Whiskey and Risk

On this episode of Whiskey & Risk, we sit down with Conrad Szajna, Founder of Formed Space, a boutique design-build firm in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood. With over a decade of experience in architecture and construction, Conrad has worked on a range of innovative projects, from modern school designs to high-end residential spaces. He shares how the industry has evolved over the past 10 years, from shifting trends in financ...

In this episode, we sit down with Isaac Sandoval, a visionary entrepreneur who built a thriving career in real estate before founding At Home Advocacy, a company dedicated to supporting families of individuals with disabilities. Discover how Isaac scaled his business, transformed countless lives, and achieved the remarkable milestone of selling his company and retiring at the age of 39. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about p...

In this episode of Whiskey & Risk, hosts Max Katzbeck and Jackson Doyle from J. Krug sit down with Arjun Rishi, CEO and Founder of Virdio Health, to explore how AI is transforming physical therapy. Arjun shares his journey as a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years in software technology and discusses the inspiration behind Virdio Health—an AI-driven, at-home physical therapy platform tackling challenges like patient complia...

Join Jackson and Max as they sit down with the J. Krug interns, Jack Behling and Ben Fejer, over a glass of Whistlepig. In this candid conversation, the group discusses what initially drew the interns to J. Krug and their aspirations as they approach graduation. With both leaning toward careers as producers, Max shares his own journey about how he fell into the industry and the joy that he finds in building meaningful relationships...

Join hosts Max and Jackson as they sit down with Nick Bonifas, EVP and COO of Alarm Detection Systems (ADS). Based in Aurora, IL, ADS has safeguarded homes and business across Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Colorado since 1968.

In his episode, Nick shares ADS’s journey from a one-man operation to a 300+ employee powerhouse, offering top-notch alarm installation and in-house monitoring services. Discover how ADS achieved remark...

Max and Jackson are joined by the Co-COO of Titan Solar Power Gabrielle Marucha. Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ with a presence across the United States, Titan Solar Power is the nation’s leading Rooftop Solar Contractor.

Tune in as the Whiskey & Risk team explore with Gabrielle what it takes to oversee a company of over 1,000+ employees and discuss the importance of Risk Management and Employee Benefits during times of rapid g...

Join Max and Jackson as they enjoy some whiskey and talk about business and insurance news!

Introduction: 00:38 Whiskey Talk: 01:05

Employee Spotlight: 02:26 Business Catch Up: 04:03

Insurance News - Amber Heard: 06:32 Insurance Spotlight – Reps and Warranties with Connor Walsh: 09:52 Outro: 18:55

Hosts: Max Katzbeck and Jackson Doyle

Producers: Jeff Schulz and Ri...

Join Max and Jackson as they enjoy some Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whisky and talk about business and insurance news!

Introduction: 00:34 Whiskey Talk: 00:55 Business Catch Up: 2:45 Employee Spotlight: 7:43 Insurance Spotlight - Employment Practice Liability: 10:07 Insurance News: 18:22 Outro: 23:50

Hosts: Max Katzbeck and Jackson Doyle

Producers: Jeff Schulz and Richard Giese

Editing: Richard Giese

Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – ...