In person at Insuretech Connect 2021, Chris Cline is joined by the team of Fudge Insurance. Learn about their journey and the changes they put into place to bring tech forward We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

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#154: What was an Insurance Agency Doing at Insuretech Connect 2021?

Technology does not replace human experience; it can enhance it. Clint Houck, is this week’s guest as we dig into building a fully digital insurance agency. Clint believes we can be better as an industry and that technology, when used properly, enhances the personalized insurance experience, it doesn't replace it. He has dedicated his career to building a smarter, more efficient, and effective insurance experience for consumers. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

What it Looks Like to Build a Digital Insurance Agency

Whether you’re a 2 person or a 2,000 person agency; there is a need diversity, equity and inclusion. MJ Insurance has embraced this philosophy. Join Jon Loftin and Shaq Thomas, MJ Insurance as we discuss being better if we can all live our truth. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#152: Why Insurance Agencies Should Embrace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The right data to the right person at the right time. Jamie Peers, Synatic, and Jason Walker, Agency Insuretech, talk to us on this episode of Closing the Gap. Get to know your customers better through data. Fear of Getting Started Brochure You Should Know Me Better By Now - Customer-Centric Insurance As the VP of Business Development and Alliances, Jamie is responsible for strategic partnerships and the growth and GTM strategies for Synatic, working closely with Sales and Marketing teams and the Head of Delivery on implementation of processes. With 20 years’ experience in the SaaS industry, Jamie is an accomplished executive with a track record of business development in global markets. Prior to joining Synatic, Jamie held a variety of leadership roles most recently as the CEO of Chase Software. He is a big believer in people and enabling the people around him to be push for growth and their best version of themselves.  Jamie holds a Bachelor of Business Science degree in Information Systems from the University of Cape Town. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#151: The Importance of Being a Customer-Centric Insurance Agency

Good for you, good for me and we are good to go. Brian Ahearn, Influencer PEOPLE, LLC talks with Chris about how insurance agents can ethically influence others. We delve into the seven principles of the acronym PEOPLE Powerful Everyday Opportunities To persuade That are lasting And Ethical We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#150: How Insurance Agents Can Ethically Influence Others

How can you prove to your boss that the digital marketing efforts you have put forth are working? Listen to Jody Geiger, CMO of the OIA, as we discuss ways data can be used for success in your insurance agency. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#149: Proving Your Digital Marketing Works, with Data

If you’ve dealt with your auto insurance in recent years, you’ve probably heard the term UBI. What is usage based insurance and how can it benefit agency and customer? Steve Butler, Personal Lines Product Manager at Westfield, is our guest this week on Closing the Gap. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#148: The Value of Usage Based Insurance for Your Agency and Your Customers

The insurance industry is evolving. What does this mean for young talent at your agency, and why does it matter? Olivia Strauss, Social Media Intern, and Rob Koszkalda, Social Media Marketing Manager, of Westfield are our guests this week on Closing the Gap. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#147: How Insurance Agencies Can Utilize Young Talent to Further Their Company

Agency evaluations are at an all-time high. Why is this happening, and what does it mean? Mike Wagar, Westfield Bank, returns on this episode of Closing the Gap. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#146: Determining Your Insurance Agencies Value, and Why it Matters

It’s no secret that technology is changing the insurance industry. How are InsurTech tools bringing value to insurance carriers, agencies, and the industry overall? Raghav Tanna, Cofounder and CEO of Tarmika, is this week’s Closing the Gap guest. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#145: Bringing Value to the Insurance Industry with Insurance Rating Technology

Finding the “best” insurance is hard work. How can insurance agents compare carriers with data to find the best fit for their customers? Dan Karr, Founder and CEO of Valchoice, and Chelsea Zweifel, Personal Lines Manager at Evarts Tremaine are this week’s Closing the Gap guests. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#144: How Comparing Carriers with Data is Changing the Insurance Industry

What can insurance agencies learn about cyber security, and how can they protect their data? Troy Stairwalt, Westfield’s Chief Information Security Officer, is this week’s Closing the Gap guest. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#143: What Can Insurance Agencies Learn From Recent Cyber Security Threats?

 Lumber prices have been increasing for some time. How could this affect your insurance? Dave Coil, Principal and Business Risk Advisor at Hummel Group, is this week's guest on Closing the Gap. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#142: How Increasing Lumber Prices Can Affect Your Insurance

Take friction out of an agents life. How are 8 insurance startups working to create a true advantage while delivering to the customer. Bryan Falchuk, The Future of Insurance, is this week's guest on Closing the Gap. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#141: Self Help for the Insurance Industry, 8 Startup Case Studies

What market conditions have led us to the current hard market? Dave Ruppel & Troy Crawford, Westfield go deep into this hard market and provide insight on how an agent can succeed. We welcome your review of Closing the Gap on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about Westfield's independent agency partners.

#140: The Insurance Hard Market from a Carriers Perspective

Providing insurance agents with tips and tricks that will help their agency grow by offering input, advice and solutions. You know what they say, it takes a village – we’re part of your village. We’re Westfield and we care about your success. So let’s get started.

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