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Predictable Growth for Benefits Advisors w/ Kevin Trokey

Benefits Influencer - January 25, 2023 16:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis chats with Kevin Trokey.  Kevin is the Founding Partner of Q4intelligence, a marketing and sales enablement firm committed to the preservation and transformation of the independent agency system. He writes prolifically regarding the many challenges being faced by today’s agencies, provi...

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Leveraging Thought Leadership to Win Small Group Business w/ Rosario Avila & Andrew McNeil

Benefits Influencer - January 11, 2023 16:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis interviews Benefits Advisors Andrew McNeil and Rosario Avila of Arrow Benefits Group.  They discuss how winning awards and writing columns contribute to their position as thought leaders in the community and with their clients.  They also discuss strategies they've found work well with sm...

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Why Benefits Brokers & Advisors Should Address Student Debt Now w/ Laurel Taylor

Benefits Influencer - December 28, 2022 16:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Six years ago, Laurel Taylor was on the fast track to reaching her career goals. But the weight of the student debt she and her mother had racked up to fund her education rang in at almost $200,000 — and could have held her back from reaching her full potential. Laurel took matters into her own ...

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Why Self-Billing for Benefits is a Win-Win-Win

Benefits Influencer - December 14, 2022 15:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis chats with CEO of Beneration, Josh Winigrad. They discuss why every benefits broker should be talking about self-billing with their clients. Josh shares: How to master self-bills by learning the COUNTIFS and SUMIFS formulas. Why you should encourage your clients to use self-bills ...

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Episode 34 - Clinical Checkup

HR Benecast - December 09, 2022 17:25 - 31 minutes
Hear from Employers Health's Vice President of Clinical Solutions, Matt Harman, as he shares the clinical team's learnings at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Nexus conference, what the team's growth means for Employers Health clients, upcoming clinical strategies for self-insured employers ...

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Employee-Led Benefits w/ Jaclyn Chen

Benefits Influencer - November 30, 2022 15:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis chats with Jaclyn Chen, Co-Founder & CEO of Benepass.  Benepass is a flexible technology platform that allows employers to offer employees robust categories of perks and benefits around things like wellness, mental health, entertainment, and more. Check out https://www.getbenepass.com/ ...

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True Transparency: An Advisor, Employer, and Ecosystem Perspective w/ Brittney Bello

Benefits Influencer - November 16, 2022 15:30 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis interviews Co-Founder & President of SolV Independent Insurance Associates, Brittney Bello. Employee Benefits Brokers and Advisors will want to listen in as Dennis and Brittney go beyond the buzzword of "transparency" to uncover what it looks like when advisors, employers, and the benef...

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The Practical Realities of Small Group Medical w/ Nancy Giacolone

Benefits Influencer - November 02, 2022 15:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis chats with Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host and President & Owner of Olympic Crest Insurance, Nancy Giacolone. Reach out to Nancy and follow her via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-giacolone/ Check out Olympic Crest Insurance here: https://olympiccrest.com/   --...

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Episode 33 - Diabetes Leadership Podcast

HR Benecast - October 25, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes
On this episode of HR Benecast we hear from George Huntley founding member and CEO of the Diabetes Leadership Council. Listen to hear how the Diabetes Leadership Council works to reduce overall spend for employers and those living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

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How a Global Outlook Shaped This USA Healthcare Leader

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - October 24, 2022 14:44 - 16 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Stuart Winters, CEO, U.S. Healthcare at Sodexo. Stuart and I discuss how his global insights are paving the future for US Healthcare at Sodexo.

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The Real Reason Eusoh Shutdown Its Pet Healthcare Coverage

Pet Insurance Guide Podcast - October 19, 2022 19:39 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 3 ratings
Conversation with Allen Kamrava, the Founder and CEO of Eusoh, about why the company discontinued its innovative community sharing platform sharing pet healthcare expenditures in September, 2022. Eusoh had been offering this coverage to pet owners since 2018.

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Global Benefits for US Businesses w/ Lewis Mosley

Benefits Influencer - October 19, 2022 15:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis sits down with Lewis Mosley, Founder & Director of UK-based BAS to discuss how US-based benefits brokers and advisors can help their clients with global employees. Lewis is a Director, Founder and lead Guardian Consultant at BAS He has over 10 years’ experience working within the glo...

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Shoulda Woulda Coulda Caregiving Advice

Care Giver Life with Dignity Podcast - October 12, 2022 19:09 - 29 minutes
Shoulda Woulda Coulda Caregiving Advice   In this episode Sue asks Fran who asks Sue about caregiving advice that arrived from personal experiences caring for loved ones, and those they've discovered in their consulting profession. Don't bemoan with shoulda woulda coulda but be proactive wit...

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Customer Experience in the Age of TikTok

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - October 11, 2022 12:08 - 24 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut we welcome Dan Gingiss, an international keynote speaker who passionately believes in the customer experience. Dan shares with us about his 20+ years of experience in marketing and what health systems can do with regards to customer experience to help differentiate t...

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How Brokers & Agencies Can Take Control of Q4 and Beyond w/ Jenn Walsh

Benefits Influencer - October 05, 2022 15:30 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis interviews CEO and Founder of GenuineShift, Jenn Walsh.  Follow Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walshjenn/ About Jenn: Jenn Walsh is the founder and CEO of GenuineShift, a business consulting company that delivers learning & development programs to fuel growth, optimiz...

