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Insurance Town

Heath Shearon

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Welcome to Insurance Town! Your host is the Mayor of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon. After many years in different parts of the insurance world, Heath wants to share his experience with you. Join in on conversations with Heath and many of the friends he's made along the way. Insurance Town is a production of Ready, Set, Podcast! Find more info at www.readysetpodcast.xyz Music: "Mornin, Noon, and Nite" by Daddy Long Legs
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In this engaging live podcast episode from Memphis, Heath Sheeran and Riley Talbot discuss a variety of topics ranging from music and culture to the intricacies of the insurance industry. Riley shares his journey from a college athlete to a successful insurance professional, emphasizing the importance of technology and human interaction in the fiel…
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In this conversation, Matt Waxman shares his journey from a marketing major to a successful figure in the insurance industry, discussing his experiences in hospitality, insurance claims, and marketing. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the property market, particularly in challenging areas like Florida and Texas, and offers valuable adv…
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In this conversation, Daniel Yoo discusses the inception of Finmate AI, a tool designed to enhance the efficiency of financial advisors by automating note-taking and data entry. He shares his journey from being a financial advisor to creating a solution that addresses common pain points in the industry. The discussion also touches on the role of AI…
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In this engaging conversation, Ben Morrow shares his journey from a nomadic childhood to his current role in the insurance industry. He discusses the challenges of balancing family life with a demanding career, the impact of personal loss on his wellness journey, and the unique bond he shares with his identical twin. Ben emphasizes the importance o…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, Mayor sits down with Paul Neuberger, Best Selling Author of the book: Secrets to Cold Call Success and the founder of C-Suite for Christ, an incredible community that brings together executives with a shared Christian faith. Paul discusses a variety of important topics, including the often-overlooked challenges fa…
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in this weeks episode of Insurance Town, the Mayor himself brings you insights and strategies to help grow your agency! In this special Town Hall episode, we are joined by Bradley Flowers of Portal Insurance. Bradley is a master at building referral relationships with lenders and realtors, and today he’s sharing his game-changing strategies with ou…
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In this re-aired episode of Insurance Town, the Mayor sits down with former NFL player turned inspirational speaker and business coach, Marcus Ogden. This is one of our most powerful and motivating conversations, and we wanted to bring it back for those who missed it—or need to hear it again. Marcus shares his incredible journey from playing in the…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, host Heath Shearon sits down with Kevin Koone, a well-respected insurance professional with a fascinating career journey. Kevin shares how he transitioned from aspiring to work in the medical field to making his way through GIS mapping, janitorial work, and eventually finding his place in the independent insurance…
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In this exciting episode of Insurance Town, The Mayor, sits down with Ricky Brito of Agent Brokers United (ABU) to talk all things networking, trade shows, and building relationships in the insurance industry. Ricky shares his journey from manual labor to becoming a key player in the insurance event space and how ABU is changing the game for agents…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon sits down with Kimiko Donahue, an insurance pro who has done it all—captive agent, independent agency owner, carrier rep, and now a coach helping business owners find their path. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🚀 Kimiko’s Journey – From selling car washes to running a successful independent agency…
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In this captivating episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, Mayor Heath Shearon welcomes the tech-savvy and insightful Mike Todasco. Known for his rich background in innovation and technology, Mike shares his journey from working at PayPal to becoming an expert in generative AI. Together, they dive deep into how AI is transforming industries, includ…
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In this episode I just want to say thank you and to make an announcement or two !! Please take a few minutes to subscribe and download this little episode for future listen if ya want but make sure you do. We have some big things coming up here in Insurance town! Love you all! thank you all !! See you soon ! Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsor…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, host Heath Shearon sits down with Brenden Corr to catch up on life, career changes, and the powerful work he's doing with Project 55—a mental health initiative focused on supporting employees in the insurance industry. Brenden shares insights into his transition from Lost Run Pro, the importance of prioritizing fa…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, host Heath Shearon sits down with Kyle Kuest, a dynamic sales professional at Vertafore, to talk about his unique journey from ministry work to the world of insurance technology sales. Kyle shares how his background in the church, his passion for history, and his experience in teaching shaped his approach to sales…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, Mayor Heath Shearon sits down with his good friend and insurance powerhouse, Ariel Rivera, the newly appointed President of PIA National. Ariel shares his journey, the responsibilities of his new role, and how he’s embracing the challenges of leadership in the independent insurance world. Episode Highlights: ✅ Ari…
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In this episode the Mayor, interviews his new friend Caleb Burkey, and experiences a light bulb moment! We really hope you do as well. This one is a game changer on so many levels. If you want to actually understand Parametric Insurance AND get to eaves drop on a great conversation, press play now. This one is a good one. Sponsors: Smart Choice Ins…
