On Aon

"On Aon" offers conversations between Risk Capital and Human Capital experts and guests about the Risk and People issues impacting businesses around the world. Each episode provides unique insights to help industry experts make better decisions across Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce.

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  Episode #127

  Leading Through AI Accountability: What the EU AI Act Means for HR

  Aug 20, 202616 min

  In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon experts examine how the European Union's AI Act is reshaping leadership priorities for organizations — including workforce decisions. As AI is used more and more in hiring, talent assessment and workforce management, leaders will need to understand how these tools are governed, monitored and deployed. The discussion explores why accountability cannot be delegated, how organizations can strengthen oversight of third-party solutions and the actions HR leaders can take to build confidence, unlock value and stay ahead as AI adoption accelerates. Key Takeaways: The EU AI Act raises the bar for organizations using AI in employment decisions, making governance a business priority, not just a compliance requirement. Accountability remains with employers, requiring stronger oversight of AI tools, vendors and decision-making processes. Organizations that invest in AI literacy, transparency and governance will be better positioned to build trust, deploy AI confidently and capture long-term value. Experts in this episode: Charlotte Schaller, Partner, Head of Assessment UK and EMEA, Human Capital Solutions, Aon John McLaughlin, CCO and Head of Assessment, Talent Solutions, EMEA, Aon Michael Fetzer, Associate Partner, Global Science and Analytics, Aon Key Moments: (03:10) Understanding the EU AI Act, why it was introduced and why its influence may extend beyond Europe. (08:35) Breaking down the Act's risk-based framework and what "high-risk" classification means for AI tools used in employment decisions. (12:05) Why organizations cannot outsource accountability, and the importance of AI vendor due diligence, explainability and governance. Soundbites: Charlotte Schaller: “If there's one message to leave HR leaders with, it's this: The EU AI Act is not just a compliance issue. It's a trust issue, a governance issue and ultimately a business performance issue.” John McLaughlin: “You can outsource the technology, but you cannot outsource the responsibility for it, how it affects your people.” Michael Fetzer: “A lot of companies are wondering where do we start? I've always recommended the great first step you might want to start with is carry out a thorough audit of your current HR AI use.”

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  Episode #126

  Industry Insights: Leading Through Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce

  Aug 13, 202613 min

  In this Industry Insights recap episode of the On Aon podcast, leaders revisit key conversations from the first half of the year, sharing perspectives on how organizations are making better decisions and positioning themselves to stay ahead amid rapid change across the four interconnected megatrends of Trade, Technology, Weather and Workforce. From AI-enabled decision-making in insurance to climate-informed growth strategies in food and agriculture, workforce investment in retail, infrastructure expansion in construction and talent strategies in aerospace and defense, the discussion explores how leaders are turning insight into action. The episode highlights the decisions, investments and capabilities that are helping organizations strengthen resilience, deploy capital with greater confidence and unlock opportunities for growth. Experts in this episode: Andy Marcell, CEO of Global Solutions, Aon Liz Henderson, Global Head of Climate Risk Advisory, Aon Matt Duffy, Chief Commercial Officer, Global Benefits, Aon James MacNeal, Global Industry Specialty Leader, Construction and Infrastructure, Aon Dave Carlson, Global Industrials and Manufacturing Leader, Aon Randy Ramirez, HCS Rewards Solutions Associate Partner, Aon Featured topics: Why data quality, analytics and AI are becoming critical differentiators for insurers seeking to improve decision-making, manage capital and respond to changing risk exposures. How organizations in the food, agribusiness and beverage sector are using data-driven climate insights to make more informed investment, risk and growth decisions. The role of benefits strategy in helping organizations support workforce needs while balancing cost pressures and long-term business objectives. Where construction and infrastructure leaders see opportunities across data centers, power and critical infrastructure, and how they are positioning their businesses for sustained growth. How aerospace and defense organizations are strengthening workforce, supply chain and risk strategies to build resilience and capitalize on increasing market demand. Featured Episodes Insurance Leadership at the Center of Complex Risk Climate Risk as a Strategic Driver in the Food Supply Chain Benefits Have Become a Leadership Priority for Retailers Inside the Global Construction Boom: Managing Risk and Talent Navigating Talent and Risk in Aerospace and Defense

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  Episode #125

  How to Make Sure Your Workforce Investments are Driving Growth

  Aug 6, 202616 min

  In the final episode of our special three-part series exploring Aon's 2026 Human Capital Trends Study, Byron Beebe is joined by Max Saraví and Guy Clarkson to discuss how leaders can turn workforce investments into stronger business outcomes. As workforce and healthcare costs continue to rise, organizations are facing increasing pressure to make every people investment count. The conversation explores how leading employers are using employee value propositions, data and personalization to make more informed decisions, strengthen the employee experience and align workforce strategies with business priorities. The episode also examines how AI and emerging technologies are helping organizations deliver greater value, generate deeper insights and position themselves for long-term growth. Key Takeaways: Leading organizations measure success by outcomes, not spend, ensuring workforce investments strengthen employee experiences while advancing business goals. A strong employee value proposition provides a strategic framework for decision-making, helping leaders prioritize investments that deliver the greatest value for employees and the organization. Data, personalization and AI mean organizations can build more targeted, effective workforce strategies that improve engagement, increase return on investment and help them to stay ahead. Experts in this episode: Byron Beebe, CEO of Human Capital, Aon Max Saraví, Head of Human Capital, Latin America, Aon Guy Clarkson, Head of Online Health, UK, Aon Key Moments: (1:30) Why organizations are rethinking people investments as employee expectations and healthcare costs continue to rise, and how a strong EVP can help employers deliver greater value. (5:05) How leading organizations use data, personalization and employee insights to guide workforce investment decisions and improve employee experiences. (11:00) The future of workforce investment, including AI-powered personalization, integrated employee experiences and the growing importance of data maturity. Soundbites: Byron Beebe: “As workforce costs continue to rise, the real opportunity lies not in spending more but making every investment in your people count.” Max Saraví: “A strong employee value proposition acts as a framework for making better decisions about people investment rather than simply adding more programs or benefits." Guy Clarkson: "For me, an employee value proposition should be a decision-making framework that helps organizations decide where to invest, balancing what matters most to their employees, but also how they can then allocate limited resources."

