Established in 2004, Leader’s Edge is the award-winning content platform for The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers, covering legal and legislative issues, international business and regulation, management trends and best practices, technology, and more. Leader’s Edge is written and recorded for large and mid-sized commercial insurance and employee benefit executives around the globe.
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Are you a trailblazer in your industry? At The Leader's Edge: Authentic Conversations with Champions of Industry, we celebrate the extraordinary journeys of leaders like you. Created and hosted by HR Huntsman, we are looking for inspiring CEOs, founders, COOs, and general managers who have driven their businesses to new heights and are eager to share their stories with the world. The Leader's Edge was created to honor and amplify the voices of leaders who make a significant impact in their i ...
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Sander Flaum is an acknowledged business leader, marketing and sales effectiveness coach, motivational speaker, and best-selling author
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Jagged with Jasravee : Cutting-Edge Marketing Conversations with Thought Leaders
Jasravee Kaur Chandra
“Creative thinking takes place neither inside the box nor outside the box, but at the edge of the box.” Free-flowing, long-form conversations about marketing, branding, innovation, consumer behaviour and trends. Conversations that ignite new ideas. Ideas with rough, sharp edges ! These conversations with thought leaders discuss best practices, trends, case studies and insights on topics ranging from strategy planning, brand building, marketing strategy, communication strategy, digital market ...
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The Introvert’s Edge: Discover the Strategies and Tactics of Introverted Global Business Leaders
Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
An introvert’s #1 source for sales, speaking, networking, business strategies, and inspiration, with interviews of world-class introverts who have achieved amazing success.
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The Introvert’s Edge Video Podcast: Discover the Strategies and Tactics of Introverted Global Business Leaders
Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
An introvert’s #1 source for sales, speaking, networking, business strategies, and inspiration, with interviews of world-class introverts who have achieved amazing success.
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Given his background working with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and medical insurers, as well as working with individuals to fill their prescriptions, Dr. Simon Leung, Vice President, Head of Pharmacy, Conner Strong & Buckelew has in some ways seen it all. Leung’s experience has shaped his approach to pharmacy benefit consulting and his view on …
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123 - Scott Rick on Tightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships
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In this podcast Dr. Rick explores different spending styles, the impact on relationships, and how couples can communicate and manage their finances. He highlights the importance of understanding each other’s perspectives and finding a balance between shared and individual spending. The conversation delves into practical tips for managing money in r…
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Given his background working with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and medical insurers, as well as working with individuals to fill their prescriptions, Dr. Simon Leung, Vice President, Head of Pharmacy, Conner Strong & Buckelew has in some ways seen it all. Leung’s experience has shaped his approach to pharmacy benefit consulting and his view on …
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Former NATO Commander Admiral James Stavridis on Cyber and Geopolitical Risk
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Leader's Edge was on-site at The Council's Insurance Leadership Forum in October to capture the conversations and energy that always accompany this key industry gathering.In the first of three special interviews conducted at ILF, retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis, former NATO supreme allied commander Europe and a current board member of glo…
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Personal Lines with Dottie Chalmers Cutter
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In this episode we meet Dottie Chalmers Cutter, Chief Operating Officer of Chalmers Insurance Group. Cutter shares her story of becoming the 4th generation to run her family’s insurance business. She also discusses the importance of company culture and hard work.Par A Council Platform
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Personal Lines with Dottie Chalmers Cutter
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Why Introverts Excel at Global Mobility and Remote Work
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The post Why Introverts Excel at Global Mobility and Remote Work appeared first on Finding A Business Niche & Creating A Sales System - MatthewPollard.Com.Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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Why Introverts Excel at Global Mobility and Remote Work
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Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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A Fully Optimized Digital Industry
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Everyone in the insurance value chain wins when the broker is equipped with better data, says Jeff Cohen, senior vice president at Zywave.Cohen paints a vivid picture of what a fully optimized digital industry could look like, but cautions that we’re not there yet. He discusses where the industry is on this journey, why digital evolution is moving …
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A Fully Optimized Digital Industry