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The Connected Future of the Employee Benefits Marketplace w/ Ryan Sachtjen

Benefits Influencer - September 21, 2022 16:43 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis interviews ThreeFlow Co-Founder and CEO, Ryan Sachtjen. ThreeFlow is a benefits placement system that benefits brokers and carriers can use to work together to be more efficient. Visit https://www.threeflow.com/ to learn more. --- Benefits Influencer is the #1 highest rated podcas...

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Moving the Needle in Cancer Care

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - September 20, 2022 20:52 - 23 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Patricia Goldsmith, CEO of CancerCare. Patricia and I discuss how her background and role at CancerCare is moving the needle in a patient’s journey with cancer.

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Episode 32 - Excellence in Benefits Winner

HR Benecast - September 13, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes
Hear from 2021 Excellence in Benefits Award Winner Chris vanNatta, manager of human resources and global benefits at The Timken Company. He shares the importance of relationships, responsiveness and passion when working in benefits and manufacturing. Hear his tips for success in benefits.  The...

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Merging the quality and access gap in healthcare.

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - September 12, 2022 16:26 - 28 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we welcome System Chief Medical Officer and SVP of WakeMed Health Hospitals, Chris DeRienzo. Chris is a #1 Best Seller author of Tiny Medicine: One Doctor’s Biggest Lessons from His Smallest Patients, neonatologist, healthcare executive and an advisor to companies r...

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The Ins and Outs of Having and Being a Power of Attorney

Care Giver Life with Dignity Podcast - September 08, 2022 14:51 - 29 minutes
The Ins and Outs of Having and Being a Power of Attorney In this episode Fran and Sue discuss Powers of attorney and ask the question, do you really know what you're signing up for. Both types of Powers of Attorney are discussed: Property and for Healthcare. The episodes delves into what to co...

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What New Brokers Need to Know w/ Vinny Catalano

Benefits Influencer - September 07, 2022 15:30 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Dennis Carlson returns as host of Benefits Influencer to interview Employee Benefits Broker Vinny Catalano, SVP & Partner at Lockton Insurance Brokers. ---- Benefits Influencer is the #1 highest rated podcast for Employee Benefits Brokers and Advisors. Visit www.benefitsinfluencer for additi...

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Overcoming Healthcare Dysfunction Through Tech Innovation and Physician Insight

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - August 29, 2022 18:56 - 17 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Larry Cohen, CEO of Health2047. Larry and I discuss medical developments, data and how the four major areas of focus for Health2047 are introducing new innovation and commercialization opportunities to the healthcare field.

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Overcoming Healthcare DysfunctionThrough Tech Innovation and Physician Insight

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - August 29, 2022 18:56 - 17 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Larry Cohen, CEO of Health2047. Larry and I discuss medical developments, data and how the four major areas of focus for Health2047 are introducing new innovation and commercialization opportunities to the healthcare field.

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Episode 31 - AccessHope - Fighting cancer with everything we know™

HR Benecast - August 23, 2022 13:21 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we're joined by Brian Beran, vice president of channel partner sales, at AccessHope, a company that offers cancer support services as an employee benefit to employers and their health care affiliates. Hear how AccessHope connects members and their treating oncologists to the ren...

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How Tech is Changing Consumer Healthcare

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - August 16, 2022 16:45 - 18 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we welcome Doug Hirsch, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of GoodRx, a company whose mission focuses on providing affordable and convenient healthcare to all Americans. 

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Moonshots and healthcare. Why a radical approach is needed to save healthcare.

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - August 02, 2022 13:47 - 23 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Jamey Edwards, Chief Operating Officer at StartUpHealth.Jamey has been part of numerous start-up ventures and has a unique perspective on the challenges facing healthcare and how a radical approach is needed to help create a thriving, vibrant healthcar...

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Understanding Medicare with Medicare Mike Rice

Care Giver Life with Dignity Podcast - August 01, 2022 20:34 - 23 minutes
Understanding Medicare with Medicare Mike Rice What are the basics? Medicare is a complex program and can sometimes be confusing. · What are your coverage options? · Should you enroll in Part D? ·  How much does Medicare Part B cost? · What does Original Medicare cost? · Is there help for me i...

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A Transformative Approach to Venture Capital for Healthcare

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - July 19, 2022 00:06 - 34 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we welcome Deena Shakir, Partner at Lux Capital for a fascinating discussion on her career leading transformative investments in healthcare and other sectors.

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Summer Update from Host Ned Schaut

Benefits Influencer - July 16, 2022 00:17 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 40 ratings
Benefits Influencer is taking a short hiatus this summer but will return soon with exciting new guests and topics.  Stay tuned! Want to engage new leads on auto-pilot and increase your benefits revenue?  Check out heyhunter.io and schedule a demo today.  

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The Role Health Plans Play in Guiding Greater Healthcare

InsideOut with Mike Alkire - July 05, 2022 13:27 - 21 minutes
On this episode of InsideOut, we chat with Matt Eyles, President and CEO at America’s Health Insurance Plans. We discuss how innovation and technology are influencing the future of prior authorization and consumer health plans.