Presented by:Diane P. Mika, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer, Berkley Design ProfessionalAndrew D. Mendelson, FAIA, Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Management Officer, Berkley Design Professional Thursday, September 18, 202510-11 AM Pacific12-1 PM Central1-2 PM Eastern Submitted for 1.0 AIA Learning Units 1 RCEP Professional Development Hours+ Berkley DP policyholders who participate in this program can qualify… Read more »
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Construction claim trends in a changing risk landscape
These emerging trends are challenging traditional construction risk management. By Stephanie Thomas | August 14, 2025 As construction practices evolve to meet new environmental, technological and efficiency demands, so too do the associated risks. Three emerging areas are giving rise to increasingly complex claims scenarios: solar farms, data centers, and modular construction. Each involves unique… Read more »
Tom Rea Named Executive Vice President of Berkley Design Professional
Monterey, Calif., July 17, 2025 – Berkley Design Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, specializing in professional liability insurance products and services for architects and engineers, has announced Tom Rea as the new executive president. With nearly 30 years of experience in professional liability underwriting and a strong background in portfolio… Read more »
Navigating Purchase Orders as Contracts – What is the Design Professional to do?
By Diane MikaSenior Vice President, Risk Management OfficerBerkley Design Professional, a Berkley Company June 12, 2025 Signed contracts are recommended for every project. In a perfect world, this would be in the form of a professional services agreement that acknowledges the standard of care and complies with your professional liability insurance coverage. To accomplish this… Read more »
Diane Mika Presenting at Society for Design Administration (SDA) EDSymposium25
Managing Evolving Risks of AI in Design and Construction Presented by:Diane P. Mika, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer, Berkley Design Professional Wednesday, May 21, 202511:15-12:15 PM Diane Mika, senior vice president and risk management officer, will be speaking at the Society for Design Administration (SDA) EDSymposium25. She will present on “Managing Evolving Risks of… Read more »
Free Webinar: Reviewing Contracts for Professional Liability Coverage and Risk
Presented by:Diane P. Mika, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer, Berkley Design Professional Tuesday, February 11, 202510-11:15 AM Pacific12-1:15 PM Central1-2:15 PM Eastern Approved for1.25 AIA Learning Units 1.25 RCEP Professional Development Hours+ Berkley DP policyholders who participate in this program can qualify for a 15% Risk Management Education credit. Contact your agent for further information* Before… Read more »
Christopher N. Downs Named Senior Vice President, National Sales & Distribution Director of Berkley Alliance Managers
Glastonbury, Conn., December 16, 2024 – Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley company, specializing in professional liability insurance for design professionals, construction professionals and miscellaneous service professionals, announced it has promoted Christopher Downs to senior vice president, national sales & distribution director. In this role, Chis will be responsible for distribution strategies and broker management for… Read more »
Free Webinar: Could This Happen to You? A Compendium of Claim Tales and Lessons Learned: Season 2
Presented by:Diane P. Mika, Senior Vice President, Risk Management Officer, Berkley Design ProfessionalAnthony Andersen, Senior Vice President, Professional Liability Claims Manager, Berkley Alliance Managers Lisa McKay, Assistant Vice President, Senior Claims Examiner, Berkley Alliance Managers Liz Molina, Assistant Vice President, Senior Claims Examiner, Berkley Alliance Managers Mark A. Froehlich, Esq. Assistant Vice President, Senior Claims Examiner, Berkley Alliance… Read more »
Shutting Down a Design Firm Doesn’t Necessarily Shut Off the Risk
By Cinnamon Connally, Underwriter, Berkley Design Professional, a Berkley Company November 11, 2024 There may be considerable concern when a design firm is ready to close its doors even though this doesn’t just happen without significant planning and preparation. While there are many moving parts when it comes to closing a design firm, the most… Read more »
Berkley Design Professional’s BDP Risk® Learning Management System Wins Gold in 2024 Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards
Monterey, Calif., October 28, 2024 – The BDP Risk® Learning Management System (LMS) from Berkley Design Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, has won a Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award for Learning for the sixth consecutive year. This year’s Gold Award for “Best Custom Content” recognizes Berkley Design Professional for the… Read more »
