We revisit this informative episode in which Magan Eubanks, Amwins Connect Regional Sales Manager for Los Angeles, gives a refresher on the Special Enrollment Period (SEP), also known as the Federal Enrollment Period. As the SEP is fast approac

Revisiting Top 5 Q4 Pitfalls to Avoid

Sep 14th, 2022 12m 24s

Jenifer Rossi uses her wealth of underwriting experience to identify the top 5 things that trip up groups during Q4. She offers tried and true tips for a smoother group submission process.New Business Cut Offs:California (https://www.amwinsc

Small Group Solutions from Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona

Sep 1st, 2022 10m 6s

In this episode, we wrap up our self-funding series by learning more about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona's small group solutions. Kathryn Mattson, Director of Small Group Sales and Service for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ), dis

Self-Funding Options from Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona

Aug 16th, 2022 12m 6s

In this episode, Cari Stinchcomb, Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona Director, Large Group Sales Services, introduces us to their large group self-funding solutions, including health programs and stop loss options.

Level Funding Options in the Northeast

Jul 14th, 2022 13m 8s

In this episode, we are joined by Regional Sales Directors Christopher Condon and Steven Dzik to discuss level-funding options in the Northeast. United Healthcare’s Dennis Markell, Account Executive, tells us more about their All Savers program

How Cigna is Bringing Big Benefits to Small Groups

Jun 22nd, 2022 19m 18s

In this episode, Brett Rodarte, Senior New Business Manager (under 500), discusses Cigna's level-funding and self-funding options. Learn how Cigna is bringing big benefits to small groups. We discuss what makes Cigna unique in the market, such

Level Funding 101

May 11th, 2022 8m 40s

Join us to kick off our new series on self-funding options. In this episode, Regional Sales Director, Desaré Kallingal, gives a self-funding refresher with the top five things you need to know. Over the next several weeks, we're highlighting ou

The Operations Team Powerhouse

Apr 20th, 2022 7m 24s

Chip Murray, Senior Vice President, Operations, discusses how the Operations team makes sure that groups get through enrollment smoothly and that brokers get the expertise they need.

Our Sales Tools ─ Your Secret Power

Mar 30th, 2022 11m 22s

We’re excited to introduce you to more of what the Intel team is all about. In this conversation with Mona Mehta, Vice President Business Development, we talk about how Intel works to enable brokers to have the right tools at the right time. We

Amwins Connect Administrators: The Mid-Atlantic’s One-Stop Shop for Quoting and Renewals

Mar 14th, 2022 18m 21s

In this episode, we feature David Cardwell Sr., Executive Vice President of Business Development, and Mike Donahoe, President of the Columbia, MD office of Amwins Connect Administrators. In this introduction to Amwins Connect Administrators, we

Build Your Client Base with Inbound Marketing - Part 2

Feb 9th, 2022 10m 27s

In this episode, Jeff Grocky, Amwins Connect VP of Marketing, returns to discuss how brokers can target a broader audience with inbound marketing strategies. We also discuss how the Amwins Connect Marketing team helps brokers develop successful

Growing Your Agency with the Amwins Connect Broker Marketing Program - Part 1

Jan 26th, 2022 9m 32s

This year, we started our conversation by talking about what Amwins Connect brings to the table and showcasing some of our resources and our amazing team. Marketing VP Jeff Grocky joins in to discuss how Amwins Connect is here to support broker

Amwins Connect Solutions for Ancillary Benefits

Nov 3rd, 2021 14m 37s

In our last episode of 2021, we are joined by Ely Schaffer, Regional Sales Associate, to discuss the importance of Ancillary. Don’t miss the opportunity this Q4 to be your clients’ one solution for all their group benefits. Learn why your group

Get Ready for the Special Open Enrollment Period

Oct 19th, 2021 6m 37s

In this episode, Magan Eubanks, Amwins Connect Regional Sales Manager for Los Angeles gives a refresher on the Special Enrollment Period (SEP), also known as the Federal Enrollment Period. As the SEP is fast approaching, learn how groups can ta

Avoid These Top 5 Q4 Pitfalls

Oct 7th, 2021 12m 24s

Q4 California Marketplace Overview

Sep 22nd, 2021 6m 8s

Q4 is right around the corner and we have a few Q4 prep episodes coming your way. In this first episode, Rebekah from the Intel team gives a Q4 California Marketplace overview. Catch up on rate impacts, underwriting changes, and relaxed underwr

Voluntary Retiree Benefits

Sep 1st, 2021 13m 50s

In this episode, Peter Meyer, Sales Associate, Business Development at Amwins Group Benefits introduces us to Voluntary Retiree Benefits. With this program, your clients can offer group retiree benefit plans while Amwins Group Benefits does the

Catch Up with CoPower, Part 4 ─ Delta Dental

Aug 18th, 2021 9m 5s

We are wrapping up our Summer with CoPower by revisiting Delta Dental. Jeffrey Glasco, Sales Account Executive, Northern California and Lisa Chacon, Sales Account Executive, Southern California talk about Delta Dental’s exciting new 2021 portfo

Catch up with CoPower, Part 3 ─ Unum

Aug 4th, 2021 12m 1s

This week, we continue our Summer with CoPower series. General Manager Dan Frey and National Market Strategist Ken Doyle are joined by T. J. Gustafson, Unum Managing Director to discuss life and disability benefits. We look at why Unum is a uni

Catch Up with CoPower, Part 2

Jul 21st, 2021 8m 44s

Join us for the second half of the conversation, Catching Up with CoPower. General Manager, Dan Fry and National Market Strategist, Ken Doyle talk about what CoPower brings to the table, from finding the right fit for each group through their u

Catch Up with CoPower

Jul 7th, 2021 13m 26s

Join us for the first of our podcast summer series as we catch up with CoPower. General Manager, Dan Fry and National Market Strategist, Ken Doyle talk about a powerful portfolio that makes CoPower unique in the market. We discuss the value of

Delta Dental Mini Episode

Jun 16th, 2021 3m 57s

Need a quick refresher on a revamped portfolio for Delta Dental of California? Jeffrey Glasco, Sales Account Executive, Northern California and Lisa Chacon, Sales Account Executive, Southern California catch us up!Want to learn more on CoPow

ChoiceBuilder® Mini Episode

Jun 3rd, 2021 1m 48s

Ever wonder about ancillary options from ChoiceBuilder®? Listen in for a quick update with Michael Payton, SVP, Sales & Account Management, CHOICE Administrators and David McClintock, Vice President of Sales.

Kaiser Permanente® Mini Episode

May 12th, 2021 4m 38s

Ever wonder how Kaiser's unique model works to ensure quality of care? Listen in with Kaiser Permanente® President of the Professional Staff at Southern California Permanente Medical Group - San Diego, Dr. William T. Tseng to learn more.

COBRA & the American Rescue Plan Act with Jeff Strong of Sterling Administration

Mar 25th, 2021 10m 20s

How the American Rescue Plan Act is affecting COBRA is on the top of our minds. In this episode, Jeff Strong, Vice President of Sales at Sterling Administration, catches us up on what we need to know. Let us be the expert in your ear so you can