Midway Business Podcast
Midway Business Podcast
The Midway Business Podcast helps small and midsize businesses win their battles—against a shifting marketplace, rising costs, and everyday chaos. Hosted by Butch Zemar, CEO of Elite Benefits of America, each episode shares practical, no-fluff conversations with entrepreneurs and industry experts—from adapting to market shifts to decoding the often-confusing world of health insurance (without the usual boring jargon).
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Medicare Planning with Jason Denniston, MedicareIndy.com 30.09.2021 32:02
Medicare is complex and guidances is always helpful. Leveraging an industry professional will save time and money. Jason Denniston form MedicareIndy.com walks us through just that. Jason shares experience with claims and ACA transitions Passion for the industry Planning for the Medicare annual open enrollment To reach out to Jason, please visit MedicareIndy.com or email at Jason@medicareindy.com...
Protect Your Business - Interview with ”Chip” De Preter, Intellectual Property Attorney | Patents, Trademarks and More! 23.09.2021 33:28
Businesses need to protect what is theirs. Copyrights and Trademarks are a good thing for businesses. Chip fills us in on the ins and outs of some of these protections. We even made it fun to talk about some Trademarks that did not make it through the registration process. There are many that do. Listen in and find out how to protect your property as you grow your business. To reach out to Ch...
Tips For Employers and Brokers | Interview with Paul Aemisegeo at Payrollmart.com | The PEO Exit 09.09.2021 37:39
Employers and insurance brokers are always looking for a cutting-edge for the employee benefits programs. Listen in to the interview with Paul Aemisegeo as he discusses The PEO Exit. These tips need to be written down now! Human Capital Management Broker-driven products are favored by employers Why go to PEO's The PEO Exit Discovery questions of the process Connect with Paul on LinkedIn . Please v...
What is a Successful Benefits Renewal for Your Company? | Case Study with Real Savings! | Commission Disclosures 02.09.2021 22:51
Benefits renewal season is here! Grab your coffee, a pen, and a notepad and jot down these notes. Get ahead of the curve for your open enrollment. Mid-year renewal case study How to calculate your risk Give the power back to the employees with their benefits Cost control measures for the CFO/Owners What is a Successful Benefits Renewal? Options for employers of different sizes Challenging the rene...
David Blake Presents The Flip Flop Philosopher | Innovate Like a Rock Star 20.08.2021 20:04
David Blake is a great friend of many and the admired originator of the Flip Flop Philosophy(R). David uses this to inspire and make an impact on others with his coaching, retreats, and events. Take your passions and talents and use them to achieve success. Listen in... Guy falls in a hole: lessons from 6 feet under The shocking medical story, recovery, and beating the odds Innovate Like a Rockst...
Chris Johnson and His Passion, Love For People and His Family | Must Hear Insurance Updates! 13.08.2021 25:49
Feel the energy when Chris speaks about passion and love for people, especially his family. Do not miss this episode! What drives success and fulfillment is right here. Stay tuned until the end for must-hear insurance updates! Preview from Chris: Love people, love yourself Entreprenuership: Cantaloupe stands Passion for changing peoples lives Serve and help other people Giving back through centers...
Who is Butch Zemar? | Scuba, The Navy, and Family! 05.08.2021 15:11
The number one request for a podcast is who is Butch Zemar… Here it is. Butch takes a walk down memory lane as well as shares some of his personal and professional life. Don’t miss this one! Hear some scuba adventures Bringing back the Navy days! How the ScubaButch brand was born The hockey life Family life (Much appreciation goes to Butch’s wife!) And much more… Listen in now! For more informati...
What Is Your Company's Employee Benefits Score? | Have a Better Renewal Process 30.07.2021 17:48
Most employers, CFOs, and HR professionals dread the employee benefits renewal. It's painful! But it doesn't have to be. Find out how you score with your Employee Benefits Scorecard now! In this episode: Scorecard evaluation areas Strategic Planning & Design Healthcare Costs & Funding Leveraging Technology Compliance Issues Avoid your typical renewal Simplify the process Leverage new plans that...
