Insurance Town
Welcome to Insurance Town! Your host is the Mayor of Insurance Town, Heath Shearon. After many years in different parts of the insurance world, Heath wants to share his experience with you. Join in on conversations with Heath and many of the friends he's made along the way. Insurance Town is a production of Insurance Town LLC! Find more info at http/://www.Insurancetownpodcast.com Music: "Mornin, Noon, and Nite" by Daddy Long Legs
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How to stop being overlooked! (warning this one is High Octane)
<p>In this episode of Insurance Town, the Mayor sits down with his good friend, Emily Merola. Emily Merola is an executive presence expert, speaker, and founder of The Blazer Society who helps leaders go from overlooked to unmistakable. Through her work in Image + Impact and identity-first leadership, Emily equips leaders to bridge the gap between who they are and how they lead so they communicate with clarity, step into alignment, and own every room they enter. With more than 20 years of executive leadership experience and as a Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, Emily has influenced over 10,000 professionals...
From SEO to GEO: Navigating the Marketing and Search optimization game!
<p><b>The Future of AI in Marketing & Insurance: Insights with Cameron Laboudi</b></p><p>In this week's episode, the Mayor Heath Shearon sits down with Cameron LiButti of BidView Marketing. These two dive into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in reshaping marketing strategies and customer engagement, particularly within the insurance industry. They explore practical advice and emerging trends, offering listeners insights on how to adapt and thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape. Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming marketing strategies, SEO, and customer engagement, especially within the insurance industry. Cameron Libutti shares practical advice, emerging trends, and...
The “hold my beer” of insurance !
<p><br>This week in Insurance town the Mayor sits down with Sarah Koolhof, a dynamic insurance professional whose journey spans theater, rugby, and underwriting. Discover how embracing discomfort and versatility has shaped her career and passion for relationship-driven insurance work. She has been with Commonwealth Undewriters for a dozen years and not going anywhere any time soon, She loves her team and her clients. I loved this conversation and I think you will too.</p><p>In this episode:</p>Sarah's unexpected transition from theater major to insurance underwriterHow rugby taught her resilience and the value of teamworkThe importance o...
The Lazy River Files!
<p>In this episode, we are doing something a little different. Casey Nelson and I hosted an open call live one day and we called it the lazy river. WE wanted to invite people to "float in and hang out ad float out. Ive provided a few clips here for you guys to check out. WE will release the whole 2 hours some day soon... but for now this clip is about authentic leadership, engaging communication, and innovative work practices that can transform organizations. Whether you're speaking on stage, building relationships, or managing teams remotely, these insights provide practical strategies to...
AI in your business!!
<p>In this weeks episode, release my virtual course in Bob Dietrich and Pamela Dunn's virtual program called "Unlease AI in your Business" that released this week. </p><p>Hope you enjoy it. Let me know what you think... </p><p>Sponsored by:<br>Smart Choice<br>Canopy Connect<br>MAV</p>
What should you be paying attention to in 2026?
<p>In this week episode, Heath Shearon and Casey Nelson discuss the importance of standardizing processes in agencies, the impact of AI on business, and the potential societal reset from reducing screen time. They explore the challenges of implementing consistent procedures, the role of AI in modern companies, and the cultural shift towards more face-to-face interactions. The conversation also touches on the hypothetical scenario of shutting down the internet for six months and its potential effects on society. Additionally, they delve into personal anecdotes, the significance of setting goals, and the evolving landscape of the insurance industry.</p><p><br><...
Insurance Agency ownership looks a little different these days
<p>This week in Insurance Town I get to catch up with my old friend, and former colleague, Therese Potter of Envela. We have a fun conversation we get to catch up on what she has been up to all the hats she currently wears, from teaching Tai Chi to selling Insurance and everything in between, and she is able to do all that, because of the culture and technology over at Envela. </p><p>Check it out, and let me know what ya think...</p><p>Sponsors:<br>Smart Choice-Go to Smartchoiceagents.com <br>Canopy Connect- Usecanopy.com/heath<br...
Fair creates new opportunities and revenue streams for your agency!
<p>In this episode of the Insurance Town Podcast, I sit down with Clint Houke for a wide ranging, high trust conversation to kick off the new year the right way. This is one of those talks that feels like two industry vets standing at the whiteboard, talking honestly about what is working, what is changing, and where the real opportunities are.</p><p>Clint and I dig into the trends he is seeing across the insurance landscape, especially around MGAs and why they continue to play such a critical role in today’s market. We talk about speed, specialization, an...
Out Of Service Keynote from IIANC
<p>HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Thank you so much for yet another amazing year in Insurance Town!! This weeks episode is a little different, No Guest. </p><p>This week i am releasing one of my keynote presentations from a conference I spoke at this year, IIANC, thank you to my friend AUBE KNIGHT and his amazing staff in North Carolina for hosting me and helping me to learn and grow in a big way!! THAT CONFERENCE HAD a major impact on my life personally and Professionally!! </p><p>This is my keynote, OUT OF SERVICE, I hope you enjoy! </p><...
Let's talk about influence!!
<p>In this episode of Insurance Town, the Mayor sits down with Brian Ahearn to unpack the difference between social media influence and true leadership influence, while also sharing a meaningful conversation around faith, family, and the responsibility that comes with leading well. Brian reflects on how becoming a grandfather has reshaped how he thinks about legacy, humility, and the kind of influence that truly matters, both at home and in leadership.</p><p>The conversation also dives into Brian’s new book, Influenced From Above, a business parable that blends leadership principles with faith driven purpose. Together, Brian and th...
