Butler University Lacy School of Business

Women In Insurance

Listen in as Darren interviews two trailblazing women in the insurance industry. Rosemarie Marshall and Tanja Maffei Chan explain their respective paths to the insurance industry while giving advice to the next generation entering the workforce. Our workforce should be as diverse as the demographics of the businesses and individuals that we represent. As the testimonies of our guests explain, we have made progress in training women for leadership positions and there is still room for improve...

A Peek into the Courtroom with Pat Eckler

EPISODE SUMMARY Tune in as Pat Eckler describes his path to law school and the broad foundation of business understanding he received. We cover the possibilities of becoming a litigator in the courtroom or a transactional lawyer. Insurance policies are based on contacts that determine which risks are to be covered. Pat says, “Insurance is the oil that makes things work”. If you are interested in how lawyers play a role in the insurance industry, this is for you! EPISODE NOTES Pat Eckler, a ...

Risk and Reward: Social Inflation & Nuclear Verdicts

EPISODE SUMMARY Tune in and learn from Tim Fletcher, Emerging Issues Leader for Gen Re. Darren asks about nuclear verdicts, why the general public is disconnected from the impacts they have, and career opportunities for the next generation. We cover when a carrier should settle or when it should take a case to trial. Tort reforms, industry-specific problems, and litigious societies are discussed. Tim talks about his day-to-day and how he keeps up with emerging trends in the industry.  EPIS...

Risk and Reward: Re-Branding Careers in the Insurance Industry with Patrick Gallagher Jr.

EPISODE SUMMARY The world we live in today revolves around sales and service. Patrick Gallagher Jr. describes service as fulfilling the promises made during the sale. The insurance industry offers the opportunity to choose the product line that you sell. Customers need to purchase this product at the same time each year which makes this industry unique compared to others.  Listen in to learn from Darren and Patrick about the hidden gems of the industry and the career opportunities availabl...

Risk and Reward - Supporting Those Who Save: An Interview with MedPro Group CEO

Listen in as Claire talks with Tim Kenesey, the CEO of MedPro Group, a company that has been in action since 1899. As a subsidiary of Bershire Hathaway, MedPro Group emphasizes growth, innovation, and the continued investment into its employees and clients. As medicine and its infrastructure changed over time, MedPro Group evolved its offerings to best suit their customers across the country, illustrating the company’s “commitment to meeting their changing needs”.   In this episode, Tim exp...

Risk and Reward - Brad Robinson on Being the NCAA’s “Insurance Guy”

Tune in as Claire Richardson interviews Brad Robinson, MBA, CPCU; the Associate Director of Insurance & Financial Risk Management at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Brad has been in the industry since he graduated from Ball State University and later joined the NCAA in 2016 where he is currently tasked with management of the NCAA’s various insurance programs including but not limited to; student-athlete insurance programs, managing the NCAA’s intricate insurance portfoli...

Risk and Reward - Mike and Bubba

Join Claire Richardson as she interviews current Chief Executive Officer of Hylant, Mike Hylant & Toledo office President, Andrew Bubba Berenzweig. Mike has over 30 years in the insurance industry & served as the President of the Cleveland office from its inception in 1989 until he was appointed to his current position as Chief Executive Officer in 2008. Bubba retired from his professional hockey career in 2004 and joined the Hylant team & in 2014 he stepped into his current position as pres...

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Women In Leadership

Lacy School of Business Interim Dean Hilary Buttrick and College of Communication Dean Brooke Barnett will moderate a panel discussion featuring three women leaders with a deep connection to Butler. We'll hear about their formal and informal leadership experiences, their insights into leadership development, and the inspiring paths their careers have taken. Panelists include Patricia Mays '93, senior director of content strategy and distribution for ESPN; Elaine Bedel MBA '79, secretary and ...

Risk and Reward - Waffles, Workers’ Compensation & Wonderful People

On this episode, Claire interviews Elizabeth Bailey, the Vice President of Workers’ Compensation & Safety at Waffle House.  Elizabeth oversees the workers’ compensation programs for 1,700 Waffle House restaurants in 24 states. Her knowledge of safety, loss control, claims, and state-specific workers’ compensation laws are utilized daily.  Elizabeth serves on multiple boards & professional associations for workers’ compensation & also stayed involved in her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma. Tune i...

