9 episodes

Gain practical insights for safeguarding your restaurant's financial health and profitability on the Self Insurance Podcast. Hosted by Kaya Stanley, seasoned attorney and CEO of CRMBC, this series features insightful discussions with industry leaders and experienced operators. Learn how to navigate work comp challenges, optimize insurance strategies, and implement best practices from top performers and advisors in the restaurant industry. Success leaves clues, and this podcast is designed to uncover them for you.

Self-Insurance Podcast with Kaya Stanley Kaya Stanley

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Gain practical insights for safeguarding your restaurant's financial health and profitability on the Self Insurance Podcast. Hosted by Kaya Stanley, seasoned attorney and CEO of CRMBC, this series features insightful discussions with industry leaders and experienced operators. Learn how to navigate work comp challenges, optimize insurance strategies, and implement best practices from top performers and advisors in the restaurant industry. Success leaves clues, and this podcast is designed to uncover them for you.

    Mastering Market Shifts: Alliant's Chad Hoxie on Navigating Self-Insurance in the Restaurant Industry

    Mastering Market Shifts: Alliant's Chad Hoxie on Navigating Self-Insurance in the Restaurant Industry

    Join us on "The Self-Insurance Podcast" as Kaya Stanley, CEO of CRMBC, hosts Chad Hoxie, Executive Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services, for an enlightening discussion on the shifting dynamics of workers' compensation and insurance market trends in California. 

    In this episode, Chad shares his comprehensive experience from various sectors of the insurance industry, providing unique insights into the formation and evolution of self-insured groups. Learn how past market conditions have shaped current practices and what potential changes could mean for restaurant operators. 

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in or considering self-insurance in the restaurant industry, offering expert analysis and valuable perspectives on maintaining stability in a fluctuating market.
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    • 17 min
    Cultivating Care: Selwyn Yosslowitz on Building an Employee-Centric Culture at Marmalade Cafe

    Cultivating Care: Selwyn Yosslowitz on Building an Employee-Centric Culture at Marmalade Cafe

    Join Kaya Stanley, CEO of CRMBC, on the Self Insurance Podcast as she discusses the benefits of self-insurance in the restaurant industry with Selwyn Yosslowitz, founder of Marmalade Cafe and a CRMBC board member. 

    Discover how prioritizing employee welfare and fostering a family-like work culture can significantly reduce workers' compensation claims and boost business success. Selwyn shares insights from his extensive experience, revealing how an employee-centric approach has been crucial for Marmalade Cafe. He offers practical advice on managing workers' comp and creating a supportive work environment.
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    • 14 min
    From Regulation to Reality: Unpacking Self-Insurance with Jon Wroten

    From Regulation to Reality: Unpacking Self-Insurance with Jon Wroten

    In this episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast, host Kaya Stanley sits down with Jon Wroten, a seasoned expert in self-insurance and Senior Vice President at the PATH Alliance. With a rich background that includes roles such as the former Chief of the Office of Self-Insured Programs for the State of California, John shares his deep insights into the world of self-insurance. They discuss self-insurance groups' structure, benefits, and misconceptions, focusing on how such frameworks can provide substantial advantages for businesses, particularly in the California restaurant industry. The conversation also touches on the financial and operational control that self-insurance offers, making it a strategic choice for managing workers' compensation and enhancing business resilience.
    Please visit CRMBC for our latest news.
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    And connect with CEO Kaya Stanley on LinkedIn.

    • 19 min
    Catalyzing Collective Control: Ruben Medina on How Group Self-Insurance Transforms Risk Management

    Catalyzing Collective Control: Ruben Medina on How Group Self-Insurance Transforms Risk Management

    In this insightful episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast, Ruben Medina, a seasoned insurance specialist with over three decades of experience, shares invaluable advice for restaurant owners and brokers navigating the complexities of workers' compensation in California. 

    Medina discusses the substantial benefits of group self-insurance, emphasizing its potential for significant cost savings and enhanced control over insurance outcomes. 

    He advocates for self-insurance as a strategic choice that enables businesses to manage risks collectively with like-minded partners, ensuring stability and financial benefits. 

    This podcast is a must-listen for those in the hospitality industry looking to make informed decisions about managing their workers' compensation needs more effectively.
    Please visit CRMBC for our latest news.
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    And connect with CEO Kaya Stanley on LinkedIn.

    • 21 min
    The PAGA Predicament: Strategies to Protect Your Business With Michael Adreani

    The PAGA Predicament: Strategies to Protect Your Business With Michael Adreani

    Welcome to The Self Insurance Podcast, presented by CRMBC. This episode highlights the critical aspects of self-insurance for California's restaurant industry. 

    This episode interviews Michael Adreani, a seasoned partner at Roxborough, Pomerance, Nye & Adreani, LLP. With a career dedicated to employment law and specializing in navigating workers' compensation disputes, Michael offers a deep dive into the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), which has significant implications for restaurant owners in California. 

    He unravels PAGA's original intent and current challenges and provides strategic advice for businesses seeking to safeguard against its potential pitfalls. Tune in for a focused exploration of PAGA and how it affects the restaurant industry, delivering actionable insights for self-insured entities looking to thrive within California's complex legal environment.
    Please visit CRMBC for our latest news.
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    And connect with CEO Kaya Stanley on LinkedIn.

    • 16 min
    Insuring Success: Hub International's Mike Der Manouel on Self-Insurance in the Restaurant Industry

    Insuring Success: Hub International's Mike Der Manouel on Self-Insurance in the Restaurant Industry

    Listen to "The Self-Insurance Podcast" featuring Mike Der Manouel, Regional President of Hub International in Central California. Starting his career at Lloyd's of London, Mike has accumulated years of experience in the insurance industry, focusing on strategies that benefit restaurant owners. 

    In this episode, we discuss the advantages of alternative insurance solutions, the role of self-insurance groups like CRMBC, and future worker compensation trends. This conversation is aimed at restaurant owners seeking to understand their insurance options, brokers interested in exploring self-insurance, and anyone looking to gain insight into insurance challenges and opportunities within the restaurant industry.
    Please visit CRMBC for our latest news.
    Follow us on LinkedIn for content highlights.
    See the latest videos on YouTube to see us in action.
    And connect with CEO Kaya Stanley on LinkedIn.

    • 19 min

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