Lessons from a Legacy: Growing Up in Insurance
May 9, 2024
In this episode of the Health & Wealth Power Hour, Harlon talks with Chrissy Myers, CEO of Associated Underwriters Insurance (AUI), a generational family business. They explore Chrissy's leadership journey, the intricacies of a family business, the effects of government regulations on the insurance and healthcare sectors, and much more.
Chrissy shares insights on being a woman-owned business and emphasizes community service as a core business value. The episode also focuses on the importance of community involvement for insurance agents and HR professionals, and a look at the implications of new Department of Labor rules.
Key Points
Key Points
- Chrissy's journey in leadership and transitioning a family business
- Importance of having an exit strategy
- Diversification in business and retirement planning
- Impact of government regulations on the insurance and healthcare industry
- HR in small businesses and the need for alternative benefits
- Challenges faced by small businesses in navigating HR regulations and compliance
- Involvement of the company in controlling costs and making an impact on the healthcare system
- Complexities of employment classification and compliance challenges
- Impact of virtual work arrangements on hiring and firing processes
- Significance of community service and engagement in business operations
Links
Eagle Care Health Solutions - https://eaglecarehealth.com/
Associated Underwriters Insurance - https://auiinfo.com/
Chrissy's Book, "Reluctantly Resilient" - https://www.amazon.com/Reluctantly-Resilient-Journey-Thriving-Leadership/dp/B0CMBLW6WD/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=reluctantly+resilient&qid=1704815063&sr=8-1
Connect with Chrissy on...
Linked - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissymyersceo/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chrissy.myersjohnston
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrissymyersceo/?hl=en