by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | Oct 14, 2026 | Employee Benefits
When employers look for an employee benefits advisor, they’re not simply comparing plans and pricing. They’re also deciding who they can trust to understand their business, provide reliable guidance, and help them make informed decisions. A strong brand...
by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | Sep 1, 2026 | Employee Benefits
If you own a small business, you may be paying for prescriptions, dental care, glasses or other health expenses yourself and wondering whether there is a better way to handle those costs through your company. Or perhaps you have started hiring employees and are asking...
by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | Jun 13, 2025 | Employee Benefits
Avoid the Hidden Costs in Benefit Plans with Risk Mitigation Employee benefit plans are more than just a compensation tool. They are promises between the employer and employees, often legally binding and emotionally charged, that need to be carefully structured to...
by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | Dec 20, 2024 | Employee Benefits, Learning Tools
Nothing beats experience and perspective. And that’s exactly what we got from four seasoned professionals—Michael Barrow, Derrick Gleed, Chris Gory, and Blake Waddell—who recently shared their insights in The Benefits Trust’s advisor webinar, unscripted and unplugged....
by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | May 15, 2024 | Employee Benefits
Group Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance is a bit of a behemoth in the group benefits world. It holds tremendous value, introduces a level of risk, and comes with layers of complicated details. Understanding the complexities and knowing how to sell group LTD...
by Robert J. Crowder CLU, GBA | Jan 5, 2024 | Employee Benefits
The employee benefits landscape is diverse, and as benefits advisors it’s essential to stay ahead of emerging trends in the industry. To do so, you must first be aware of where the industry is headed! This year, the Gallagher 2023 Canadian Workforce Trend Report...
