Blog
September 16, 2025
National Preparedness Month: Building Resilience Together
September is National Preparedness Month, a timely reminder that preparation is key to protecting our people, businesses, and communities. At CMR Risk & Insurance Services, we know that while no one can predict the future, every organization can take steps to reduce risks and respond effectively when the unexpected happens. Why Preparedness Matters From natural...
September 11, 2025
The Impact of HVLS Fans on Fire Protection
High-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans are large ceiling fans designed to rotate slowly and efficiently while moving significant amounts of air across vast spaces. They have become increasingly common in various types of commercial buildings, especially warehouses, factories and gymnasiums. HVLS fans differ from traditional ceiling fans due to the extended diameter of their fan blades...
September 10, 2025
CMR Named #2 Best Place to Work in San Diego (Medium Companies)
We are thrilled to announce that CMR Risk & Insurance Services has been ranked #2 in the San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Best Places to Work list for medium-sized companies (50–249 employees). This honor is particularly meaningful to us because it reflects the voices of our employees. For the fourth time, CMR has been included...
September 9, 2025
U.S. P&C Insurers Post $11.5 Billion Underwriting Profit in the First Half of 2025
Despite a slowdown in premium growth and a loss-heavy first quarter, the U.S. property and casualty insurance industry posted an underwriting profit of $11.5 billion in the first half of 2025, according to data from Verisk and the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA). The $11.5 billion profit surpassed the $3.8 billion underwriting profit in...
September 8, 2025
CMR Named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance
We’re proud to share that CMR Risk & Insurance Services has been named in Business Insurance’s Annual Best Places to Work in Insurance for 2025! This honor reflects our ongoing commitment to building a workplace culture where our people thrive. At CMR, we know that our strength comes from our team—their passion, expertise, and dedication...
September 2, 2025
CMR Makes the Inc. 5000 List – A Milestone Achievement
We’re proud to announce that CMR has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America! This prestigious honor reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of our team and the trust placed in us by our clients and partners. What This Means for CMR Earning a place on the Inc....
Combatting Tech Neck
While not an official medical diagnosis, “tech neck” has become a familiar phrase in today’s workplace. As smartphones, laptops and tablets have become everyday tools, people spend more time hunched over screens. The result is a growing number of individuals who spend hours per day behind screens reporting stiffness, discomfort and pain in their neck...
August 27, 2025
Navigating Wet Weather and Walking Surfaces
Wet weather can create dangerous walking surfaces both indoors and outdoors, presenting serious slipping hazards for you and your co-workers. These surfaces may stem from various weather conditions, including heavy rain, snow, sleet, ice or hail. Fortunately, there are several steps that you can take to ensure safe walking surfaces when wet weather strikes on the...