Risk at the Core: Insurance as a Value-Creation Lever for Private Capital

Emily Almond, Global Practice Leader, Howden in the IPEM TV Studio at IPEM Global 2026 in Paris

Key takeaways from this interview

01. Risk management should be built into the investment cycle,
helping portfolio companies adapt to geopolitical, climate, and other risks from acquisition through exit.

02. Longer hold periods and patient capital create more room for value creation,
including through better use of insurance and procurement strategies.

03. Exit readiness starts early
Establishing a company’s risk profile and addressing risks throughout ownership can help support a cleaner exit.

04. Howden aims to grow its private-capital capabilities,
and offer the industry a differentiated insurance partner focused on resilience and value creation.