SILA Speaks

Regulators can feel intimidating, but they do not have to be scary. In this episode of the SILA Speaks Podcast, “Don’t Fear the Regulators,” we talk about how insurance professionals can approach regulatory conversations with more confidence, preparation, and perspective.

In the newest episode of  SILA Speaks , hosts Diana Ivey and Allister Yu are joined by Bryan Salvadore, Director of Compliance, for an engaging conversation filled with practical insights and timely compliance perspectives.

In the latest  SILA Speaks  episode,  “Countdown to the Conference,”  hosts  Diana Ivey  and  Allister Yu  sit down with  Sherri Coleman ,  Mary Ellen Hammock , and  Tim Owen  to share what they love most about the  SILA Annual Conference  — what makes it so special, and what to look forward to this year. Tune in to hear their favorite moments, insider tips, and the excitement that makes this even...

Get ready for an inside look at the SILA Education Conference this October in the Countdown to Conference series. Each episode highlights the sessions, speakers, and stories that make this annual event essential for licensing, compliance, and education professionals. In this episode, Michelle Morales of Arrowhead General Insurance Agency and Kathleen Harned of Chubb join to share exciting news, ab...

Happy Spring! This month, we’re joined by Codi Henry, Senior Operations Manager at Foundever and Fundraising Chair on the SILA board. Codi shares how she’s built her career step by step, the value of learning from every role, and why she sees fundraising as more than just raising money—it’s about community and giving time, too.

As 2024 comes to a close and we start kicking off the new year, the SILA Speaks team is reflecting back with a final farewell to Diana Capes, and listening to the great advice that our 2024 guests left with us! 

The SILA Conference is coming up soon and we are so excited to share some great tips and things to look forward to. Join Allister and Diana along with the great guests, Diana Capes, Sherri Coleman, and Mary Ellen Hammack as they share some of their favorite parts of the conference and more!

Join Diana Ivey and Allister Yu as they welcome Sherri Coleman, the new Executive Director of SILA, to discuss her vision for the organization, her extensive experience in the industry, and the excitement surrounding her new role. Discover Sherri’s plans for SILA and how she aims to lead the organization into the future.

Join Diana Ivey and Allister Yu for an exciting episode with the Insurance Regulatory Advisor for the SILA Board of Directors, Rachel Chester, Chief of Insurance Consumer Relations and Licensing Administrator at the Department of Business Regulations of Rhode Island. Learn about Rachel’s journey into the industry and her experiences within the complex world of Insurance.

Join Diana Ivey and Allister Yu for an exciting episode with Tim Owen, the Vice President of Product Management at Vertafore. Learn about Tim’s experience in the industry and with SILA, along with some great conversation with our hosts.