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Everyone in the insurance value chain wins when the broker is equipped with better data, says Jeff Cohen, senior vice president at Zywave. Cohen paints a vivid picture of what a fully optimized digital industry could look like, but cautions that we’re not there yet. He discusses where the industry is on this journey, why digital evolution is moving…
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Looking Around Corners and Breaking Glass
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Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers executive chairman Ken Crerar sits down for a candid conversation on leading The Council through 30 years of growth, change, disruption, and success.Par A Council Platform - 868329
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Looking Around Corners and Breaking Glass
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Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers executive chairman Ken Crerar sits down for a candid conversation on leading The Council through 30 years of growth, change, disruption, and success.Par A Council Platform
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Financial Tools for an Uncertain Economy
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Being a bank-owned premium financing company means that the economic environment, especially changes in banking, is a major factor in the business landscape, says Ben Rubin, chief risk officer for FIRST Insurance Funding & Wintrust Life Finance. In this podcast, sponsored by First Insurance Funding, Rubin discusses the particulars of the current fi…
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Financial Tools for an Uncertain Economy
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Being a bank-owned premium financing company means that the economic environment, especially changes in banking, is a major factor in the business landscape, says Ben Rubin, chief risk officer for FIRST Insurance Funding & Wintrust Life Finance. In this podcast, sponsored by First Insurance Funding, Rubin discusses the particulars of the current fi…
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Personal Lines with Ryan L. Smith
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In this episode we meet Ryan L. Smith, Executive Vice President of Atlanta Life Insurance.Smith shares how his childhood entrepreneurial mindset led him to working with NBA legend Magic Johnson. He also discusses his perspective on life insurance, and why its vital for a family member to have.Par A Council Platform - 868329
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Personal Lines with Ryan L. Smith
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In this episode we meet Ryan L. Smith Executive Vice President of Atlanta Life Insurance. Smith shares how his childhood entrepreneurial mindset led him to working with NBA legend Magic Johnson. He also discusses his perspective on life insurance, and why its vital for a family member to have.Par A Council Platform
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3 - Innovating Family Law: Defining the Future of Legal Practice with Jonathan Steele
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In this episode of The Leader's Edge: Authentic Conversations with Champions of Industry, HR Huntsman talks to the Family Law Attorney and Partner of Beermann, Jonathan Steele. Jonathan discusses his progression from a high school law clerk to a partner, emphasizing the challenges of transitioning into leadership roles and managing team dynamics. H…
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122 - Avoiding Brand Transgressions: Key Lessons Learned. Conversation with Prof. Shailendra Pratap Jain & Prof. Shalini Sarin Jain
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SUMMARY The episode highlights the importance of leadership, accountability, transparency, and empathy in crisis management. The professors emphasise that brands need to proactively address potential transgressions and build a culture of authenticity to navigate challenging situations. Highlights 🎯 The professors use real-life examples like Boeing,…
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Great Fire to a Burgeoning Market: History of Lloyd's
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For hundreds of years the insurance market known as Lloyd's of London has played a notorious role in the world of risk and finance.To understand how this market started, podcast producer Zach Ewell spoke with Geraldine Morgan, a history enthusiast who gives tours in London England around the history of Lloyds and insurance. Morgan takes us on a tou…
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Great Fire to a Burgeoning Market: History of Lloyd's
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For hundreds of years the insurance market known as Lloyd's of London has played a notorious role in the world of risk and finance. To understand how this market started, podcast producer Zach Ewell spoke with Geraldine Morgan, a history enthusiast who gives tours in London England around the history of Lloyds and insurance. Morgan takes us on a to…
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2 - The New Age of Leadership: How AI is Reshaping Decision-Making with LXBP Inner Pathways' Djuradj Caranovic
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In this episode of The Leader's Edge: Authentic Conversations with Champions of Industry, HR Huntsman talks to the Behavioral Economist, Chief Behavioral Strategist, and Integration Specialist of LXBP Inner Pathways, Djuradj Caranovic. Djuradj explores how AI can transform leadership practices, enhance decision-making, and improve organizational cu…
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One year into the newly created role of head of North America, AXIS' Mike McKenna joins the Leader’s Edge podcast to discuss how he plans to execute on opportunities in the market as Axis dives deeper into specialty lines. McKenna drills down into where the opportunities are in the difficult casualty market, discusses the company’s new Lloyd’s synd…
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One year into the newly created role of head of North America, AXIS' Mike McKenna joins the Leader’s Edge podcast to discuss how he plans to execute on opportunities in the market as Axis dives deeper into specialty lines. McKenna drills down into where the opportunities are in the difficult casualty market, discusses the company’s new Lloyd’s synd…
