M&M Insurance Podcast - Australian Insurance industry topics & issues affecting Brokers

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M&M Insurance Podcast - Australian Insurance industry topics & issues affecting Brokers

Calling all Insurance Brokers! Are you over Webinars? Over formal presentations? We certainly are! So we've decided to do something about it. We've started our very own podcast so we can dive deep into insurance industry topics and issues, affecting us all. Speakers: Mick O'Bree - General Manger of Operations, Ausure John Mills - Broking Manager, Ausure About Ausure - Ausure is one of Australia’s largest insurance groups, offering flexible solutions to brokerages nationally. Estimated 80,000 clients, $400m Gross Written Premium, with more than $10 billion of clients assets protected.

  1. 7 JULY

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #47 - Jay Hani, National Operations Manager – NTI

    - Jay Hani, National Operations Manager – NTI Hi all, this week we have one of the gurus of people and project management, Jay Hani, National Operations Manager of NTI. In this episode, Jay shares his insights into how he approaches running a successful team within a large company, and from the start, it’s pretty clear that Jay is passionate about setting clear structures for his team. We also get an insight into how Jay recruits new team members. It’s unique and seems to work, so hopefully this is something that can help most people in business, regardless of the industry. We also did a deep dive into how the market is changing and what effects Jay is seeing in the trucking industry. We hope you enjoy this one…and the brief mention of Biff from Back to the Future!

    32 min
  2. Millsy & Mick Podcast #46 - Tom Leis, QBE Young Achiever Award

    13 JUNE

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #46 - Tom Leis, QBE Young Achiever Award

    Hi all, this week we were lucky enough to be greeted by the QBE Young Achiever Award, Tom Leis! In this episode, Tom shares his journey in the insurance industry, from humble beginnings to being a successful broker. It is clear that Tom has an exceptional view on life, as he constantly thanked others around him for his success. If you’re looking for a podcast that gives plenty of insight into how a successful broker approaches their work – and more importantly – remains a quality human being, check this out. We hope you enjoy this one.

    30 min
  3. Millsy & Mick Podcast #45 - Ben Church, GM Broker Distribution Allianz

    11 JUNE

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #45 - Ben Church, GM Broker Distribution Allianz

    Hi all, today we were very fortunate to have Ben Church, GM Broker Distribution from Allianz, to give us some insight into the machine that is Allianz. In this episode, Millsy and I deep dive into the successful performance of the portfolio with Allianz, including the different factors driving this growth. We also hear some exciting news about the farm product hopping on Sunrise later in the year, so if you haven’t heard it already, you heard it hear first. We finish with a blatant self promotion around the fun and benefits of the Ausure Camping Trip! We hope you enjoy this one.

    23 min

  4. 29 MAY

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #44 - Housekeeping

    Hi all, you didn’t ask, but we still listened to you anyway, and did a simple podcast with just Millsy and me.    In this episode, Millsy and I deep dive into what we’re seeing in the world of questionable endorsements.  This is Millsy’s sweet spot, and when you listen, you’ll understand why.   We get stuck into Underinsurance and how valuation tools are more readily available and more useful than ever before.    We talk about the impact of Flexi Hoses on Home claims, and what to look out for with social housing tenants with landlords.   Lastly, we let the frustrations out about the upcoming Informed Consent legislation. I’m pretty sure we are reading the “insurance room” fairly accurately here as well. We hope you enjoy this one.

    28 min

  5. 23 MAR

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #43 – Dan Cummins & Damien Cullen – SafetyCulture Care

    Hi all, we were lucky enough to have the estimable gents from SafetyCulture Care (formerly Mitti) come in and have a chat with us. In this episode, Millsy and I deep dive into what is happening in one of the most unique underwriting businesses in the industry, which says a lot given we’re in the Age of Underwriters right now! Dan and Damo give their honest take on how SafetyCulture Care have grown so large in such a little time, whilst maintaining a business model that treats brokers with an incredible level of service and respect. Dan is especially passionate about his baby, and shares his journey as the founder of a game changing business model. We shared a laugh or two and Millsy was nice enough to invite us into their “home” where the SafetyCulture team work. A bespoke building that needs to be seen to be believed. Dan and Damo have a great story here and given how busy they are, we were lucky to have them in the office. Click here for the podcast. We hope you enjoy this one.

    28 min

  6. 7 FEB

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #41 – Daniel Orrell, Steadfast Life

    Hi all, welcome to what will hopefully be a different type of year for our industry.  2024 took its’ toll and Millsy & I have a general plan to Make Insurance Fun Again. To kick it off, we are excited to announce we have brought Steadfast Life to the Ausure network.  In this episode, Daniel Orrell, Chief Distribution Officer from Steadfast Life, introduces himself and what his company is doing for SME clients around Australia.   We deep dive into the similarities and differences between our industries, and how our clients can benefit from having a life insurance specialist to provide advice on the products and risk management that we can’t.  It seems clear that with the changes in legislation for Income Protection, our clients are now in a position where both Personal Accident and Income Protection are relevant for them to look at.  We also talk about the multiple products Steadfast Life can offer, including a really good discussion about Employee Benefits and Group policies.  We spoke about changes that the Financial Planning industry has gone through over the last few years and how Steadfast Life has excelled in this time by providing a relevant service to busy SME clients while making the referral process simple and easy.

    35 min

  7. 18/12/2024

    Millsy & Mick Podcast # Podcast #40 - Scott McCarthy, CEO Ausure

    Hi all, for our final episode of the year, we thought we’d finish on a high and give you a proper star of the industry.  Unfortunately, they weren’t available…so we went even bigger!   In this episode, Millsy and I deep dive the year that was (still is…) 2024, with one of the sharpest minds in our industry.  Scott gives us his insights into how the year looked for him and what he saw happening for our reps and the industry.  We get some crystal ball action from Scott, with what he thinks is in store for 2025, and we also ruminate on what positive things we can do to close this year out and be ready to open up a new one. Thank you everyone for your support this year, Millsy and I have really enjoyed this little project.  Stay tuned for something bigger and better next year.

    34 min

  8. 19/09/2024

    Millsy & Mick Podcast #39 – Jono Edwards – Point Insurance

    Hi all, in this episode we have the person with the best laugh in the industry…the estimable Jono Edwards from Point Insurance. In this episode, we get straight into everything Accident & Health.  Jono discusses Points unique approach to Agreed Values, and their benefits to the client and the brokers.  We also talk about how the change in financial planning legislation has led to a great opening for clients and brokers to have an insurance product provided that is relevant for them.  We also deep dive into the benefits of providing more advice to clients via Accident & Health, especially for the micro SME and SME market. If Jono’s passion about helping clients and brokers doesn’t catch you, then his infectious laughter certainly will! We hope you enjoy this one.

    36 min
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Calling all Insurance Brokers! Are you over Webinars? Over formal presentations? We certainly are! So we've decided to do something about it. We've started our very own podcast so we can dive deep into insurance industry topics and issues, affecting us all. Speakers: Mick O'Bree - General Manger of Operations, Ausure John Mills - Broking Manager, Ausure About Ausure - Ausure is one of Australia’s largest insurance groups, offering flexible solutions to brokerages nationally. Estimated 80,000 clients, $400m Gross Written Premium, with more than $10 billion of clients assets protected.

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