Risk & Resolve

Cyber Risk Isn’t Just Tech—It’s Business Continuity Cyber threats aren’t just a tech problem—they’re a business problem. In this episode, we bring together a CISO and a senior cyber broker to show how organizations can prepare, protect, and recover when ransomware, email compromise, or vendor outages hit at the worst possible moment. You’ll learn: What the latest FBI numbers really mean and why hu...

In this powerful episode of Risk & Resolve , Ben Conner and Todd Hufford sit down with Chris Deacon—former New Jersey Treasury official, whistleblower, and author of The Great American Healthcare Heist . Chris shares how she uncovered widespread fraud and manipulation in one of the country’s largest public health plans, why she walked away from her role, and the moral, personal, and profession...

In this forward-looking episode of Risk & Resolve , Ben Conner and Todd Hufford share predictions for 2026 across interest rates, employment trends, healthcare innovation, and the rising costs of insurance. They discuss the economic forces driving employer benefits strategy, how drugs like Zepbound and Mounjaro are reshaping budgets, and why some employers may start treating healthcare like a...

Insurance sounds straightforward—until markets tighten, umbrellas shrink, and carriers pull back. In this episode, we sit down with Steve Duff , CEO of the Big “I” of Indiana, to unpack what’s really shaping the future of independent agencies. From rising premiums and courtroom pressures to capital, consolidation, and community, Steve brings clarity to the forces colliding across the industry—and...

What if the most valuable benefit in your company isn’t a perk, but a person? In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Schrader—president and CEO of Workforce Chaplains—to explore how confidential, relational care inside the workplace is addressing the emotional and spiritual needs that traditional EAPs and wellness programs often miss. From shop floors to corporate offices, Marcus reveals why mor...

In this episode, Ben and Todd sit down with Dr. Chad Nowlin , a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Energy Physio. Dr. Chad shares his journey out of the traditional corporate physical therapy model and unveils his cash-pay approach focused on root cause pain relief. He opens up about the limitations of diagnosis-based care, the power of preventative MSK strategies for employers, and his dis...

In this episode, Ben and Todd sit down with Michael Klein, Executive Vice President of Personal Insurance at Travelers. Michael shares his 35-year journey through the industry from actuary to executive leader and opens up about setbacks, leadership, early career talent, digitization, and why insurance is one of the most misunderstood but meaningful careers in America. Main Talking Points  • Michae...

Discover how Tommy Martin, CEO of The Tebow Group, turned early business failures into nationwide success and now dedicates his life to amplifying faith, hope, and love through the Tim Tebow Foundation. In this inspiring episode of Risk and Resolve, Tommy shares:         •        His journey from an “accidental” business owner to building billion-dollar financial firms.         •        Lessons le...

Journalist and author Bob Welch joins Risk & Resolve to unpack the making of Resolve, the true story of Lt. Clay Connor’s impossible WWII survival in the Philippines—and what it teaches us about courage, leadership, loyalty, and truth in storytelling. We also dig into the state of journalism, faith, and the duty to honor unsung heroes.   Main talking points         •        Why Welch writes p...

In this riveting episode, Clay Conner continues his firsthand account of life in the Philippine jungles during World War II. He reveals the inner workings of the guerrilla resistance, the ruthless political shifts among the Huk bands, and the moral decisions that defined survival. Clay also shares shocking and deeply human stories of Filipino bravery, cultural encounters, and how lessons from war...

In this Solution Spotlight episode of Risk & Resolve , host Ben Conner sits down with Jory Zunich , SVP of Growth at Nice Healthcare , to explore how one company is rewriting the rules of primary care. From a founder’s frustration with a broken system to a nationwide movement delivering affordable, accessible care — this conversation reveals how healthcare can finally work for everyone. Episod...

In this episode of Risk & Resolve, Ben Conner and Todd Hufford dive into Clay Conner’s harrowing encounter with the Hukbalahap rebellion, his relationship with the Negrito tribes, and his reflections on freedom, leadership, and legacy. A gripping look at war, loyalty, and the human spirit amid chaos in post-war Philippines. Episode 6 of Risk & Resolve continues the incredible story of Clay...

ACSI President Larry Taylor joins Risk & Resolve to unpack the past, present, and future of Christ-centered education. We talk quality guardrails, teacher pipelines, global growth (especially Africa), and how churches and schools can partner to disciple the next generation.   Main Talking Points Larry’s journey: from public-school coach to leading Prestonwood Christian Academy and now ACSI Sta...

