The Enlightened Agent

On this weeks episode of The Enlightened Agent, Broker Buddha's CEO, Jason Keck, is joined by Derek Thomas, Chief Strategy Officer at Galway Holdings. Over the past 10 years at Galway, Derek has been focused on data and digital strategy as well as implementing insuretech like Broker Buddha. As an African American leader in the insurance industry, Derek has always championed diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels of an organization. Jason and Derek dive into Derek's perspective and experience as an African American leader in a predominately White male dominated industry.

On this weeks episode of the Enlightened Agent, Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is joined Tina Semotan, President at HNI Risk Services. This is the first episode of the Enlightened Agent with an industry executive that is focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. Tina's level of support towards females, people of color and general diversity in the insurance industry is exceptional. Jason and Tina discuss the challenge of being a female in a male dominated industry, facilitating conversations around diversity and inclusion, and mentorship in the workplace.

On this weeks episode of The Enlightened Agent, Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, kicks off a new series around diversity, equity and inclusion. Jason is joined by Charlene Wheeless, Executive Coach who helps leaders and companies improve and create a more diverse work place. This episode is unique because you will hear Jason's first coaching session with Charlene in which they tackle and discuss interesting topics. If you're interested in exploring more about D, E & I, subscribe to The Enlightened Agent to ensure you won't miss an episode within this series.

On this week's episode of The Enlightened Agent, Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is celebrating a major business milestone. Broker Buddha has converted 10,000 carrier applications into online smart forms. Jason is joined by Caribou Honig, Co-Founder of InsureTech Connect and Parter at SemperVirens. Caribou is an influential member of the insuretech industry and someone who Jason has admiration for. The two discuss the value in conferences, the importance of structured data online and targeting niche opportunities.

Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is joined by Mike Volk, Sr. Manager of Cyber Insurance at Optiv. Mike began his insurance career on the broker side. He took interest in cyber insurance, an aspect of insurance that has grown within the last few years. As Mike's interest expanded, so did his knowledge and his ability to coach others. Jason and Mike also discuss some well known cyber security breaches and what risks breaches pose to businesses of all sizes.

Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is joined by John Darr, CEO and Agent at Darr Schackow Insurance. On this weeks episode, Jason and John discuss John's entrance into the insurance industry, Premium Time with John Darr, and changes that need to be made in the Florida marketplace.

Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is joined by Sr. Vice President and Principal of York International, Andrew Krantz. Jason and Andrew met 4 years ago at an insuretech dinner and have bonded through insurance and technology. What motivates and inspires Andrew is that the insurance industry is in a state of positive change. The changes are ultimately leading to better business practices and improved client experiences.

Broker Buddha CEO, Jason Keck, is joined by CEO and Founder of Gaspar Insurance Services, Tim Gaspar. Tim discusses the importance of obsessing over the client experience, the value of data to insurance organizations, and the importance of agency buy-in when adopting technology to improve operations.

Broker Buddha CEO Jason Keck is joined by Scott Henman, Commercial Insurance Agent at Michigan Insurance & Financial Services. Scott talks about his love for the trumpet and joy of being a dad in addition to his career in insurance that started 2 days after graduating from college. Scott talks about his longevity in the industry and the growth he has seen over the course of his career. His advice to other agents is to lead with authenticity when engaging with potential and existing clients.

Broker Buddha CEO Jason Keck is joined by Bill Pieroni, President & CEO of ACORD. In this episode, Bill talks about how ACORD, after 50 years, is more relevant than ever in the Insurance industry.