Grow Your Business with LinkedIn | Navy Veteran Tracy Enos Shares Her Expert Insights on LinkedIn 22.07.2021 29:42
Tracy Enos was top of her class in the US Navy. She brings the same level of enthusiasm and expertise to businesses leveraging the power of LinkedIn. Bring your LinkedIn to the top of the class. Professional profiles Boost your exposure with the Featured section Be the solution to your prospects/client's problems LinkedIn tips you must here now! Connect with Tracy Enos on LinkedIn . Get the lates...
Control Healthcare Claims and Reverse the Trend | Interview with Ben Krambeck at Claim Doc 15.07.2021 21:10
In this episode, Ben Krambeck from Claim Doc shares some insight in reversing the healthcare trend through claims. Find out how your traditional employer-sponsored health plan is driving healthcare costs up! Is a better way? Listen to this podcast and start saving! Claims are soaring after the Affordable Care Act (ACA) The fully insured plans blindside employers at the renewal Network discounts a...
Rewind to 2020: Insights From the Experts -Tips that will save you $1,000's 09.07.2021 15:45
Eric Wilson joins in on the Insights From the Experts on a variety of topics that will save you thousands of dollars. Listen to this now and start savings: Claim expenses Telemedicine Pricing transparency Match the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) to the Provider Invoice Worldwide Mail order for prescription drugs Eric Wilson can be reached at iSellHealth.com or 815-372-1363. For more information on...
Health Insurance Landscape - What are your options? 01.07.2021 23:17
In this episode, I go through your options as an individual or family responsible for your own health insurance. Even some small group options. Health Insurance vs. Healthcare Break free from the handcuffs of the employer - Entrepreneurial Health Insurance vs. other insurance products we buy Cash payments to providers Options for those paying their own health insurance On-exchange vs. off-exchange...
Create Business Superfans | Interview with Frederick Dudek 24.06.2021 22:23
Creating a fan base can be challenging for businesses. Frederick Dudek walks us through the steps he takes his executive clients through to align the key components to create Business Superfans! In this episode we talk about: The 3 components that drive business Client retention methodology Being creative when reaching out to prospects and customers/clients Working a co-marketing strategy that b...
Employment Law Topics with Laura Balson, Managing Partner of the Chicago office at Constangy 17.06.2021 26:02
Laura Balson with Constangy discusses what employers should be looking at as we have employees return to work, vaccinated or not. Check it out here! What to do when your employees return to work CDC VS OSHA? Steps employers should go through with covid and their employees 1099 vs W2 with employees returning to work Noncompetes for previous employees Find a good attorney to fit your needs and bu...
Global Connector and No. 1 Best-Selling Author Justin Breen Interview | Group Health Renewal Update by Butch Zemar 11.06.2021 20:13
Justin Breen talks us through solving the problem that annoyed him for years being a public relations specialist to create a formula for a successful global company. Simplify and see the patterns that work At the highest level, there is no competition Live in abundance For more information on Justin Breen, visit him on LinkedIn or visit BrEpicLLC.com Group Health Renewal Update by Butch Zemar G...
Keep On Pushing with Devon Harris, Three-Time Olympian and Bestselling Author of Keep on Pushing 04.06.2021 28:24
In this episode, we interview Devon Harris, retired military, former Three-Time Olympian, and one of the original team members of Jamacia's first Olympian Bobsled team. Devon shares his insights on: No task is too difficult, no obstacle is too great The power of visualization The 5 P's to Keep On Pushing The scoreboard does not always show the wins The Keep On Pushing Foundation And much more......
