Got You Covered

In episode 10 of Season 2, Ryan and Mindy unpack the complexities of an auto accident that included a salesperson driving his personal vehicle for business use. As a result of this accident, there were multiple injured parties and property damage. Listen in to hear how it played out.  Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group is a proud Acrisure Agency Partner located in Vermont and northern New York. Learn more at www.hbinsurance.com.

In Episode 9 of Season 2, Ryan and Mindy discuss the impact of a significant, life-altering injury at a loading dock. It's a story relevant to any company with a loading dock and highlights why commercial umbrella coverage is important for all parties. To learn more about Hickok & Boardman, an Acrisure Agency Partner, contact our main office at 1-800-900-3201. 

In Episode 8 of Season 2, Ryan & Mindy unpack the complexities of a condo association claim. Securing the proper level of insurance is very important in a condo association. Listen in to learn more about these nuances.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, an Acrisure Agency Partner, please visit www.hbinsurance.com.

Shaun King joins us from Hickok & Boardman Retirement Solutions and shares a story about how a better retirement plan design helped address two concerns: 1) low employee participation and 2) talent recruitment.  Pensionmark Financial Group, LLC (“Pensionmark”) is an investment advisor registered under the Investment Advisor Act of 1940.  Pensionmark Financial Group, LLC/Pensionmark Securities, LLC and Hickok & Boardman Retirement Solutions are non-affiliated entities.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, an Acrisure Agency Partner, please visit www.hbinsurance.com.   

When an employee is injured, deadlines, budgets, and deliverables still need to be met while the team feels the stress of being short-handed. The injured employee needs support and resources as well. A wide swath of federal laws must be followed when an employee is injured, but some supervisors may lack the education and training to support their employees' needs. Karin Tierney, PHR, our VP of HR Consulting at Hickok & Boardman HR shares some of her expertise on this subject.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, an Acrisure Partner Agency, visit our website: www.hbinsurance.com. WE'RE HIRING! 

One of the most common questions for our team is "Who picks up the workers' compensation for a pre-existing injury?" The answer is not always straightforward, but in this episode of Got You Covered we bring on our Director of Risk Management, Jen Barrett, to help us unpack a claim example.  If you're interested in learning more about Hickok & Boardman (an Acrisure Agency Partner), please visit hbinsurance.com. WE'RE HIRING!   

As we continue to see reconstruction costs continue to fluctuate in the marketplace, one thing is certain: You cannot rebuild a building for the same cost as 5 years ago. To ensure property is protected, it's important to make certain you're carrying appropriate limits. Most importantly, you should consider removing coinsurance and adding Agreed Value. In this episode of GYC, Mindy & Ryan discuss a property explosion claim and the impact of Agreed Value on the policy.  Learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group (an Acrisure Agency Partner) at www.hbinsurance.com. WE'RE HIRING! 

When it comes to cybercrime, we often don't know we've been attacked until the crime has is done and we're left with the results. In this episode of GYC, Ryan & Mindy unpack a Social Engineering claim, which continues to be one of the most common forms of cybercrime today.  "Got You Covered" is presented by Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, an Acrisure Agency Partner. Visit www.hbinsurance.com to learn more. By the way, WE'RE HIRING! 

Has your business ever received a letter threatening suit due to ADA noncompliance within your website? Ryan and Mindy unpack a real claim scenario where a company was sued for not having an ADA-compliant website. Is there coverage for this type of claim? Where would it potentially come from if there is? Listen in to hear the full story.    To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group (an Acrisure Agency Partner), visit www.hbinsurance.com. 

Welcome back to "Got You Covered", presented by Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group. In Season 2, co-hosts Ryan Lee and Mindy Bero unpack a very unique HVAC claim that resulted in a sizable water bill. What happened? Was it covered? Listen to learn more.    Visit www.hbinsurance.com to learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group (an Acrisure Agency Partner). We're Hiring! 

This is the third episode in our "Workers Compensation Mini-Series" with Jen Barrett and Lindsey Farrar. Jen and Lindsey are both licensed workers compensation adjusters and offer a wealth of knowledge.  If you'd like to learn more about the Hickok & Boardman team, visit us on www.hbinsurance.com. 

Does your company, or your employer, have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)? In this episode of GYC, Casey McClain teaches us who should have an EAP, what should be included in the plan, and how to implement training around that plan. Casey is a Certified Safety Professional and works for Hickok & Boardman as a Loss Prevention & Risk Advisor. To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, visit us at www.hbinsurance.com. 

This is the first episode in our Small Business Mini-Series! Hickok & Boardman has an incredible small business team that focuses solely on the unique needs of small businesses. Sara Berry, our Small Business Team Lead, joins us to talk about workers' compensation for small businesses.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group or view job opportunities, visit www.hbinsurance.com. 

