Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie

Julie Ward
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Join Julie, host of Connecting Women in Insurance LLC, and guests as we connect women across the insurance industry from the marketplace, contracting, adjusting, and mitigation. You'll find learning, sharing, and encouragement from this podcast. Each episode features the unique story of a woman's journey to success in the insurance industry. We'll reveal the diverse paths, experiences, and challenges that have shaped careers. Follow along wherever you get your podcasts or watch on Youtube.

  1. 2d ago

    Jenny Welu on How She Built Her Insurance Career: Leadership Lessons for Women

    In this episode, Julie sits down with Jenny Welu to discuss her career journey, the lessons she's learned along the way, and the advice she has for women building successful careers in the insurance industry. From overcoming challenges to embracing new opportunities, Jenny shares practical insights on leadership, professional growth, and the importance of supporting other women in the field. Whether you're just starting your insurance career or looking to take the next step, this conversation offers encouragement, inspiration, and actionable takeaways for every stage of your journey. 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/connectingwomenininsurance 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com

    Jenny Welu on How She Built Her Insurance Career: Leadership Lessons for Women

  2. Jun 24

    Erica Ostrander on Insurance Leadership and Professional Growth

    In this episode of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie, Julie sits down with Erica Ostrander, RPLU, Vice President of Markets & Franchise Success at We Insure, Executive Director of Independent Insurance Agents of Central Florida, and President of the Junior League of Greater Orlando. Erica shares her career journey, the importance of building strong relationships, and the lessons that have shaped her success in the insurance industry. She also offers valuable advice for professionals looking to grow their careers, lead with purpose, and make a meaningful impact both inside and outside the workplace. 👉 Connect with Erica on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericaostrander/ 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/connectingwomenininsurance 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com

    Erica Ostrander on Insurance Leadership and Professional Growth

  3. Jun 3

    Renee Coffman on Building Trust and Growing Your Insurance Career

    In this episode of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie, Renee Coffman, Agency Relationship Director at Vyrd, shares insights from her 12+ years in the insurance industry, discussing relationship building, leadership, and professional growth. Renee offers practical advice for women looking to advance their careers while navigating challenges, building trust, and creating lasting success in the industry. 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/connectingwomenininsurance 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com #podcast #womenininsurance #insuranceleadership

    Renee Coffman on Building Trust and Growing Your Insurance Career

  4. May 13

    Catherine Pollard on Leadership, Flood Insurance, and Career Growth

    In this episode of Connecting Women in Insurance, Julie sits down with Catherine Pollard — an executive leader with deep expertise in flood insurance, operations, and product development across the NFIP and Private Flood Insurance markets. Catherine shares practical advice for women working in insurance, along with insights on leadership, business growth, innovation, and navigating a rapidly changing industry. Whether you work in insurance, underwriting, flood, or InsurTech, this episode is full of valuable career and leadership takeaways. 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/connectingwomenininsurance 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com #Insurance #WomenInInsurance #FloodInsurance #NFIP #InsurTech #InsuranceLeadership #WomenInBusiness #InsurancePodcast

    Catherine Pollard on Leadership, Flood Insurance, and Career Growth

  5. Apr 15

    Sarah Sutton, InsurTech Leader, Shares Career and Life Advice

    In this episode, Julie sits down with Sarah Sutton, Chief Marketing Officer at Send. Sarah Sutton is Chief Marketing Officer at Send, the leading underwriting platform trusted by global insurers. An award-winning marketing leader with over 20 years’ experience in insurance and technology, she specializes in building high-impact marketing functions that drive growth and market leadership. Sarah is passionate about developing talent and actively mentors professionals, supporting the next generation of leaders in the industry. Tune in for real-world advice on navigating your career, making smarter moves, and building a life that works. Send is an insurtech platform that helps commercial insurers streamline and automate underwriting by connecting data, workflows, and decisions in one system. Check them out here: https://send.technology/ 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform: https://linktr.ee/connectingwomenininsurance 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com

    Sarah Sutton, InsurTech Leader, Shares Career and Life Advice

  6. Mar 25

    Cynthia DiVincenti, VP of Taurus Flood, Shares 40+ Years of Career Wisdom in Insurance

    With over four decades in flood insurance, Cynthia DiVincenti of Taurus Flood shares the lessons, leadership insights, and career advice that shaped her journey. It’s a candid conversation on growth, resilience, and what it takes to build a lasting career in the insurance industry. 👉 Learn more about Taurus Flood here: https://www.thinktaurus.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com

    Cynthia DiVincenti, VP of Taurus Flood, Shares 40+ Years of Career Wisdom in Insurance

  7. Mar 4

    Rita Lewis on Leadership, Resilience, and Thriving in Your Career

    For women who have built their careers in the demanding world of property insurance and claims, Rita Lewis’s story will feel familiar and encouraging. Julie sits down with Rita, Vice President of Operations at Accurate One, to talk about the path that shaped her leadership style, grounded in faith, family, and meaningful relationships. Rita shares how prioritizing mentorship, team motivation, and a culture of resilience has helped her lead high-performing claims teams through both everyday challenges and catastrophic events. It’s a thoughtful conversation about leadership, longevity in the industry, and the mindset that helps women not just endure the pressure of insurance, but truly succeed in it. Accurate One delivers modern claims solutions that combine licensed expertise, disciplined operations, and AI-enabled workflows to help carriers and TPAs move faster, without sacrificing accuracy, compliance, or control. Learn more about Accurate One here: https://accurateone.ai/ 👉 Connect with Rita on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-lewis-60a014232/ 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com

  8. Season 2 Trailer

    The New Season of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie

    🌷 Season 2 of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie is here! This leading insurance podcast highlights women in insurance who are advancing their careers, leading teams, and shaping the future of the insurance industry. Hosted by Julie Ward, each episode features candid conversations on insurance leadership, professional development, mentorship, and career growth in insurance. Whether you’re an adjuster, underwriter, broker, executive, or emerging leader, this show is designed to connect and encourage you. If you’re looking for insight, community, and real stories from women building influence in the insurance space, you’re in the right place. Subscribe for new episodes featuring: ✅ Women insurance leaders ✅ Career advancement strategies ✅ Insurance industry trends ✅ Mentorship and professional growth ✅ Executive leadership conversations Join the movement connecting women across the insurance industry! Follow along on Youtube and wherever you get your podcasts. 🔔 Subscribe to our Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@CWIIJ 📌 Bookmark on your favorite podcast platform 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-1a2b86326/ 👥 Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1529260104444589 📩 Contact: connectingwithjulie@gmail.com #WomenInInsurance #InsuranceLeadership #InsurancePodcast #CareerGrowth #InsuranceIndustry #ProfessionalDevelopment

    The New Season of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie
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Join Julie, host of Connecting Women in Insurance LLC, and guests as we connect women across the insurance industry from the marketplace, contracting, adjusting, and mitigation. You'll find learning, sharing, and encouragement from this podcast. Each episode features the unique story of a woman's journey to success in the insurance industry. We'll reveal the diverse paths, experiences, and challenges that have shaped careers. Follow along wherever you get your podcasts or watch on Youtube.

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