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Brokers, Insurtechs Ready to Connect
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As Fall conference season gears up, BrokerTech Ventures’ John Jackovin, Executive Director of the BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator, shares some insight into the upcoming BrokerTech Connect, a broker-focused mini-event held during InsureTech Connect in Las Vegas in October. Jackovin discusses the evolution of the conference over the years and what’s …
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Brokers, Insurtechs Ready to Connect
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As Fall conference season gears up, BrokerTech Ventures’ John Jackovin, Executive Director of the BrokerTech Ventures Accelerator, shares some insight into the upcoming BrokerTech Connect, a broker-focused mini-event held during InsureTech Connect in Las Vegas in October. Jackovin discusses the evolution of the conference over the years and what’s …
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How to Make Money as an Introvert on YouTube
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The post How to Make Money as an Introvert on YouTube appeared first on Finding A Business Niche & Creating A Sales System - MatthewPollard.Com.Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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How to Make Money as an Introvert on YouTube
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Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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121 - Karuna Rawal on How Nature’s Fynd Marketed NASA’s Incredible Yellowstone Fungus
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Karuna, an entrepreneurial brand builder, shares her journey with Nature’s Fynd, a company that developed a new protein source from a unique fungus discovered in Yellowstone National Park.1. From Outer Space to Your Plate: The Unlikely Origin of Nature’s FyndNature’s Fynd’s story began with a NASA research project aimed at understanding how life co…
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How to Advance in Your Career as an Introverted Professional
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Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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How to Advance in Your Career as an Introverted Professional
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The post How to Advance in Your Career as an Introverted Professional appeared first on Finding A Business Niche & Creating A Sales System - MatthewPollard.Com.Par Matthew Pollard, Introvert, Author, Entrepreneur, Sales and Marketing Strategist
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Can we fix the polarization that has engulfed our politics and government? According to a recent Pew Research Center poll, public trust in government has edged near all-time lows in recent years. The nonpartisan organization She Should Run believes part of the answer to fixing this problem includes increasing the number of women in public office. T…
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Can we fix the polarization that has engulfed our politics and government?According to a recent Pew Research Center poll, public trust in government has edged near all-time lows in recent years.The nonpartisan organization She Should Run believes part of the answer to fixing this problem includes increasing the number of women in public office. To …
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1 - The Greatest Insights for Leaders and Aspiring Champions of Industry with HR Huntsman
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In the inaugural episode of The Leader's Edge: Authentic Conversations with Champions of Industry , Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence talks to the creator and host of the show, HR Huntsman. They discuss HR's background in leadership development and the podcast's mission to highlight leaders who prioritize their teams' growth and well-being. The convers…
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Interconnected Risk Drives New Client Focus
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In this edition of our AXA XL podcast series, chief client and distribution officer Matt O’Malley sits down with Leader’s Edge after taking on this newly created role for the insurer. He explains the interconnected risk that drove AXA XL to create this position and what he hopes to achieve in the role. He also talks market trends including the earl…
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Interconnected Risk Drives New Client Focus
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In this edition of our AXA XL podcast series, chief client and distribution officer Matt O’Malley sits down with Leader’s Edge after taking on this newly created role for the insurer. He explains the interconnected risk that drove AXA XL to create this position and what he hopes to achieve in the role. He also talks market trends including the earl…
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Election Atmosphere Alters for Democrats
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In this episode of Politics & Risk from The Council’s government affairs team, SVP Joel Kopperud interviews Democratic Rep. Joe Courtney, who represents Connecticut's 2nd Congressional District.The congressman discusses his party’s new excitement surrounding the presidential ticket after President Joe Biden’s withdrew from the 2024 election, possib…
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Election Atmosphere Alters for Democrats
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In this episode of Politics & Risk from The Council’s government affairs team, SVP Joel Kopperud interviews Democratic Rep. Joe Courtney, who represents Connecticut's 2nd Congressional District. The congressman discusses his party’s new excitement surrounding the presidential ticket after President Joe Biden’s withdrew from the 2024 election, possi…
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The End of Alien Abduction Coverage?