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  Episode #124

  Staying Ahead of Supply Chain Risk

  Jul 30, 202623 min

  In this Risk Capital Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders discuss why supply chain risk has become a critical leadership priority as geopolitical uncertainty, changing trade relationships and interconnected supplier networks reshape the global business landscape. The conversation examines how disruptions can emerge well beyond direct suppliers to impact revenue, operations and reputation. Aon experts explore how organizations can use data, analytics and deeper scrutiny to make more informed decisions, strengthen confidence in their risk strategies and identify opportunities to stay ahead of emerging threats. They also discuss the evolving role of insurers and capital providers and how innovation in risk capital is helping organizations better understand exposures, unlock capacity and support growth. Key Takeaways: Supply chain risk has become a leadership issue, requiring organizations to address dependencies that can directly influence growth, customer outcomes and financial performance. Organizations that combine greater supplier visibility with advanced analytics are better positioned to anticipate disruption and stay ahead of emerging risks. Collaboration among businesses, insurers and capital providers is creating new opportunities to support long-term growth. Experts in this episode: Bianca McKenzie, Global Strategy and Execution Leader, Aon Lee Meyrick, Chair, Risk Capital, Transportation and Logistics, Aon Richard Waterer, Global Risk Consulting Leader, Commercial Risk, Aon Key Moments: (2:00) Why geopolitical developments, trade dynamics and supplier interdependencies are creating new leadership challenges across global supply chains. (7:55) The factors driving supply chain risk onto boardroom agendas, including concentration risk, limited visibility beyond Tier 1 suppliers and the need to balance efficiency with continuity. (22:45) How data, analytics and emerging risk capital solutions are helping organizations gain confidence in decision-making and strengthen their approach to supply chain risk. Soundbites: Bianca McKenzie: “It's clear that supply chain disruption isn't just an operational issue, it's ultimately a financial resilience issue.” Lee Meyrick: “Building forward-looking models that allow the carriers to understand both their per risk and their aggregated risk is really helpful in them coming to the to the fall when it comes to providing capital. I think this is of real value to both clients and the carriers, because there is an increase in demand. This is a new market. This is a new product that needs to come into the market.” Richard Waterer: “I think supply chain risk has moved up the agenda because leaders now recognize that it can directly affect revenue, earnings, customer service and reputation. It's no longer an operational issue that's buried in the supply chain function.”

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  Episode #123

  Extreme Heat and Wildfires: Staying Ahead of a Growing Business Risk

  Jul 29, 202626 min

  In this Global Insight episode of the On Aon podcast, Aon leaders examine why extreme heat is emerging as a critical business challenge that demands greater visibility, preparedness and investment. Against the backdrop of heat waves and wildfires across North America and Europe, the discussion explores how heat can create significant financial and operational impacts across organizations, even when physical damage is limited or unseen. The conversation highlights how heat can disrupt workforce productivity, energy systems, infrastructure, supply chains and business continuity simultaneously. It also explores how organizations can use climate analytics, engineering insight, scenario planning and risk transfer to better understand exposure, make more informed capital decisions and build resilience that helps them stay ahead of evolving climate risks. Key Takeaways: Extreme heat is becoming a serious business risk. Its impact extends well beyond employee wellbeing, creating challenges across operations, supply chains, infrastructure, energy systems and financial performance. Organizations need a clearer understanding of how heat affects their facilities, suppliers, workforce’s performance and critical dependencies across their value chain. Climate analytics, risk engineering, adaptation planning and risk transfer can help organizations prioritize investments, protect operations and stay ahead of increasingly frequent heat-related disruptions. Experts in this episode: Liz Henderson, Global Head of Climate Risk Advisory, Aon Josh Turner, Climate Advisory Product Manager, Aon Key Moments: (02:20) Why extreme heat is rising on leadership agendas, including the growing financial exposure associated with higher temperatures, aging infrastructure and more frequent heat events. (6:05) How heat creates cascading business impacts, from workforce productivity and construction delays to equipment performance, energy demand, cooling costs and transportation disruption. (20:20) How organizations can move from awareness to action through exposure analysis, mitigation and adaptation planning and risk transfer strategies that support long-term resilience. Soundbites: Liz Henderson: “It's a risk amplifier in general. So across different industries like the food industry or construction, they might be worried about worker productivity, business downtime, crop impacts. And the underlying cause of those things is climate change risks and things like extreme heat.” Josh Turner: “Extreme heat waves are becoming more common as the climate is shifting in ways that make historical averages a pretty unreliable guide for planning.”

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