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Josh Ackerman & Laura Garcell on Why Kidnap & Ransom Risks Start Closer to Home

PRMA Season 2 Episode 2

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Kidnap & ransom risk is no longer just an international concern—and for high-net-worth clients, that shift matters more than ever. 

In this episode of Risk Ready, Bryant Kolle sits down with Josh Ackerman and Laura Garcell of Ackerman Group to unpack how K&R risk is evolving closer to home becoming more domestic, digital, and opportunistic. 

From real-world drivers of exposure to the biggest misconceptions families still hold, this conversation moves beyond theory into practical guidance. The discussion highlights where advisors play a critical role—not just in insurance placement, but in helping clients think proactively about visibility, access, and preparedness. 

This is ultimately a conversation about awareness, not fear and how advisors can better support clients before risk becomes reality. 

🎧 Listen now and rethink how you approach K&R risk with your clients.