ON THE RISK September 2024

OTR REMEMBERS - HENRY “ HANK ” GEORGE

Henry “ Hank ” George

ON THE RISK mourns the loss of insurance pioneer Hank George, who passed away on Jan. 10, 2024. Not only was Hank known for his great contributions to the insurance industry, Hank founded the journal of underwriting ON THE RISK in 1984. Hank is also well known in the insurance industry as editor of “Hot Notes,” which he started in 2000, as well as Founder of the International Underwriting Congress conference series in 1997. Hank published more than 550 research articles and papers, ad -

dressed the Million Dollar Round Table from the main stage on two occasions, and authored two books: Getting It Issued and Underwriting: What Every Producer Must Know . Hank was also the recipient of the Academy of Life Underwriting Outstanding Achievement Award and was inducted into the AHOU Hall of Fame. As we celebrate 40 years of ON THE RISK , we take time to remember Hank and all he brought to the industry.

JOURNAL OF THE ACADEMY OF LIFE UNDERWRITING OTR

Have you ever considered writing an article for OTR ? Do you need something extra for your Performance Review? Need to add to your Resume being published in a professional journal? Sharing your exper - tise and knowledge can help elevate your visibility in your profession. OTR is looking for narrowly focused articles of 1000 words or articles with a broader focus up to 2500 words. Do you have an interest in Financial Underwriting, Technology, Avocations or Living Benefits? We are currently looking for editors who would be willing to commit to these and other topics. Visit www.ontherisk.com to review a copy of the Author Guidelines or con - tact an Editor today.

ON THE RISK vol.40 n.3 (2024)

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