Risk and Reward - Evolve MGA: The Cyber Success of Two Brothers

During this episode, Claire Richardson talks with Michael Costello, the Co-Founder & Principal of Evolve MGA, one of the most cutting-edge cyber insurance companies to grace the insurance market. Evolve values hard work, innovation, and culture. These values are showcased through the company’s commitment not only to its employees, but also its clients. Evolve’s devotion to company culture and an empowering atmosphere stem from the values of the Costello brothers (and Evolve’s Caveman Product...

Risk and Reward - An Interview with Said Taiym

In the first Risk & Reward episode of 2021, Claire Richardson is joined by U.S. Chief Operating Officer of Lockton Companies, Said Taiym. Said’s passion shows through his 20 years of experience working in Risk Management, Information Technology, & Insurance.

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Interview with JoAnn Scott, Managing Director - NCAA Men's Basketball Championships

JoAnn Scott joins Graham Honaker to discuss her role with the NCAA, Butler’s impact on her life, and how the NCAA will continue to evolve and its impact on Indianapolis.

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Interview with JoAnn Scott, Managing Director - NCAA Men's Basketball Championships

JoAnn Scott joins Graham Honaker to discuss her role with the NCAA, Butler’s impact on her life, and how the NCAA will continue to evolve and its impact on Indianapolis.

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Corporate Culture in a Pandemic - a conversation with Jon Loftin

Jon Loftin, President and COO of MJ Insurance is our guest today. Jon will be speaking about corporate culture in the age of the pandemic and how MJ is handling it. MJ is one of our Butler’s best and long-time corporate partners. Jon also serves on the Lacy School of Business Dean’s Advisory Council.

Resilient Leadership in Challenging Times

This Lacy School of Business episode is panel discussion presented by the Butler University MBA Alumni Community   Tune in as our panel of local business leaders share their perspectives on resilient leadership. We’ll explore topics like maintaining employee morale during a crisis; leadership skills to lean on during challenging times; and strategies for preparing your organization for success in all environments.   Featured Panelists David Dreith • President and CEO, Easterseals Crossr...

Risk and Reward - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: How Will You Contribute?

In the last Risk & Reward episode of 2020, Claire Richardson moderates a panel of three business leaders discussing the importance of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion efforts in the insurance industry and beyond.  On this episode, these amazing thought leaders bring together their expertise and discuss disparities in American society, the need for collective action leading to change, and how to actively empower underrepresented groups inside and outside of the workplace. Also discussed in thi...

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Interview with Darryl Warren, Lacy School of Business Career Mentor

Lacy School of Business Podcast: Interview with Darryl Warren, Lacy School of Business Career Mentor

Risk and Reward - Chad Trainor & Mark Maucere: Limousines, Racecars, and Airplanes Need Insurance Too

Join us as Claire interviews Chad Trainor, Senior Vice President and Director of Operations, and Mark Maucere, Office President of CRC Insurance Services, Inc.’s new Indianapolis office. CRC Group is a Wholesale and Specialty Insurance Brokerage headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama with offices in 30 states. CRC Group encompasses 16 different brands which specialize in numerous solution practices and industries. Mark & Chad describe CRC Group’s position in the industry, broad market access, ...

Risk and Reward - An Interview with THB Brokerage

6. Ethical Leadership in Times of Crisis--COVID-19-- Robert G. Jones, Senior Advisor of Ethical Leadership of the Butler University Lacy School of Business

Butler University presents a conversation with Mr. Robert G. Jones, Senior Advisor of Ethical Leadership for the Butler University Lacy School of Business and former Chairman of Old National Bancorp. Hilary Buttrick, Interim Dean for the Lacy School of Business, will lead Mr. Jones through a discussion of his philosophy on leadership and the challenges and opportunities leaders are facing in the pandemic. Production Team - Bram Sheckels & Kelly Schmidt Music by Ronak Raval

Risk and Reward - Jason Ott,CAPI: The Mailroom to Private Risk Presidency

Risk and Reward - An interview with Karen DeToro

Risk and Reward - An interview with Anne Marie and Dan Towle

Risk and Reward - Leadership, Mentorship, and Teamwork: The Philosophy of Roxsann Wilson

In this podcast, we interview Roxsann Wilson, Vice President of Risk Management for Cardinal Health. Ms. Wilson’s fruitful career earned her the title of The RIMS 2020 Risk Manager of the Year. Tune in to Risk & Reward as we recognize her valuable outlook on mentorship and get advice on how transcend from a manager to a great leader. We will also learn how collaborating with industry leaders shaped Roxsann’s technique as a risk professional and how it can do the same for you.

