18-Minute Experts
by People Corporation
Latest episode
Episode 16: Reflecting on 2025 and the books that influenced us
Episode 16: Reflecting on 2025 and the books that influenced us
About this podcast
Welcome to 18-Minute Experts, a podcast for advisors and we’re talking group benefits. Join us as we tap into bite-sized stories, insights, and actionable advice from everyday experts that will empower and enrich you to do what you do best.
Episodes
- Episode 16: Reflecting on 2025 and the books that influenced us · 23 minIn the final episode of 18-Minute Experts for 2025, hosts Michael Kettner, Jeff Bremner, and Matthew Butters come together for an end-of-year conversation reflecting on the…
- Episode 15: Mastering Quebec’s group benefits for growth · 25 minIn this episode of 18 Minute Experts, host Jeff Bremner sits down with Benoit Dulong, Vice President of Brokerage Distribution at People Corporation in Quebec, for a deep dive…
- Episode 14: Rethinking generational assumptions in group benefits design · 20 minIn this episode of 18 Minute Experts, host Matthew Butters sits down with Taylor Valee, VP of Client Management at People Corporation, to explore a timely and thought-provoking…
- Episode 13: Breaking the ice on cross-border group benefits · 31 minIn this episode, Michael Kettner speaks with Ned Havern, President of Havern Benefit Strategies, to explore the often-overlooked world of cross-border group benefit plans…
- Episode 12: Helping employees reclaim purpose with better disability management · 26 minIn this episode, we’re diving into a topic that affects advisors, employers, and employees alike: disability management. Disability claims, both short-term and long-term, can be…
- Episode 11: Weight loss medications and plan design: Finding the right fit for your clients · 20 minOzempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs are gaining attention, and clients are asking more questions. For advisors and plan sponsors, the conversation is shifting from…
- Episode 10: Advising through change: How to support clients when the future feels unclear · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 10With a new federal government and rising global tensions, many Canadian businesses face uncertainty, and they’re turning to their advisors for support. In this bonus episode…
- Episode 9: How a smarter LTD plan design sets you apart as an advisor · 22 minAre you treating LTD as just another checkbox on the benefits plan? It’s time to rethink that. Disability is the biggest risk your clients face, and without the right coverage…
- Episode 8: Helping clients retire with confidence: What advisors need to know · 18 minKevin Sorhaitz, NVP, Actuarial & Investment Consulting at People Corporation, and our host, Michael Kettner, Senior Group Benefits Consultant at People Corporation dive into all…
- Episode 7 Part 2: Building your tech tool kit: Smart applications for group benefits advisors · 20 minWe're back with part 2 and Jeff, Michael, and Chris continue the conversation on tech. When it comes to AI and data centralization, the guys wrap up things on all the…
- Episode 7 Part 1: Building your tech tool kit: Smart applications for group benefits advisors · 17 minThis month, we sit down with Michael Wortsman of Bridgewell Financial, Chris Gory of Orchard Benefits and our host, Jeff Bremner to tackle the tech conundrum: how to choose the…
- Episode 6: Is your business sale-ready? Succession tips for a smooth transition · 20 minJoining us on the podcast this month, is Michael Macoun, VP Corporate Development at People Corporation. Mike gives us tips and tricks to consider when planning your exit…
- Episode 5: Honest Conversations: Building better connections with Indigenous communities · 23 minThis month, we sat down with our host, Michael Kettner and special guest, Leanne Flett, NVP, Indigenous Practice Leader to chat about building better connections with Indigenous…
- Episode 4: Unknown to unforgettable: Brand building tips for group benefits advisors · 22 minIs brand building top of mind for you as an advisor? This month, we sit down with two brand experts, Robin Bailey, Managing Partner of Aria Benefits and Hannah Gilmour, Brand…
- Episode 3 Part 2: Finding your ideal client · 12 minAnd we're back! Tune in for the wrap-up of "Finding your ideal client" with the triple MMM experts, Mike, Michael, and Mark.
- Episode 3 Part 1: Finding your ideal client · 13 minThis month, our host Michael sits down with Mark Etherington and Michael McClenahan to chat about finding your ideal client, why it’s important, and what can go wrong when you…
- Episode 2 Part 2: From competencies to culture: Exploring executive search tools with Karin Pooley · 17 minContinuing the conversation with Karin and Matt. "Listen, Listen, Listen. It's the key to recognizing who you're dealing with."
- Episode 2 Part 1: From competencies to culture: Exploring executive search tools with Karin Pooley · 13 minToday's expert Karin Pooley, VP of Senior Management of People First HR and Host, Matthew Butters take a deep dive into personality styles and different assessments that she and…
- Episode 1 Part 2: Getting over the hunger phase · 17 min · Season 1 Episode 2Welcome back to part 2 of episode 2! Dave and Sarah jump right back into the conversation.
- Episode 1 Part 1: Saying no to things that aren't your specialty · 14 min · Season 1 Episode 1And we're live! Welcome to 18-Minute Experts. Join us for a conversation with Dave Patriarche and Sarah Becker for a 2 part episode you won't want to miss!
