Virtual business chat: Small business insurance 101

Virtual business chat: Small business insurance 101
Presented by the NASW Freelance Committee
Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Start time: 1 p.m. Eastern / 10 a.m. Pacific
Event access link: https://www.nasw.org/virtual-events-auditorium (NASW member login required)

An increasing number of clients are requiring freelancers to have business insurance. Some clients ask self-employed writers and editors for general liability insurance that can protect against physical accidents rather than the more potentially relevant professional liability E/O insurance that can cover mistakes in the work. Small business owners need to educate themselves on how to mitigate their growing legal risks.

The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on July 2 will be a business chat on business insurance. To speak on the topic, volunteer event hosts Jennifer Huber and Ellen Kuwana have invited Jonathan Gray, Director of Benefits and Member Services at the Freelancers Union. Jonathan will explain the different types of business insurance, their pros and cons, how to find insurance providers, and other practical tips. And we’ll allow plenty of time for him to answer your questions.

A reminder that per NASW's Code of Conduct attendees must use their name as their Zoom display name in order to be admitted. Please review the code for additional expected behaviors.

Invited speaker
Jonathon Gray
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-k-gray-33862146/

Speaker provided bio:
Jonathan K. Gray is a seasoned benefits leader with more than a decade of experience in insurance, benefits administration, and member services. As Director of Member Benefits at Freelancers Union, he oversees strategic benefits programs serving members nationwide, managing health, dental, vision, life, and disability plans while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Jonathan has built a career at the intersection of policy, insurance, and member advocacy. A proud graduate of York College, City University of New York, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Jonathan credits his alma mater with shaping his commitment to public service, leadership, and community impact. He is licensed in life, health, and property & casualty insurance and is passionate about expanding access to quality benefits for working families and independent professionals.

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