On this week’s episode, Matt McClure speaks with Devon Williams. He’s been a marketer with AmeriLife Marketing Group for more than 10 years and has seen first-hand how AMG helps agents grow their business. The two discuss some of the resources AMG provides to agents and the support that is available to help them thrive in the insurance world. -- To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
Guest: Dr. William Logan, National Medical Director, Carelon Health Palliative Care November is National Palliative Care Month. Seriously ill patients often juggle many doctor visits, complicated medication schedules, and care instructions. They also experience a range of emotions that comes with navigating complex condition management. Serious illness can also affect patients financially because it's common for people with these conditions to end up in the hospital or emergency room on multiple occasions. The goal of palliative care is to improve patient well-being and provide comprehensive, wrap-around support throughout their treatment journey. And when loved ones choose palliative care, caregivers also get the help they need to take better care of themselves. -- To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
On a new edition of AMG Academy, host Matt McClure speaks with Senior Marketing Director Joe Brandau of AmeriLife Marketing Group. The two discuss the Inflation Reduction Act and how it is impacting Medicare sales this year. There’s a lot of good in the bill, but perhaps some unintended consequences are making things more difficult for producers and marketers. -- To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
GUEST: Jenn Jones, VP of Government Affairs, AARP TOPIC: Each year the Social Security Administration announces the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for the upcoming year. Last week, leaders announced a 2.5% COLA for 2025. That is smaller than recent years – attributable to slowing inflation. COLA increases are meant to offset rising prices including food, gas and living expenses. This year, retirees on a fixed income have struggled to keep up with inflation and the 2025 COLA is expected to provide some relief. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
GUESTS: Jason Menzo, CEO of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, and Michelle Glaze, Director of professional outreach of Foundation Fighting Blindness (Michelle shares her own story about vision loss, as well). TOPIC: World Sight Day on Thursday, October 10, 2024, focuses the world’s attention on blindness and vision loss and the importance of eye care. To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Fighting Blindness invites individuals to share their unique experiences with blinding diseases through the social media campaign, #ShareYourVision. This year’s campaign celebrates the unique and diverse ways in which individuals experience vision loss. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
Guest: Debra Whitman, PhD, AARP’s Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer and former staff director for the Senate Special Committee on Aging In her groundbreaking new book, Debra Whitman provides a road map for navigating, and celebrating, the second half of life. A globally recognized expert on aging, Whitman shares insights on longevity, brain health, financial planning, work, housing, and the value of relationships and social engagement. Informed by Whitman’s unmatched expertise and her deep passion, The Second Fifty is an indispensable guide for living well in the 21st century whether you are approaching 50, into your later years or caring for someone who is. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
Bonus episode! Guest: Leigh Purvis, Prescription Drug Policy Principal, AARP Public Policy. A provision in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act will cap annual out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for people in Medicare prescription drug plans, beginning at $2,000 in January 2025. A new AARP report analyzes the number of enrollees that will benefit from the cap by state, age, gender, and race between 2025 and 2029. The findings indicate that Medicare drug plan enrollees who reach the new out-of-pocket cap will see average savings of roughly $1,100, or 56%, in 2025 for their prescription drugs. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
On a new edition of AMG Academy, Matt McClure welcomes Valentina Cervantes, Channel Development Director with Humana, to talk about the carrier’s Medicare Supplement Plan N. Valentina is a seasoned professional with a decade of experience in the Medicare market. She has held various roles within the market, including recruiting, training, and helping agents grow their business. For the past 3 years, Valentina has been a valuable member of the Humana team, currently serving as the Channel Development Director for Humana Medicare Supplement. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
On this episode, Matt McClure welcomes Kelly Rayburn from Medico to discuss a unique policy offering, short-term care (STC). Joined by AMG’s Barry Hensley, they will go over a brief history of the company, the products they offer and then go into detail on the STC plan. They will also cover the highlights of the product and how it stands out against the competition. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
This week, Matt welcomes Ken Brannigan, Chief Operating Officer of Senior Healthcare Solutions, and Amber Allen of AmeriLife Marketing Group. The three discuss how having the right partner can help your business grow. They’ll go in-depth on the services that AMG can provide and Ken will share how those resources helped him reach his goals. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel Follow Us on Facebook
This week, host Matt McClure speaks with special guest Demetri Simos, AVP of Sales for Guarantee Trust Life (GTL). They’ll discuss everything you need to know about GTL’s hospital indemnity policies and what sets them apart from the competition. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel
On this week's show, Matt McClure and AMG Principal Nick Hildenbrand discuss the importance of building your brand. From logos to slogans to online marketing, this wide-ranging discussion will cover the basics you need to know to make yourself stand out from the crowd in the insurance space. To Learn More and Contact Us: AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Full Episodes on our YouTube Channel
This week, Matt McClure speaks with AMG Principal Nick Hildenbrand about the journey from solo agent to agency. From recognizing the need for expansion to managing growth and challenges, they’ll cover all the steps along the way. Learn more and get in touch with us at AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Episodes on our YouTube Channel
On this first episode of the AMG Academy podcast, host Matt McClure speaks with Barry Hensley about the importance of hospital indemnity coverage. Who is an ideal client for this type of policy? What are some of the optional riders agents can offer? We go in-depth about everything you need to know in this wide-ranging conversation. Learn more and get in touch with us at AmeriLifeMarketingGroup.com Watch Episodes on our YouTube Channel