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Replay Episode !! This week In Insurance Town the Mayor sits down with his good friend Becky Monfre, VP of Digital Accounts at Coterie Insurance. Becky Monfre, joins us in Insurance via the Vertafore Insurance Podcast. to talk about how Coterie is making small commercial Insurance easier. She has been in the industry her entire career and understan…
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In this weeks episode, the mayor sits down with his good friend Tinsley English to discuss her latest book titled Grit, Growth & Gumption. But this episode is way beyond that we discuss being a leader in this service industry. We discuss the challenges, the customer service, reps face, the challenges that managers face. We also discuss accepting Go…
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In this episode of The Insurance Town Podcast, host Heath Shearon sits down with Teresa Kitchens, a dynamic agency owner and podcaster, to explore her remarkable journey of resilience, leadership, and transformation both personally and professionally. Key Highlights: Facing and Overcoming Adversity: Teresa shares deeply personal experiences, includ…
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In this episode of The Insurance Town Podcast, host Heath Shearon welcomes back a beloved guest, Tolga Tezel, CEO of Canopy Connect. Together, they dive deep into how Canopy Connect is transforming the insurance industry with its innovative "one-stop intake platform." From simplifying customer interactions to delivering enriched data, Canopy Connec…
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Episode Title: Unlocking Hidden Value in Life Insurance Policies with Rob Haynie In this episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, host Heath Shearon sits down with Rob Haynie, Managing Director and co-owner of Life Insurance Settlements, Inc. Rob shares his fascinating journey into the life settlements industry, starting in the early 1990s, and offer…
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In this weeks episode the Mayor sits down with his good friend, David Vercillo. David Vercillo works as an agent at The Fedeli Group, a large family owned insurance agency in Cleveland Ohio. The Fedeli Group specializes in providing quality insurance products and high-level risk management services. As a former sales coach with the Pacesetter progr…
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In this weeks episode of Insurance Town I had the honor and privilege of interviewing my good friend and Brother from another mother Brian Thompson of Descartes Underwriters. We talk about all things Parametric Insurance. I have to admit I've been in this industry a long time and I've also had the privilege of interviewing a lot of insurance profes…
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Join the Mayor of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon, as he sits down with Jacob Bolton to dive deep into his fascinating journey from aspiring professional athlete to a prominent figure in the insure-tech world. Jacob shares his experiences, insights, and lessons learned from his time in collegiate baseball, how he transitioned into the insurance indus…
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In this episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, Mayor Heath Shearon sits down with Mike Mathweg, and they discuss how he "lucked" into becoming a Multi-millionaire through hard work and mergers and acquisitions. Whether you’re considering selling your agency, growing through acquisition, or simply curious about the dynamics of agency sales, this epi…
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In this episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, Mayor Heath Shearon sits down with the dynamic Keith Harrison to talk about fun in the workplace, the importance of passion, and the journey that led Keith to where he is today. From LinkedIn connections to the power of networking, Heath and Keith dive deep into the sales process and the ideas and stra…
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In this Episode the Mayor sits down with his buddy Bobby Touran, of Rainbow, the MGA built for Restaurants. The conversation covers Baabak Touran’s background, and how the 2008 financial crisis led him and his friends to start a business that eventually became a major focus for him. Heath and Baabak exchange insights on resilience, adapting to chan…
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In this solo episode, the Mayor of Insurance Town tackles a challenge we can all relate to—burnout. As the end of the year approaches, workloads ramp up, and burnout can feel like it’s right around the corner. This episode is all about recognizing burnout, taking practical steps to beat it, and finding motivation to finish strong.The Mayor shares p…
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On todays episode the mayor interviews good friend Eric Stien, who just finished writing his first book he says, this is a Blueprint for agencies looking to grow their agencies. He gives a lot of practical advice throughout the podcast on simple ways any agency can grow and take its agency to another level. Eric is the President at Insured Solution…
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In this episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, the Mayor sits down with Caleb Cramer, an insurance pro who’s always been on the move—both in the field and in his career. Caleb opens up about his journey in sales, how he’s navigated his career path, and the exciting developments with his new job. They dive deep into the world of insurance sales, foc…
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In this weeks episode of Insurance Town, The Mayor welcomes good buddy Patrick McBride to the show. Patrick, a seasoned insurance professional, shares his journey, experiences, and insights on the industry's evolving landscape. Key Highlights: The Last Few Years in the Industry: Patrick reflects on how the last couple of years have been "wicked" du…
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This is a LIVE episode from the PIA of Texas Conference in San Marcos Texas ! We are discussing Hard Market with Carrie Cheeks of JenCap, Debbie Dziga of Dziga Insurance, and Michael Ley of Hawksoft WARNING : THE AUDIO IS NOT STUDIO QUALITY DUE TO THE LIVE ASPECT BUT CONTENT TOO GOOD not to put out. Episode Sponsors: Smart Choice Agents Canopy Conn…
