Ballads & Benefits

Jim Shew (VP Employee Health & Benefits, Marsh & McLennan Agency) joins us to talk about his journey from starting out as an actuary to becoming a broker.

Norman Clarke (Founder/Jack of All Trades, Clarke & Company Benefits) joins us to talk about growing his agency from a one-man show to one of the largest independent agencies in the state of South Carolina. His music taste threw me for a loop. Why? He doesn't like country music, and his most recent concert was Post Malone.

Rachel Miner (Founder, Thrive Benefits | 2021 Broker of the Year Finalist | 2020 Top Women in Benefits) joins us for an honest and direct conversation about helping employees become better stewards of their healthcare dollars. Don't worry... Rachel tells us about her stint on American Idol as well as her favorite music!

Join Ed Ligonde (2021 Broker of the Year) and me as we talk about our recent trip to San Diego for BenefitsPro and uncover the secret sauce that won Ed the coveted title of Broker of the Year. 

Join Dani Abrams (Account Executive, Anco Insurance) and me as we talk through the people first approach to benefits, Yonder Mountain String Band, and goat farms.

Join Matt Watson (VP, Employee Benefits at HUB International) and me as we talk transparency and growing up country.

Zach Gerhardt (Employee Benefits Consultant at ClearPath Benefit Advisors) joins us to talk about innovative funding strategies, musical theatre, and his new book!

Ansley Williams (VP, Employee Benefits at USI) joins us to talk everything from benefits strategies to Garth Brooks and TikTok.