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InsHER Podcast is dedicated to celebrating and elevating women shaping the insurance industry. Hosted by Megan Bell, each episode features inspiring conversations with remarkable women who share their unique stories, insights, and advice. By highlighting diverse voices and experiences, the podcast fosters community, promotes leadership, and showcases the incredible impact women are making in the industry. Edited by Michael Landry.
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- 2 days ago21 min
Insurance With & On Purpose: Jamie Behymer on Talent and the Future of Insurance
In this episode, I interview Jamie Behymer, Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Young Agents at the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big "I"), to discuss the future of talent, leadership, and inclusion in the insurance industry. Jamie shares how her father's long career in insurance first introduced her to the profession and how that experience ultimately led her to a role dedicated to developing the next generation of industry leaders. We explore what she's seeing from today's young professionals, including their strong desire for purpose, community impact, and meaningful careers that challenge traditional perceptions of insurance. Our conversation also dives into the important work being done to create a more inclusive and accessible industry. Jamie shares insights from the Big "I"'s diversity initiatives, the growth of women in agency leadership and ownership, and the increasing momentum behind Women in Insurance programs across the country. We discuss the power of mentorship, the importance of building diverse talent pipelines, and why accessibility should be a priority for every organization. Drawing from her personal experience with her brother who has autism, Jamie offers a powerful vision for creating workplaces where more people feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed.
- 1 weeks ago23 min
Building Insurance for Real People: Monica Adwani on Understanding the Communities We Serve
In this episode, I interview Monica Adwani, who talks about unexpected career paths, entrepreneurship, and the importance of building an insurance industry that truly reflects the communities it serves. Monica shares how she found insurance by accident after losing her IT job, only to discover an industry that would ultimately shape her career. From learning insurance at the Liberty Mutual Research Institute for Safety to becoming a partner at BRC Insurance, Monica walks through the pivotal moments that led her to embrace innovation, technology, and a mission-driven approach to serving the Latino community. Our conversation also explores the future of insurance through the lens of people, both customers and employees. Monica challenges the industry to think beyond broad market segments and better understand the unique needs, preferences, and experiences of diverse populations. We discuss the ongoing talent shortage, the value of hiring for character and compassion, and why mentorship played such an important role in her own journey. Monica also shares the leadership lesson she wishes more organizations would embrace: that creating a more equitable workplace starts with paying attention to your people, investing in their growth, and making sure they feel seen, supported, and valued along the way.
- 2 weeks ago39 min
Too Much? No Such Thing: Cristina Varner on Passion and Ambition
In this episode, I interview Cristina Varner, SVP and Life Science Practice Leader – West Region at Lockton, for a candid conversation about advocacy, leadership, and what it really means for women to take up space in the workplace. Cristina shares her unexpected path into insurance after originally pursuing fashion merchandising, and how she became known as an “activist” for speaking up about equity and inclusivity. I admire her refusal to shrink herself to make others comfortable, and her belief that when women lead authentically and visibly, it creates a ripple effect for everyone around them. We also talk about the realities many women still face in corporate environments: feeling unsafe speaking up, navigating competition between women, and the emotional toll of constantly proving yourself. Cristina opens up about co-founding DEI and women’s initiatives, the resistance that can come with challenging the status quo, and why community and female friendships are critical in moments of burnout and self-doubt.
- 3 weeks ago39 min
Not A Regular Mom: Emma Corcoran on Designing a Career Aligned with What Matters Most
In this special Mother’s Day episode, I interview Emma Corcoran, Founder of EC Consulting LLC. We share an honest conversation about career growth, motherhood, and redefining success on your own terms. Emma shares how her insurance journey began through an internship at Selective Insurance and evolved into launching her own consulting business, a decision shaped not just by professional ambition, but by her desire to create a life with more intention, flexibility, and time with her daughters. I love Emma’s perspective that success can evolve through different seasons of life, and that choosing balance doesn’t mean choosing less. Together, we talk about the realities modern working parents face, from impossible school schedules and constant notifications to the pressure of feeling endlessly available. Emma opens up about the boundaries she’s created to protect what matters most, including keeping Fridays focused on family, and why organizations need to rethink outdated ideas around visibility and productivity if they truly want to support and retain talent. We also discuss resilience, leadership, and Emma’s belief that creating equity for women starts with fixing “the broken rung,” building transparent career paths, and creating stronger communities where women can support one another both personally and professionally.