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In this episode of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon sits down with a dynamic guest who is transforming how agencies operate. The conversation centers around leveraging technology to streamline agency operations and drive growth. From CRM systems to data analytics, they break down the tools and strategies that can help agencies stay competitive and eff…
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In this weeks episide the Mayor, Heath Shearon got a chance to catch up with his good friend Holden Smith on the show. Its been 4 years since he last appeared on the show and lots have changed since then, He's grown in size, locations and Acquisitions. Come join us on this journey and learn more about : How Holden has hit the reset button and how h…
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In this special solo episode, the Mayor of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon, goes solo to share some valuable insights on how to make the most out of conference season! Heath dives into his personal tips and strategies for getting the best value from events. Whether you're attending for networking, education, or just to "shake hands and kiss babies." …
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In this weeks episode of Insurance Town, Mayor Heath Shearon sits down with Nick Vitali, the mastermind behind All About Insurance, which has grown to 10 locations across North Carolina. Nick shares his story, starting with his father's entrepreneurial spirit that took him from running a chicken wing restaurant to building an insurance agency from …
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In this episode, The mayor has the opportunity to sit down and talk to Scott Angell, of LEO. These two have a great conversation about sales, the sales processes, the process of buying leads, and how not just to purchase leads to purchase leads. Its not just a numbers game anymore. Its about the data you get , its about the sales process you have i…
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In today’s episode Mayor got to sit down with Ana Gonzalez Gibbs, of Anabots. This is such a fun episode!! She has an obsession for learning has taken me her on so many interesting journeys. Starting with architecture for a while, then martial arts and finding her true passion in building sales systems for companies and sales teams, and that's what…
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In this engaging episode, The Mayor had the pleasure of speaking with , widely known as the “Ultimate Networker” and a leading expert in Internet marketing. George delves into the timeless marketing techniques that continue to be effective in today’s digital landscape, with a particular focus on the power of personal networking and standing out at …
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In this episode the Mayor has a great conversation with John Loeber, the co-founder and CEO of Limit, an insurtech company that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance the insurance industry. Limit recently launched LimitAI, a generative AI designed specifically for the P&C space. This AI tool helps analyze extensive insurance documents, provi…
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In this weeks episode, the Mayor sits down with , a top tier speaker, podcaster, former NFL player and good friend Marques Ogden. Heath loves conversations like this. Talking about entrepreneurship, leadership, mindset and more. His bootstrap story is a must listen. Episode Sponsors : Smart Choice Canopy Connect Olde School Marketing…
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in this weeks episode, the Mayor had the opportunity to visit with his good buddy, Pat West. We have some fun with some nostaligic conversation around where all of this started... IN THE 90'S!! Pat & Heath talk about the future of the insurance industry, including emerging trends, potential challenges, and opportunities. He enjoys speculating on ho…
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This is the Smart Choice episode, I love these episodes, I love working with them much. I can't wait for you guys to hear this one ! We get into some good conversations, where we pull back the curtain and talk about the Smart Start Program. Lynn Depasquale and Matt Heacox join me for this one. We also take a deeper dive into trucking insurance and …
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In this episode we have a returning guest that always gets a good response! Cant wait for you to hear this one. We discuss some marketing techniques that my guest has been using for years and creating a successful agency and business that is widely known across our industry. In this episode we talk about : They Ask you Answer Story Brand ChatGPT Us…
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This week in Insurance Town, The mayor gets an opportunity to sit down and enjoy an awesome conversation with his good buddy and insurance sister Lindsay Wallace of Indium. The Mayor just wanted you guys to hear her story. in this episode, we get personal with Lindsay. She shares about her recent engagement and her fiancé Patrick's adventurous clim…
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in this weeks episode the mayor sits down and talks with Aaron Painter, the CEO of Nametag Inc., the world's first identity verification platform designed to safeguard accounts against impersonators and AI-generated deep fakes. These two have an awesome conversation about his international sucess working in over 40 countries for some of the largest…
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This weeks episode is a hard market solo episode. We will be talking about the hard market a little bit. I will nerd out a little bit and it could be a lot of fun. Hang out with me and lets talk. I would love your feed back!! Reachout to me https://linktr.ee/heathshearon and let me know your thoughts, ideas, agree , disagree. Etc. Episode Sponsors:…
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In this weeks episode the Mayor was visited by a whole room full of GOATS!! This week we are talking about AgencyPoint with Chris Paradiso, Carey Wallace, and Aaron Stocks. (see I told you) We have a phenomenal conversation about a very important subject matter in our industry. In this episode we talk about something that effects every single agenc…
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In this weeks episode the Mayor was able to sit down with his friend Dustin Parker, the co-founder of Salt. Salt is an innovative tool that takes agents from cocktail napkin to the cloud in a time where the industry is being challenged in this hard market it catch up fast and do business better. Dustin shares with us his fascinating story of becomi…
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