Scott Becker, founder of Becker's Healthcare and partner at McGuireWoods, joins Tim Leman to share hard-earned lessons from decades of building businesses. From early setbacks to creating a media empire, Scott reveals why great teams beat great ideas, the importance of knowing your business inside and out, and how founders must evolve to stay out of their own way. They explore hiring philosophy, the "desert of nothing" that tests every builder, and why the best leaders are judged by what happens after they leave. Scott also previews his upcoming book, Building Great Businesses, offering lessons on growth, grit, and long-term thinking.
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Scott Becker on building great businesses
By Gibson on Mar 12, 2026 6:30:00 AM
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Capstone Insurance Group Has Joined Gibson Insurance
By Gibson on Jan 5, 2026 8:43:09 AM
Gibson Acquires Capstone Insurance Group, Strengthening Specialized Capabilities for Indiana’s Emergency Services Community
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Jaime Zawmon on building elite CEO communities and the power of connection
By Gibson on Dec 18, 2025 6:30:00 AM
In this episode of The Edge, co-host Taylor Covey sits down with Jaime Zawmon, Founder and President of Titan CEO and The Titan 100. Jaime shares her inspiring journey from growing up in her Czech immigrant father's wire stripping business to building one of the most influential CEO communities in the country. They explore her pivotal career shift from pharmaceutical sales aspirations to magazine publishing, the adversity that led to launching Titan, and what it takes to curate authentic communities of visionary leaders. Jaime also reveals the core values that define modern-day Titans and shares powerful stories of how the community creates real impact.
Topics: Executive
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Business Insurance Women to Watch Honoree: Courtney Montfort
By Gibson on Dec 16, 2025 2:16:40 PM
Topics: Executive Commercial Risk Management
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Tiffany Sauder on building a Life of And
By Gibson on Dec 11, 2025 6:30:00 AM
In this episode of The Edge, host Courtney Montfort sits down with Tiffany Sauder, founder of Element Three and creator of the Life of And movement. Tiffany shares her powerful journey from burnout to breakthrough, offering practical tools for working women to build sustainable careers while staying deeply connected to their families. They explore how to own the ordinary to unlock the extraordinary, set meaningful minimums instead of perfectionist goals, and create systems that work even during life's busiest seasons. This conversation is packed with actionable frameworks that help women move from work-life balance stress to a life of intentional choice and control.
Topics: Executive
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Christina Rice explores clarity with kindness and conscious team building
By Gibson on Dec 4, 2025 6:30:00 AM
On this episode of The Edge, host Alex Rodriguez sits down with Christina Rice, President & COO of Pyx Health, based in Tucson, Arizona. Christina shares her journey from employee #3 to president of a healthcare activation company that serves over 10 million Medicaid and Medicare lives across the country.
She opens up about building aligned teams, her philosophy of 'clarity with kindness' in providing feedback, and how the 'beliefs, behaviors, outcomes' framework drives company culture. Christina also discusses her approach to work-life integration, the power of 'noise cancellation' as her leadership edge, and making intentional choices to show up authentically in both professional and personal spaces.
Topics: Executive
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Building Healthier Communities: The Essential Role of Rural Healthcare Providers
By Gibson on Nov 20, 2025 8:30:00 AM
National Rural Health Day honors the dedication and resilience of rural healthcare professionals across the country who serve as lifelines in their communities. Their work improves health outcomes, supports local economies and fosters strong community relationships in areas where access is limited and resources are stretched.
Topics: Employee Benefits Unison Risk Advisors Senior Care HHS
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Cina Welch on self-aware leadership and building a culture of respect
By Gibson on Nov 20, 2025 6:29:59 AM
On this episode of The Edge, host Courtney Montfort sits down with Cina Welch, President & CEO of FCCI Insurance Group to explore what it means to lead with both self-awareness and heart. Cina shares her 28-year journey at FCCI, from entry-level attorney to CEO, discussing how she's built a culture of respect and inclusion while driving strong business results. They dive into her "Swiss cheese leadership" philosophy and the power of intentional team building. Cina also reveals how adventure travel - from climbing Kilimanjaro to volunteering in rural Cambodia - has shaped her perspective on authentic leadership and the importance of embracing uncertainty while trusting your team.
Topics: Executive
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Funding ESOP Repurchasing Obligations
By Gibson on Nov 13, 2025 2:29:39 PM
Topics: ESOP Unison Risk Advisors
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Protecting the Heart of Care: Supporting Long-Term Care Leaders
By Gibson on Nov 13, 2025 11:03:02 AM