- May 6, 202634 min
Opportunity by Design: Linda Liu on Building More Inclusive Pathways into Insurance
In this episode, I interview Linda Liu, CEO of LiftHERCareer. We talk about her unique career journey, starting as a receptionist in an insurance agency to working in IT consulting, global education, and ultimately founding LiftHER Career. Each chapter of Linda’s career built toward a clear purpose: helping young people, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, successfully navigate the transition from college to career. Through her Grad2Hire program, Linda is tackling one of the biggest gaps we see in the insurance industry: connecting early talent to real opportunities, particularly in insurance and risk management. We also get into the realities behind that transition, the confidence gaps, the networking challenges, and why so many graduates, especially women, find themselves underemployed. Linda shares how her program takes a more holistic approach, combining practical skills, career exposure, and real-world experience to help participants build momentum. It’s an honest conversation about what’s working, what’s missing, and what our industry can do differently, including her call for organizations to get involved and rethink how we bring the next generation into insurance.
- Apr 30, 202649 min
InsHER x The Normal Mess - LIVE Recording April 16, 2026
This special episode was recorded live in New York City as the opening to Women at the Top: Reaching the Apex in Work and Life, presented by Tyson & Mendes’ Women’s Initiative. In collaboration with InsHER, National Managing Partner Cayce Lynch and Partner, Head of Growth & Client Engagement Ashley Fetyko (both of Tyson & Mendes), and hosts of The Normal Mess, graciously invited me to help kick off the event with a dynamic, live conversation. Together, we explored what it really means to find your voice, take up space, and uplift others along the way. It set the tone for an incredible day, one grounded in honesty, connection, and the power of women showing up fully, both in work and in life.
- Apr 29, 202633 min
Evolving Insurance Together: Legia & Lukas Oswald on Their Mother-Son Partnership
In this episode, I had the chance to do something a little different, and really special, by hosting my first-ever mother-son conversation with Legia and Lukas Oswald. Legia, founder and CEO of Out of Pocket EXP, has spent years in the insurance and temporary housing space, and together with her son Lukas, they’ve built a business focused on improving how additional living expense claims are handled. Hearing how Legia was introduced to the industry and ultimately co-founded a company with her son was such a full-circle story rooted in real frustrations, real experiences, and a genuine desire to make things better for adjusters and the families they serve. What I loved most about this conversation was the mutual respect for one another’s strengths. Legia brings deep industry experience and a strong customer-first mindset, while Lukas adds a fresh perspective shaped by technology, product thinking, and a younger voice in the industry. Together, they challenge each other, learn from each other, and lead in a way that’s grounded in trust, respect, and open communication. We talked about what it’s like to build a business as a family, the leadership lessons they’ve learned along the way, and why the future of insurance depends on bringing together experience and new perspectives.
- Apr 22, 202618 min
The Cost of Menopause: Maria Trapenasso on Supporting the Talent We Can’t Afford to Lose
In this episode, I interview Maria Trapenasso, SVP and National Practice Leader of Talent Solutions at NFP, whose career journey brings such a unique and important perspective to our industry. Maria started in HR before transitioning into insurance sales, even earning her health and life license so she could work directly with individuals. Her dual lens, understanding both employee needs and business priorities, really shapes how she shows up today. What stood out to me right away is how deeply she understands the gap that can exist between what companies think employees need and what they’re actually experiencing in real life. Our conversation focused on menopause in the workplace. Maria shared eye-opening insights on how this natural life stage is impacting productivity, retention, and, importantly, some of the most experienced women in the workforce. We talked about how often organizations overlook this entirely, despite the very real business implications, and why it’s time to approach it not just as a personal issue, but as a workforce strategy. I appreciated how practical Maria was, from creating safe spaces for employees to have a voice, to educating managers, to building policies that actually reflect the realities of a multi-generational workforce.
About InsHER
InsHER Podcast is dedicated to celebrating and elevating women shaping the insurance industry. Hosted by Megan Bell, each episode features inspiring conversations with remarkable women who share their unique stories, insights, and advice. By highlighting diverse voices and experiences, the podcast fosters community, promotes leadership, and showcases the incredible impact women are making in the industry. Edited by Michael Landry.
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