Whiskey and Risk

EP.17 - Interns, Insights and Whistlepig

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.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on mentorship, career paths, and the challenges of navigating hard markets.

Whiskey & Risk Episode 16 Ft Nick Bonifas

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 remarkable growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisition over its 65+ years.
 
Delve into the future of alarm monitoring and learn how Nick’s background as an attorney influenced his rise from the ADS warehouse to COO. Pour yourself a glass of Whistle Pig and join us for an insightful conversation about ADS’s success and vision driving its future.
 
‘Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey’

Whiskey & Risk - Episode 15 w/ Titan Solar's Gabrielle Marucha

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 growth and expansion.
 
‘Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey’

Whiskey & Risk EP 14 - Talking all things HR Ft. Holly Schulz

Max Katzbeck & Jackson Doyle recorded the latest episode of Whiskey and Risk talking all things HR with Holly Schulz!!  They talk Recruiting, Workers Compensation, Employee Benefits and other ways to help your HR. Department.  
 
‘Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey’

Episode 13 - Kicking off 2024 with J. Krug's Jacob Behrendt

Join Max and Jackson as they welcome Jacob Behrendt to the podcast to kick off 2024.  
 
‘Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey’

Episode 12 - Closing out 2023

Close out 2023 with a glass of your favorite Whiskey and the guys Max Katzbeck and Jackson Doyle.  
 
‘Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey’
 

Episode 11 - Jeff Schulz ft. Buffalo Trace

Max and Jackson enjoy some Buffalo Trace with guest Jeff Schulz - Principal of J. Krug as they talk about growth of the firm, office, family and a look forward to many great years ahead!  
 
Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey

Episode #10 - State of the Property Insurance Market

Join Max and Jackson as they give an update on the current State of the Property Market.  Thanks to Vista Safety for sponsoring the episode with a great bottle of Colonel E.H. Taylor.  

Episode 9 - Partner of the Year Justin Schneider

Enjoy a new episode of Whiskey and Risk as Max and Jackson talk with the J. Krug Partner of the Year Justin Schneider from Principal Financial.

Ep 08 - Whiskey with the Waksmundzki Brothers

Marshall and Rich Waksmundzki join the guys to talk Custom Elevators, Growing their Business and much more!
 
Email us at WhiskeyandRisk@jkrug.com
Hosts: Max Katzbeck and Jackson Doyle
Intro and Outro music: VYI Music – Whiskey