Risk and Reward - How a $450 Scholarship Built 50 Years of Success: An Interview With Dr. William T. Hold

Tune in as Claire Richardson, President of Butler University’s chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma, interviews Dr. William T. Hold, Ph.D. CIC, CPCU, CLU of The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research. In this inaugural podcast, we uncover Dr. Hold’s humble beginnings, realize how he turned a $450 college scholarship into the most successful risk management and insurance education organization in the world. Then learn why what you do when no one’s looking is a true measure of success. W...

5. Exploring Issues of Social Justice with Indianapolis Community Leaders - Jennifer Pope Baker, Executive Director - Women's Fund of Central Indiana

Jennifer Pope Baker has dedicated her career to creating transformative, lasting change for women and girls in central Indiana. She is respected as an innovative and passionate philanthropic leader, serving as Executive Director of Women’s Fund of Central Indiana since 1998. -- At Butler University’s Lacy School of Business, we believe that being an ethical leader means acknowledging injustices and actively working to correct them. We have an obligation to prepare students to be leaders in o...

4. Exploring Issues of Social Justice with Indianapolis Community Leaders - Brian Payne, President and CEO of CICF

Brian Payne is the president and CEO of the $870 million Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) and The Indianapolis Foundation. Since he joined CICF in November 2000, the foundation’s annual grant-making has more than doubled to over $50 million. CICF’s mission is to mobilize people, ideas and investments to create a community where all individuals have an equitable opportunity to reach their full potential—no matter place, race or identity. -- At Butler University’s Lacy School of Bus...

3. Ethical Leadership in Times of Crisis—COVID-19— Melissa Stapleton Barnes, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management, and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, Eli Lilly and Company.

Hilary Buttrick, LSB Associate Professor of Business Law, interviews Melissa Stapleton Barnes, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Risk Management, and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, Eli Lilly and Company. Melissa shares her thoughts on leading her organization through the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast explores the ways that organizations are changing how they work to meet the needs of the communities they serve during a global health crisis. Production Team - Bram Sheckels & Kelly Sc...

2. Ethical Leadership in Times of Crisis—COVID-19—Andrew Penca, Executive Director – Supply Chain, Engine Business, Cummins Inc.

Hilary Buttrick, LSB Associate Professor of Business Law, interviews Andrew Penca, Executive Director – Supply Chain, Engine Business, Cummins Inc., Andrew shares his thoughts on leading his organization through the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast explores the ways that organizations are changing how they work to meet the needs of the communities they serve during a global health crisis. Production Team - Bram Sheckels & Kelly Schmidt Music by Ronak Raval

1. Ethical Leadership in Times of Crisis—COVID-19—Jim Ryan, Chairman and CEO of Old National Bank

Hilary Buttrick, LSB Associate Professor of Business Law, interviews Jim Ryan, Chairman and CEO of Old National Bank.  Jim shares his thoughts on leading his organization through the COVID-19 pandemic.  This podcast explores the ways that organizations are changing how they work to meet the needs of the communities they serve during a global health crisis. Production Team - Bram Sheckels & Kelly Schmidt Music by Ronak Raval

An Introduction to our new Ethics Podcast Series!

Every crisis carries an obligation.  The obligation to put principles into practice. The obligation to put your people and your community first.   How do we lead ethically in times of crisis? How do we meet the needs of our customers while safeguarding the health of our colleagues and our community?  The Butler University Lacy School of Business presents its new podcast channel and a three-part Ethics Series presented by Old National Bank. Join us in conversations with top business leader...

An Introduction to our new Ethics Podcast Series!

Every crisis carries an obligation.  The obligation to put principles into practice. The obligation to put your people and your community first.   How do we lead ethically in times of crisis? How do we meet the needs of our customers while safeguarding the health of our colleagues and our community?  The Butler University Lacy School of Business presents its new podcast channel and a three-part Ethics Series presented by Old National Bank. Join us in conversations with top business leader...