Missouri's Collaborative Approach to Strengthening Insurance Markets

overhead view of businesspeople collaborating around a colorful round conference table

October 29, 2025 |

overhead view of businesspeople collaborating around a colorful round conference table

Captive.com is pleased to share a recent video from the Mid Rivers Risk Forum, featuring Angela Nelson, director of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance. Ms. Nelson discusses how collaboration between regulators and insurers can strengthen market competitiveness while maintaining consumer protection.

She highlights Missouri's pragmatic, Midwestern approach to regulation and the state's unique position in the national insurance landscape—home to both the US insurance standard-setting organization and two Federal Reserve Banks. Ms. Nelson underscores the importance of dialogue, partnership, and historical perspective in shaping a resilient insurance ecosystem and advancing opportunities for captive insurance in the Midwest.

Watch the video now to hear how Missouri is fostering a balanced, collaborative approach to insurance market growth.

October 29, 2025