Personal auto is one of the most needed types of insurance across the United States but is often misunderstood. In this episode of GYC, H&B's Lindsay Bergeron breaks down personal auto insurance for listeners. Lindsay is a licensed agent and Client Advisor with the firm.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group or view job opportunities, visit www.hbinsurance.com 

If your business has workers' comp pain, this is an episode for you!  In less than 15 minutes, Jen Barrett and Lindsey Farrar unpack the core best practices for managing workers' compensation. In particular, we discuss practices that should be in place before a claim even occurs.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, please visit our website at www.hbinsurance.com. 

Business income and extra expense insurance is often misunderstood. In this episode of GYC, we learn more about th key elements of the coverage with Rich and Jon Smith, Stowe's premier father-son insurance team!  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, visit www.hbinsurance.com.     

There are many career opportunities in the world of insurance and many of them of available at Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group. Kate & Ryan discuss the opportunities available, as well as other perks.  To learn more about the opportunities available at Hickok & Boardman, please visit www.hbinsurance.com/careers. 

Kris Green is a Claims Specialist at Hickok & Boardman and a licensed claims adjuster. In this episode, we learn about Kris Green's background and how he found a career in the insurance industry. Then, Kris shares some tips and thoughts around a common insurance claim in the northeast (especially with our frigid winters): burst pipes!  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman, please visit our website (www.hbinsurance.com). 

We welcome Pete Child in this episode of the GYC podcast. Pete is a Client Advisor at Hickok & Boardman and, in this episode, he breaks down the basics of how Workers Compensation is priced, which has several different pricing factors.  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman, connect with a member of our team, or learn about our job openings, visit us at www.hbinsurance.com.   

In this episode of GYC, Matt Campbell shares his thoughts on a sales career in the insurance industry and why it's been such a great fit for him, personally. At minute 9:55, Matt shares a funny story about a prospect meeting early in his career.  At minute 13:35, Matt shares a true story about how our agency's risk management team made a game-changing difference for a business.  If you would like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman, visit us on social media or our website, www.hbinsurance.com. 

Establishing a workplace culture that truly values safety can be a challenge. In this episode of GYC, our very own Loss Prevention Advisor, Casey McClain, discusses the essential elements of promoting an effective safety culture in the workplace.  To learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, get a quote, review job openings, or contact one of our Loss Prevention Advisors, visit www.hbinsurance.com. 

In this episode of GYC, we welcome Scott Boardman, CEO of Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group. Scott brings a wealth of knowledge and shares some of his insight around Builder's Risk insurance. Understanding the basics of Builder's Risk insurance can be incredibly useful in a variety of industries. Enjoy!  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman, view our employment opportunities, or contact a representative, please visit us on our website: www.hbinsurance.com. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram & Linkedin. 

Proper ergonomics is crucial for preventing injuries in the workplace. Whether you operate an advanced piece of equipment, manage a crew, or sit at a desk (from home or at the office), ergonomics is the key to maintaining a healthy work routine.  To discuss this further, we brought Mary Beth Morrisseau (Loss Prevention Manager at H&B) on to the GYC podcast. Mary Beth is a wealth of knowledge on this subject and can happily provide additional consultation in your place of work if needed.  For more information about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, check out our website: www.hbinsurance.com.    

In this episode of GYC, we bring on Mindy Bero (Client Advisor) to help unpack the increasing cyber threat to businesses. We discuss the scope of the cyber threat, how cyber liability coverage is structured, and some of the latest trends we've seen in the industry.  This is a jam-packed introduction to cyber insurance! Enjoy.  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, our service capabilities, or our job openings, please visit our website: www.hbinsurance.com.

In this episode of GYC, Carla Boardman-Smalling joins us to discuss one of the more common questions we receive: the difference between the purchase price, assessed value, and replacement cost limits on your homeowner's policy. Carla is a Vice President and Client Advisor with Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group and has specialized in personal insurance throughout her career.    If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, please check out our website: www.hbinsurance.com/. Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! 

In this episode of GYC, Jen Barrett and Lindsey Farrar give an introduction to the Experience Mod, one of the most influential elements of how worker's compensation is priced. Jen serves as Vice President, Director of Risk Management, and a licensed adjuster. Lindsey is also a licensed adjuster and a risk management advisor.  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, please check out our website: www.hbinsurance.com/. Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! 

The insurance industry is an ever-evolving industry with countless roles for people of all passions and skillsets. In this episode of Got You Covered, we learn about Ian Sutherland's experience joining the insurance world. It's a great story and we're excited to share it with you.  If you'd like to learn more about job opportunities at Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, please check out our website: www.hbinsurance.com/careers. Don't forget to follow Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram!   

Welcome to our very first episode of "Got You Covered", presented by Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group. In this episode of GYC, we invite Paul Plunkett to share a little history of the firm, how he got his start in the industry, and the unique approach of H&B. This episode serves as the perfect introduction to the podcast.  If you'd like to learn more about Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group, please check out our website: www.hbinsurance.com/. Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! 

Welcome to "Got You Covered", presented by Hickok & Boardman Insurance Group... our NEW Podcast! We'll be introducing you to several members of the Hickok & Boardman family and unpacking the countless ways insurance affects our lives.    Learn more about our firm by visiting our website, www.hbinsurance.com. Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! We're here when you need us!