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For over 34 years Mike St. Lawrence traveled the United States selling alien abduction insurance on local TV news and radio shows.With nearly 7,000 coverages sold at a $24.95 asking price, the Florida resident offered a $10 million payout for proof of abduction. The catch: The payout would come at $1 annually for 10 million years. Following our 202…
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120 - Dr. Paul Zak on Immersion Playbook for Customer Transformation - Attention to Impact
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Dr. Zak shares his findings on how immersion can be used to create better ads, improve training and education, and even enhance personal well-being. Dr. Paul J. Zak is a Professor of economics, psychology and management at Claremont Graduate University. His newest book is Immersion: The Science of the Extraordinary and Source of Happiness. Highligh…
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Personal Lines with Dan Horton
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In this episode we meet Dan Horton, CEO of the Horton GroupHorton shares how he made the career jump from airline pilot to insurance executive, the influence that family has had in his life, and the importance of company culture.Par A Council Platform
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119 - Proshanjit Dey Master Class on Nutrition Marketing - Case Studies of Dr. Reddy's, Kellogg's, and Nestle
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The conversation delves into Proshanjit Dey's (PD) experiences with marketing of nutrition at Dr Reddy's, Kellogg's & Nestle. PD emphasises the importance of understanding the consumer’s cultural context and needs, especially when marketing nutritional products. He shares insights from his experience with Dr. Reddy’s, Kellogg’s, and Nestle, showcas…
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AI is No Longer Science Fiction, Neither are its Risks
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How is artificial intelligence shaking up the film industry?Sinead Murphy, managing director at carrier MiC Specialty, discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the film and media industries.With over 12 years of underwriting experience, Murphy shares how AI risks will impact E&O, cyber, and other policy coverages. She also discusses h…
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AI is No Longer Science Fiction, Neither are its Risks
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How is artificial intelligence shaking up the film industry?Sinead Murphy, managing director at carrier MiC Specialty, discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the film and media industries.With over 12 years of underwriting experience, Murphy shares how AI risks will impact E&O, cyber, and other policy coverages. She also discusses h…
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Benefits Market Leaders Fuel Advocacy Agenda
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In this edition of the Politics & Risk podcast, The Council’s government affairs team is onsite at the Employee Benefits Leadership Forum (EBLF) with Council VP of health policy & strategy Katie King. King oversees the Council of Employee Benefits Executives’ agenda and reveals new insights presented to the group by McKinsey, including findings fro…
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Benefits Market Leaders Fuel Advocacy Agenda
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In this edition of the Politics & Risk podcast, The Council’s government affairs team is onsite at the Employee Benefits Leadership Forum (EBLF) with Council VP of health policy & strategy Katie King. King oversees the Council of Employee Benefits Executives’ agenda and reveals new insights presented to the group by McKinsey, including findings fro…
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Blake Watts, channel partnerships leader for Ochsner Health, has a busy agenda for The Council’s Employee Benefits Leadership Forum [EBLF] this year.Speaking with Leader’s Edge on the first day of the meeting in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Watts said he was looking forward to conversations with his peers on healthcare point solutions and partnering…
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Personal Lines with Belen Tokarski
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In this episode we meet Belen Tokarski, President and COO of Mylo.Tokarski shares inspirational stories of family members who inspire her, how she fell into the insurance industry. And why she’s sticking around.Par A Council Platform
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