This writer argues that the insurance industry hasn’t quite gotten the hang of gender inclusivity. (Photo: Loseva Marina/Shutterstock) This writer argues that the insurance industry hasn’t quite gotten the hang of gender inclusivity. (Photo: Loseva Marina/Shutterstock)

The insurance industry is filled with antiquated practices, from underwriting processes to claim management. It’s no surprise that many of these outdated habits cause gender exclusivity, pushing the industry even further into the past in a world barreling toward the future.

For example, golfing is still the traditional route to relationship-building in the risk management space, and the faces of leadership at some carriers remain primarily male and white. What’s more, legacy carriers and startups have struggled to keep up with the times.

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