Win Business With a Personal Brand and A Major League Mindset with Andy Neary 27.05.2021 21:10
Having the right mindset is everything. Andy Neary shares his insight in branding and storytelling to win all the business you want. In this episode, Andy shares: Tying the right mindset to the right marketing strategies Shift to storytelling about your prospect and less about you Keep the focus on the prospect to avoid failure Be the superhero Building a story framework For more information, vis...
Covid-19 virus: Health Insurance Options, a conversation with the specialists - March 2020 25.05.2021 41:08
Recording from March 2020 There is a lot going on with the Covid-19 virus. Employers are looking for help managing health insurance while letting employees go. Employees are going crazy because they could lose their job if they haven't already. Then figuring out health insurance on top of it. Look no further. Health Insurance Specialists, Eric Wilson, Jason Denniston, and Butch Zemar walk through...
Make More Sales With The Brand Trifecta - Interview with Kate DiLeo 21.05.2021 26:15
Want to increase your sales with ease? Kate DiLeo shares her insight into how she built a million-dollar pipeline. Catch it all on this episode! Meet Kate, the "Accidental brand strategist" Get your $1 Million pipeline A better, simpler way to generate sales Deeply resonate with your prospects Discover the Brand Trifecta Get your own Ennobble playbook with Kate! For more information, please visit...
Is a PEO Right for your company? | Interview with John Valle, TandemHR 13.05.2021 33:22
John Valle of TandemHR shares his 26 years of experience in the PEO industry. Is a PEO right for your company? Is it a good fit now? Listen in and find out! What struggles do businesses have in HR/benefits admin, payroll Dealing with the shift of how work is being done remotely When is it good to have a PEO When is it not good to have a PEO Keep your insurance broker - work with a broker-friendly...
Interview with Steve Fretzin | Be That Lawyer | Be Successful in the Ever Changing World 04.05.2021 21:53
Are you a lawyer or business owner that wants to take their business to the next level without selling? Reach your full potential with some of these tips discussed with special guest Steve Fretzin! Discover Sales-free Selling Dive into Fretzin's 3 P's to hit your targets Journal your way to success Adapting to new opportunities They did not teach you this stuff in law school Check out more about S...
Early Planning | Stay in Compliance to Avoid Penalties | Interview with Chad Granger with PrimePay 30.04.2021 34:25
Early planning for the renewal is key to stay ahead. There are always things to chip away to make the benefits program better. At the same time, save money on premium and avoid compliance issues that could cost the business 10's thousands of dollars. Case Study - Savings of 20%! Evaluating time spent in planning Write out goals and issues to help with planning Review with your broker now Give us...
Have a Champion Mind - Interview with Former Olympic Cyclist and Cornerman, Dr. Jeff Spencer 21.04.2021 29:45
We all want to climb the ladder to the promised land. How do you stay Goal Focused to avoid the traditional roadblocks and keep an eye out for your blind spots? Dr. Jeff Spencer, Cornerman, shares some insight into his 300,000 plus hours in high-performance training. In this powerful interview, we discuss: There are 3 types of advisers - which one will get you to where you want to go? Staying f...
Save $50,000 with this Case Study | Plan Designs | Blind Exposure | Revenue Tied Life Insurance Planning 14.04.2021 23:38
This case study ends up saving over $50,000 in premiums. Plan Designs are just part of it. Listen in on how you can save on your employee benefits program! Also, listen in for the blind exposures of claims. Blind Exposure - be sure you know how to track claims. Surprised medical billing is just part of it. Do not pay your next medical claim before listening to this! Listen in for the blind exposur...
Biden Subsidy Update | Interview with Charles Read, CPA Author of The Payroll Book 07.04.2021 31:43
Businesses are always trying to tackle payroll. It is so complex and in need of support. You have to know who to go and are they willing to go the extra mile. Charles Read shares with us some insights into rolling up the sleeves over at GetPayroll.com and getting the job done! A quick update on the Biden Subsidies - A lot going on Former Marine Veteran, Charles Read, CPA discusses what small to me...
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