In Episode 5 of the Clay Conner series, we follow Clay from jungle guerrilla to front-line truth-teller as U.S. forces return to the Philippines. He challenges brass on enemy positions, recounts staggering losses near Clark, and shares the surreal postwar debriefs in Washington—plus the unlikely Hollywood connection that led to his True Magazine story. Main talking points: Jeeping behind the lines...

In this episode of Risk & Resolve , Ben Conner and Todd Hufford sit down with Jon Tice , SVP of Mission at IMMI, pastor, and author of The Golfer’s Guide to Understanding Your Wife . Jon shares his journey from church leadership to the business world, how faith and values guide IMI’s global impact, and the lessons he’s learned about marriage, purpose, and leaving a legacy. Key Talking Points:...

In this Risk & Resolve episode, we sit down with lifelong friends and WellBridge Surgical co-founders Dr. Eric Inman and Jeff Williams to unpack how they’re flipping the traditional healthcare script—paying surgeons more while cutting total surgery costs 45–60%. We get the backstory from fourth-grade friendship to opening day, the pushback from big systems, and the exact pricing mechanics that...

Founder and CEO of Robo Source, Jason Beutler, joins Risk and Resolve to share his journey from failed startups to building a thriving automation and AI-driven consulting firm. Jason breaks down the truth about artificial intelligence, how business leaders should think about AI, and why his mission is centered on empowering people—not replacing them. We explore the evolution of technology, the mis...

In Part 4 of the conversation with WWII guerrilla fighter Clay Conner, we dive deep into his final months in the Philippine jungle before meeting American forces. Clay recounts life-or-death battles, rescuing downed pilots, and the ingenious traps that kept Japanese troops from advancing. From resourcefulness in survival to the emotional moment of seeing U.S. planes overhead after years in hiding,...

In this episode of Risk and Resolve, hosts Ben and Todd sit down with the renowned Nurse Deb Ault, founder of AIMM – Ault International Medical Management, to discuss how she’s reshaping the broken U.S. healthcare system. Deb shares the pivotal moment that led her to leave bedside nursing, the shocking truth about how money often drives life-and-death decisions in hospitals, and her mission to pro...

In this gripping episode, we continue Clay Conner’s harrowing World War II journey through the jungles of the Philippines. From dodging Japanese patrols and surviving against impossible odds to encountering pro-Japanese informants, life-or-death escapes, and building alliances with the elusive Pygmy Negritos, Clay’s story is a raw look at survival, loyalty, and the moral dilemmas of war. Key Talki...

Dave Chase shares how Health Rosetta is creating a blueprint for employers to deliver world-class healthcare at half the cost while building an entirely new healthcare supply chain model. As a former Microsoft executive who founded Health Rosetta after witnessing a friend's death due to healthcare system failures, Dave explains how the current system is collapsing and why it needs complete re...

Henry Clay Conner recounts his harrowing escape from Japanese forces in the Philippines and subsequent 34-month survival in the jungle during WWII while battling tropical diseases and navigating complex political alliances. • Escape from Bataan on April 9, 1942, as Japanese forces broke through American and Filipino defenses • Climbing treacherous mountains and drinking contaminated water while su...

Jeff Mosley shares his 28-year journey as a Chick-fil-A operator, revealing how his path from ministry to marketplace leadership created a culture of care that transforms lives far beyond the restaurant industry. • Transitioning from 15 years in ministry to finding purpose in business through Chick-fil-A • Starting at a low-volume mall location and not writing a profit check for three years • Mana...

Henry Clay Conner, Jr. shares his extraordinary WWII experience from joining the 27th Bomb Group as a communications officer to becoming a guerrilla leader in the Japanese-occupied Philippines. His candid account reveals how unprepared American forces were for the reality of war in the Pacific and the cultural misunderstandings that led to tragedy. • Born in Indianapolis on August 31, 1918 and gra...

Jason Starner, Commercial Team Lead at Conner Insurance, shares his journey from a banking background to insurance professional and the pivotal risks that shaped his career. Reflecting on 25+ years in the industry, he discusses his unexpected path into insurance and the valuable lessons learned along the way. • Growing up in rural Ohio with a father in banking initially led Jason to assume he woul...