The Broker Edge

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of API integrations in the employee benefits industry. Our guest, Michelle Bertrand, a technology practice leader at Guardian, will share insights on how APIs can help streamline the plan build and eligibility processes, ultimately shortening setup time, reducing errors, and improving overall efficiency. We'll discuss the specific benefits for brokers and their clients and suggest key questions brokers should ask to help ensure success when evaluating these integrations.

Discover the innovative features of the new Workday Wellness benefits platform and how it integrates with Guardian's solutions to help provide a seamless experience for planholders. Learn about the latest API technology that can help ensure better support and engagement for wellness-related benefits.

In this episode, we dive into the strategic decision-making behind offering ASO (Administrative Services Only) dental plans to clients. Brokers will learn how to identify the right timing and client profile for ASO dental, understand the pricing dynamics, and explore how to limit risk while maximizing value. Whether you're advising a mid-sized employer or a large organization, this episode will help you guide clients toward smarter, more informed dental coverage choices.

Join Sarah Mitchell, Benefits Technology Practice Leader, Guardian and Meredith Block, Manager, Client Relationship Management, The Cason Group In this engaging conversation, we explore the current state of Evidence of Insurability (EOI) and how outdated processes are creating pain points across the benefits ecosystem.

Hear Ashlee Carroll, Head of Network Practices and Field Support, discuss the delicate balance when considering network size, access, and discounts. A smaller network can have better access (targeted) and deep discounts which provide more savings for planholders and members.

Hear Mark Harris, Executive Sales Consultant and Megan Richard, Client Manager, Premier, Group Benefits at Guardian discuss how to build value and efficiency by building your carrier relationships.

Discover how Guardian’s Paid Leave Benefit Rider is transforming traditional short-term plans to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce. This episode explores how the rider fills critical gaps in both states with and without paid family and medical leave (PFML) laws — offering a more complete and equitable leave solution. Learn how brokers can leverage this innovative offering to help clients support multi-state employees with consistent, inclusive leave policies. 

Our underwriters Dan Tessitore, Leader/Regional Underwriting Director and Jack Burke, Head of West Advisory, Premier, & Select Underwriting as they discuss the dental pricing trends, the impact of AI and technology, and how Guardian is supporting brokers, planholders, and providers. 

There’s often more to dental network size and coverage than meets the eye.  Understanding how dental networks count and report on provider locations can be tricky as there isn’t consistency across carriers. But understanding the potential for disruption … and how carriers address gaps or issues with network coverage is critical to the plan member experience and employer satisfaction.    

Hear Dave Roby, Head of Technology and Specialty Solutions, Group Benefits, discuss tech that’s making it easier for brokers and their clients to work with Guardian. Tech, especially APIs, can help increase efficiency by cutting down the time spent on admin tasks and improving accuracy of information – which eliminates re-work and service issues and improves the overall employee experience.