Central Illinois Business Leaders Podcast

Central Illinois Business Leaders Podcast

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Central Illinois Business Leaders Podcast episodes

  • What is an HSA? | CIBL BIZ TIPS

    Have you ever wondered what an HSA is? This is the number one question Garrett and Derek get when meeting with employers and employees to review their health plan options.


    Tune in the hear Derek explain the basics behind what an HSA is an how you can use it to reduce your tax exposure. **DISCLAIMER- Derek is not a tax professional. Please consult with your tax advisor if you have any questions.

    Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/

    CIBL Merch Store:  http://ciblmerch.com/

    JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/

    Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/

    CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast

    CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast

    CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/

    CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv

    CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/

    Garrett Ulmer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/

    Derek Hayden’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/


    10 min
  • Home Loan Jedi | Fred Weber, Flat Branch Home Loans

    Fred Weber joins the CIBL Podcast to share his unique story. Fred is the Senior Mortgage Banker Team Leader with the Capital Mortgage Team at Flat Branch Home Loans.


    In this episode you'll learn how Fred worked his way into the home mortgage space. You'll also hear how he became a top producer in the home loan space. Fred also explains how he learned to sell from one of his prior positions at ADT where he became one of the top sales reps in the country.

    Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/

    Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/

    JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/

    CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast

    CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast

    CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/

    CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv

    CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/

    Garrett Ulmer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/

    Derek Hayden’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/


    36 min
  • Business Cyber Attacks

    Check out this radio interview where Derek explains why cyber liability is such an important topic for Central IL businesses.

    Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/

    Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/

    JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/

    CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast

    CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast

    CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/

    CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv

    CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/

    Garrett Ulmer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/

    Derek Hayden’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/


    9 min
  • CIBL Throwback | Katie Koester, Firefly Grill in Effingham

    Check out this throwback of one of our most downloaded episodes with Katie Koester. Katie is the Events Manager at the famous Firefly Grill in Effingham.

    Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/

    Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/

    JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/

    CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast

    CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast

    CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/

    CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv

    CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/

    Garrett Ulmer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/

    Derek Hayden’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/


    34 min
  • BIZ TIPS Throwback | Free Tools for Video

    Check out this throwback to the second ever BIZ TIPS recording with Garrett and Derek. D & G give tips on free resources you can use to improve your video production for your business.

    Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/

    Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/

    JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/

    CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast

    CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast

    CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/

    CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv

    CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/

    Garrett Ulmer’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/

    Derek Hayden’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/

    12 min
  • CIBL Throwback | Redneck Tycoon with Jonah White

    Check out this throwback to one of our most popular episodes from 2022.

    The Founder and Owner of Billy Bob Products, Jonah White, joins the CIBL Podcast to share his incredible story. This one is a must-listen!
    Here's a quick summary of Jonah's resume:
    ✔Grew up in a log cabin with no running water
    ✔Led the nation in rushing his Senior year of HS football
    ✔Leading rusher and Player of the Year at Missouri State University
    ✔Lived in a cave
    ✔Founded Billy Bob Teeth with Rich Bailey investing his entire net worth of $400
    ✔Starred in Discovery Channel's "Billy Bob's Gags to Riches"
    ✔Expanded his product line and founded William Robert Teeth Co.
    ✔Gifted a pig to Miley Cyrus
    You're not going to hear a more unique story than Jonah's. Tune in to hear about his products and listen to his unique business experiences.

    44 min
  • Do You Offer Employee Benefits?

    Are employee benefits a pain point in your business?


    Check out this radio interview from 2021 where Garrett & Derek share information about employee health insurance on the WTIM Morning Show. This may give you some ideas on how to control your cost and increase your employee retention and attraction.


    Learn more at CIBLinsurance.com


    9 min
  • The Thomas Express with Michael Thomas | Express Employment Professionals, Springfield, IL

    Join us as Michael Thomas shares his story on the CIBL Podcast. Mike is the Business Relationship Manager at Express Employment Professionals in Springfield, IL.

    Mike starts off the podcast by explaining his incredibly unique personal story. He had to overcome a lot of personal adversity to become the professional he is today. Mike details his personal struggles and triumphs and highlights the people and organizations that helped him along the way.
    We also hear about the many community and volunteer projects that Mike is involved in. Springfield is lucky to have such a motivated community leader making a difference for all those involved.
    You won't want to miss this motivating and inspiring story with Mike Thomas!
    Mike's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salesmichaelthomas/
    Express Springfield: https://www.expresspros.com/SpringfieldIL/

    32 min
  • The Power of Positive Thinking

    Do you beat yourself up mentally, or are you powered by positivity?

    This week's CIBL BIZ TIPS segment comes from a LIVE speech that Derek gave to the SHS Class of 2021. In this discussion, Derek tells a story of how the power of positive thinking helped a high school student exceed expectations and become successful.
    This is a very cool segment that will leave you with a positive mindset.

    6 min
  • Catering to Central IL with Gabi Thompson | Owner of Bloom Hospitality & Catering, Springfield, IL

    Gabi Thompson joins the CIBL Podcast to tell us about her business, Bloom Hospitality & Catering in Springfield, IL.


    Gabi starts the show by telling us how she grew up in the restaurant business at her parent's restaurant, Scampy's. She loved being at the restaurant and helping her parents when she was younger. Her father passed away when Gabi was young and the family decided to get out of the business, but Gabi stayed around the hospitality industry for most of her life.


    Gabi decided to carry on her father's legacy and recently launched Bloom Hospitality & Catering. Bloom is a high-quality yet affordable catering service offering impeccable customer service and delicious food to events across Central Illinois. Gabi and her team offer a flexible menu and will "cater" to any occasion and appetite.


    Bloom Hospitality & Catering: https://bloomcaters.com/


    Bloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BloomCaters

    30 min

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This is the Central Illinois Business Leaders Podcast. The CIBL podcast is a place where business owners, thought leaders, and community champions from Central IL share their story. Are you ready to…