Episodes

  • Learn How to Safely Use Ai in Your Agency for Sales and Operations!

    Learn How to Safely Use Ai in Your Agency for Sales and Operations!
    Sep 16 2024
    Can AI help you grow your business? In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, join host Eric Stein for a deep-dive into the revolutionary and ever-evolving world of AI! Eric is joined by guest Dale Thomas, an AI expert and author of The Ultimate AI Guide to Small Business Success. Eric and Dale talk about the role of AI in insurance, and how AI is revolutionizing commercial insurance and operations, from AI-powered outbound calls to automating routine tasks that once took hours.

    To learn more about Dale, visit https://actionableops.com/ or find his book at https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Guide-Small-Business-Success/dp/B0D678PPD2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3VK0EAL7NS8QS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.GYByZLhTGJYFsxJluSXQFrlPG3VFcqvJoiArEc_JbCT9X43Yp4bE9v1mAqvwJHo-sVZ2R1xnvzCMSJUtOLpyOw.uqp2iQ_SjlRKzYc42_aazsp0Uc-SFphFe9apHcnbMto&dib_tag=se&keywords=dale+thomas+ai&qid=1726148876&sprefix=dale+thomas+ai%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1.

    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

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    57 mins
  • Learn about Vensure’ s Explosive Growth with Kara Childress, President!

    Learn about Vensure’ s Explosive Growth with Kara Childress, President!
    Sep 3 2024
    Congratulations to Kara Childress on her new role as president of VensureHR! In this exciting episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein talks with Kara about her role with VensureHR and her plans and priorities for the coming year. Kara also shares more details about VensureHR's programs and operations, including their staffing alliance division and their divisions for cannabis, agriculture, and more!

    To learn more about VentureHR, please visit https://www.vensure.com/

    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

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    49 mins
  • Target the Cannabis Niche with GreenleafHR

    Target the Cannabis Niche with GreenleafHR
    Aug 14 2024
    Learn how to target the cannabis niche! In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, host Eric Stein is joined by guest Greg Cowan of Greenleaf HR, which helps cannabis industry businesses find the unique, comprehensive HR and payroll solutions they need. Greg shares more about Greenleaf HR and their solutions, sheds light on trends in the cannabis industry, and offers insights agents can use to target the cannabis niche.

    To learn more about Greenleaf HR, visit them online at https://greenleaf-hr.com/

    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/
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    47 mins
  • Agents Can Quote Monoline Workers’ Comp. and PEO with FrankCrum!

    Agents Can Quote Monoline Workers’ Comp. and PEO with FrankCrum!
    Aug 5 2024
    If you're working to find the best solutions for your blue-collar clients, consider FrankCrum! FrankCrum is a Florida-based PEO that offers hard-to-place Workers' Compensation, risk management, employee benefits, and other services agents can utilize to help their clients. They are also the owner of their own A-rated Workers' Comp carrier.

    In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, join host Eric Stein as he talks with Jonathon Bates, FrankCrum's vice president of broker sales, about FrankCrum's services, as well as the unique benefits of working with a PEO with their own carrier.

    To learn more about FrankCrum, find their online at https://www.frankcrum.com/

    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/
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    57 mins
  • How Agents Can Target the AG industry Using Harbor America

    How Agents Can Target the AG industry Using Harbor America
    Jun 19 2024
    If you’re an agent looking to learn more about how to target the agriculture industry, this episode of Insurance Shoptalk is for you! In this episode, host Eric Stein is joined by guest Kimberly Sanders from Harbor America, an employer solutions company specializing in Workers’ Compensation for the agriculture industry. Kimberly shares more about Harbor America and their Workers’ Compensation programs, which can insure clients with H2A workers, group transportation, and 24-hour exposure, as well as their payroll services designed specifically for agriculture business.

    To learn more about Harbor America, find their website here: https://hapeo.com/
    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

    If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.
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    51 mins
  • Learn How P&C Agencies Utilize Nearshore and Offshore Back Office Services with Solvo Global

    Learn How P&C Agencies Utilize Nearshore and Offshore Back Office Services with Solvo Global
    May 28 2024

    Would your P&C agency benefit from nearshore or offshore back-office solutions? Find out more in this episode of Insurance Shoptalk! In this episode, host Eric Stein is joined by guests Mark Stetson and Henderson Watkins from Solvo Global. They share more about Solvo Global and their many services for P&C agencies, like processing certificates, scrubbing acords, forwarding policy information, and handling reinstatements and cancellations. Eric, Mark, and Henderson also delve into the differences between offshore and nearshore service, and how they differ in cost savings and productivity benefits.

    To learn more about Solvo Global, find them online at www.solvoglobal.com

    About Insurance Shoptalk

    Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

    If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • How Colony West Insurance Agency Uses In-House HR to Win New P&C Business

    How Colony West Insurance Agency Uses In-House HR to Win New P&C Business
    May 16 2024

    Welcome to another episode of Insurance Shoptalk! In this episode, join host Eric Stein and guest Bill Kaley! Bill Kaley is the president of Colony West, an insurance agency that helps midsize businesses find coverage, expertise, and peace of mind. While many agencies focus on property and casualty insurance, Colony West goes a step beyond, offering assistance on HR, HR training, risk management, payroll services, and more. In this episode, Bill Kaley shares more about Colony West and their unique offerings, and how they use their in-house HR to win new P&C business.

    To learn more about Colony West, visit their website at https://colony-west.com/.

    About Insurance Shoptalk

    Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

    If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.
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    57 mins
  • Hear About the Flexible Pricing&Billing Models in Workers’ Comp.and Medical Programs from ZynergiaHR New… Grid view

    Hear About the Flexible Pricing&Billing Models in Workers’ Comp.and Medical Programs from ZynergiaHR New… Grid view
    May 14 2024
    In this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, explore the world of human resources (and more!) with host Eric Stein and special guest host Ryan Floyd. Eric and Ryan talk with David Ainsworth and David Bell from Zynergia, a trusted HR partner that offers a variety of services, including payroll, benefit management, risk management, and more. They discuss Zynergia’s the coverage, features, and benefits of their unique programs, especially their PEO and Workers’ Compensation offerings.

    To learn more about Zynergia and their services, please find them online at https://zynergiahr.com/

    About Insurance Shoptalk
     Join host Eric Stein on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial property and casualty insurance. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to every episode. Insurance Shoptalk is your premier destination for in-depth discussions on the latest industry trends, technology impacts, interviews with leading experts, and much more. To learn more about Insurance Shoptalk, please visit https://insuranceshoptalk.com/

    If you enjoyed this episode of Insurance Shoptalk, please like and subscribe, and be sure to click the notification bell to catch the next episode.
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    1 hr and 7 mins