In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome my first international guest, Cristina Galindo of Birdeo. Cristina is deeply involved in diversity, inclusion, and the sustainability of the insurance workforce. She shares her unique journey at Birdeo, highlighting her early focus on sustainability before it became a mainstream focus. Cristina also discusses her commitment to hiring individuals who change the world.

I also delve into Cristina’s work with the Insurance Families Network, which she joined after the Dive In Festival in 2018. As a steering committee member, Cristina has been instrumental in making the insurance industry more welcoming for families. She talks about the importance of normalizing diversity for women at work and men at home, emphasizing the power of supporting families of all shapes and sizes.

In this episode, I delve into the inspiring journey of Laura Deutscher, an experienced Corporate Board Member and former Global C-suite executive, who stumbled upon insurance as a solution to better balance her professional aspirations with her role as a mom, and she never looked back.

Laura strived for roles where she could pursue work that makes meaningful impact on DEIB. Central to Laura's vision is the creation of a passionate community committed to driving change and raising awareness about the myriad opportunities within the industry. She discusses how this vision came to fruition with the STEMConnector Women in Insurance Initiative Catalyst Committee.

Through her unwavering passion and dedication, Laura continues to pave the way for a more inclusive and vibrant future in the insurance industry.

In this episode, I sit down with Taylor Jones, Partner and Vice President of Business Development at Questpro Consultants. Taylor shares her remarkable journey from being a first-grade teacher to finding her passion in the insurance industry, all thanks to a friend's enthusiasm about their job at Lockton Dallas.

Taylor emphasizes how her participation in associations like RISE, IICF, and YRP has significantly contributed to her professional development. She discusses the invaluable skills she has acquired, including time management, confidence, networking, and sales techniques, through volunteering and collaboration with industry peers.