Risk & Resolve

Diana Miller, a Benefits Pro 2025 Advisor of the Year finalist, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Bogotá, Colombia to becoming one of America's top five benefits advisors through grit, analytical thinking, and cultural perspective. • Benefits advising requires wearing multiple hats to serve employers, HR professionals, and employee populations • An advisor's true value is...

Nelson Griswold, founder and chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, joins us to discuss his mission to revolutionize employer-sponsored benefits and protect America's private healthcare system through innovative supply chain management strategies. • Passionate about preserving private healthcare to maintain innovation and avoid government-run systems like those struggling in the UK and Can...

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way businesses operate, and Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are at the forefront of this transformation. In his presentation at the NextGen Healthcare Summit , James Paden explored how AI-powered tools can enhance productivity, streamline decision-making, and create a competitive edge. Through this session, attendees gained valuable insights into...

Dave Neff, CEO of the Boilermaker Alliance, takes us through his career journey from sports administration to navigating the evolving NIL landscape at Purdue University. His experiences showcase how relationship-building became the foundation for career success while providing unique insights into how NIL is reshaping collegiate athletics. • Early career in Pacers ticket sales building a professio...

In this inaugural episode of Risk and Resolve , hosts Ben Conner and Todd Hufford share the personal and professional journeys that shaped them. From early-life challenges to navigating business ownership, Ben and Todd unpack why leadership, risk-taking, and resolve are cornerstones of their lives—and this podcast. They also share the deeper meaning behind the name “Risk and Resolve,” rooted in pe...

Adam Weber shares his journey from pastor to entrepreneur to executive coach, demonstrating how personal insecurities and desire for meaningful work drove his transformation through multiple successful businesses. • Building BlueRidge and Amplify through multiple pivots while growing to millions in recurring revenue • Identifying the common growth barrier businesses hit at 35-50 employees when fou...

Welcome to Risk and Resolve , the podcast where leadership, business, and risk management intersect. In this episode, your hosts, Ben Conner and Todd Hufford set the tone for what’s ahead—honest conversations, sharp insights, and practical strategies designed to help you confidently lead, navigate challenges, and drive success. What You’ll Hear On The Podcast: • A no-nonsense approach to leadershi...