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Workplace Audio MP3 Files

10/05/07 - This interview is with John Haynes, Regional Vice President, Columbian Financial Group.

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media player bar below to start the podcast.

Today’s subject matter explores a unique marketing program that revisits one of this countries original worksite marketing programs.  Good old U.S. Savings Bonds. Yes… Saving Bonds have been a part of the American fabric for over 60 years.  This turnkey program is embraced by HR Directors and employee alike and taps into the much need concept of reversing our countries declining savings trend with a secure, systematic, patriotic savings opportunity.  Bonds create a lasting legacy for children and grandkids… especially if used for education. Commissions... are generated by a companion life insurance component.

John H. Haynes, CES
Columbian Financial Group
Regional Vice President
800-347-0960 ext 351

jhaynes@ftlife.com

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10/05/07 - This interview is with Mark Gebhardt, President, eHealth Companion

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Selling and closing new accounts is all about relationships. Are you ready to re-energize your prospecting, open more doors and close more sales?

eHealth Companion can be the best relationship building tool you’ll ever use.

100% of corporate groups are interested in two things, getting more control of spiraling healthcare costs and wellness and prevention. Begin talking in these terms, offer an intelligent solution and you’ve got a new customer and new relationship from which to offer your worksite products and services.

To learn more about eHealth Companion and how you can leverage this powerful tool call Mark Gebhardt in Orlando, FL at 407.324.3921

Mark D. Gebhardt
eHealth Companion
PO Box 953279
Lake Mary, FL 32795
mgebhardt@aigilis.com
407.324.3921

www.eHealthCompanion.com


09/25/07

Sean A Seale, Chief Executive Officer, EE Travel Benefits, Inc.

Today’s subject matter involves revolutionary corporate and personal travel program that allow executives and employees access to deeply discounted travel prices and other exclusive travel benefits, and can be marketed through brokers as an employee benefit.

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media player bar below to start the podcast.

Articles and Links

EE Travel Benefits, Inc.
Sean A Seale
Chief Executive Officer
P:888-855-6042 F: 888-855-6043
E-Mail:
ceo@eetravelbenefits.com
Web: http://www.eetravelbenefits.com 

 

Read EETravel FAQ


09/11/07 -

Jim Ouimet, EVP Sales, Flex Financial Software.

Today’s subject matter involves is "What is Flex Credit Union?"

With Flex, an insurance company can offer any or all of their products, provide an advice network for members, and enable the completion and submission of the application online, or have it completed through the advice network if they prefer. Flex is the complete sales process online, from sales promotion, to education, advice, and enrollment.

Articles and Links

Jim Ouimet, MBA, CES
EVP Sales Flex Financial Software
215-862-3080
jim@flexfs.com

 


09/05/07 - Rob J Thurston, President, HR Consulting Group.

Today’s subject matter involves Healthcare Reform, including;

  • Why President Bush’s Health Care Proposal will be  “Dead in the Water”
  • What could be an alarming trend to cap and tax employer provided benefits.
  • Why Individual medical insurance has too many State Mandated limits and will be too expensive for many individuals; even with a tax credit...
  • What will work for Health Care?
  • Predictions
  • What Needs to Change

Articles and Links
 

Rob J Thurston
President
HRCG
(888) 438 9445

hrcg@relia.net


08/27/07 - Bill Lachapelle, Marketing Representative for Oxford Life.

Today’s subject matter involves the sales and marketing of Stand Alone Critical Illness Health Plans.

 

Research Links:

Review Brochure
William L. Lachapelle
,
Worksite Marketing Director,
Oxford Life,
480-488-4501
877-344-4555
 wlach@cox.net     


07/10/07 - Fred Townsend of SAGE Scholars.

Today’s subject matter involves an education funding and information provider specializing in college savings and tuition planning. SAGE uniquely brings together scholarships, student loans, 529s and other investments, college search and cost calculators to help families and financial professionals plan for college expenses.

 

Research Links:
Fred Townsend
Sage Scholars
203-879-2009 
ftownsend@snet.net
 


06/18/07 - Bill Lachapelle, President of the National Small Business Association.

Today’s subject matter involves a “New Strategy” and “Association Platform” to help you to be more effective in marketing to small businesses.

 

Research Links:
Bill Lachapelle
The National Small Business Association
866-800-3416
nsbainfo@cox.net

www.nsba.net

NSBA PowerPoint Presentation


06/18/07 - Jordan Nadel, President, Falcon Technologies, Inc.

Today’s subject matter involves enrollment software for insurance and other financial services companies

 

Research Links:
Falcon Technologies, Inc.
610-977-7500
www.falctech.com

View PDF Brochure
View PowerPoint Presentation


05/31/07 - Simon D. Reynolds, Chief Executive Officer, Genesis Travel Benefits, Inc.

Today’s subject matter involves offering your employer accounts a method for their employees to book all-inclusive vacations and make easy, affordable payments through direct payroll deductions.

 

Research Links:

Genesis Travel Benefits, Inc.
Direct Line: (561) 865-9492
Toll Free: (877) 333-9009
www.genesistravelbenefits.com

 

05/18/07 - George Conmy, Executive Vice President of Sales, Purchasing Power. "Payroll Deducted Computer Purchases"

The subject matter involves a unique employee benefit program that provides employees with a convenient and affordable way to purchase quality, name-brand personal computer bundles and related products and services, regardless of credit status and with the convenience of payroll deduction.

 


05/11/06 - Greg Schlatter, President of miQuotes.com. The subject matter is “Automating Enrollments When You Don’t Have Face-to-Face Access To The Employees.” The 10-minute interview discusses the concept of setting up a totally automated Internet enrollment platform when you are unable to have any face-to-face contact with the employees.
 

 

 

05/04/07 - Wayne Goshkarian, President of EZMeds USA, Patient Assistance Programs. The 10-minute interview discusses Patient Assistance Programs, an area that overlaps Workplace Benefits and could offer a marketing opportunity for those so inclined.

 

 

04/27/07 - Jack Kwicien, Managing Partner,  DAYMARK Advisors, Voluntary Benefits: Getting In The Game - The 10-minute interview discusses the options for a broker to enter the voluntary benefits marketplace. There is also a PowerPoint presentation that Jack has made available.

 


View PowerPoint Slides

 

12/27/06 - Walter B. Podgurski, CLU, CES, Workplace Benefits Association - An overview of the integrated benefits solution through a master plan that involves a standardized employer guide and checklist.

 


View / Print Text of Audio

 

Downloading the MP3 File.

Step 1 is downloading your MP3 file to your desktop. You do this through a Right click on the icon and when the dialogue box pops up, you choose the (save target as...) option.

You would then choose the the directory you want the MP3 file saved to and click the save button. The file name will already be in the file name line, for example, ( in121106.mp3 ).

Step 2 begins after you have saved the file to your desktop. You can use your Explorer or other file manager program to either play the file with a program such as Windows media player, transfer it to your MP3 device, or burn it to a CD just as you would any other file.

Note: If you are burning it to a CD, be sure to select the option for creating a music CD, not a data CD.

Helpful Hint: You can burn multiple presentations to a CD for listening in your car, etc.

 

 
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Walt Podgurski, CLU, CES, Chairman & CEO walt@insurancebroadcasting.com
Tedd Isham, Communications Consultant tedd@insurancebroadcasting.com
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