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In this edition of the MWG Broker Services newsletter, we're featuring our very own Ben Markland, Vice President of Sales, who plays an essential role in strengthening our relationships with carrier partners and shaping the product offerings we deliver to the market. We sat down with him to get his take on the latest with Premium Saver, current trends in group benefits, and what's available for individual clients.

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About Robert Collier: American author (1885–1950) known for his work in personal development and success mindset. His writings continue to inspire professionals with timeless lessons on persistence, positive thinking, and the power of daily effort.

 

Incentives

 

Agents, make sure you get paid for working hard. Earn extra bonus money on top of your commissions from these current agent incentives.

 

Products

 

Premium Saver

 

The Premium Saver plan is now available in New Mexico!

 
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Zurich's Accident Medical Expense & Critical Illness Supplemental Insurance

 

Unforeseen medical emergencies can be financially draining. Zurich's Accident Medical Expense & Critical Illness supplemental insurance provides a crucial safety net during life's toughest moments. This article explains the coverage, outlines benefits, and shares real-life examples of its importance.

Key Highlights:

Accident Medical Expense Insurance: Covers accident-related medical costs including doctor visits, X-rays and more.
Critical Illness Insurance: Provides lump-sum payments upon diagnosis of covered conditions
 

Understand how these plans can help you better serve your clients by offering essential financial protection.

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Guardian Dental

 
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The Link Between Oral Health & Overall Wellness

Did you know your oral health affects more than just your smile? Guardian explores how good dental hygiene can impact your heart, diabetes, and even mental health. It's a great reminder of how valuable dental coverage really is!

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The Insurance Leadership Podcast is your go-to resource for developing strong leadership skills in the insurance industry. Featuring experienced leaders, each episode dives into key topics like employee engagement, effective management, and creating a vision that drives organizational success.

We believe that elevating leadership standards leads to a thriving industry. Join us as we raise the bar for leaders and provide insights to help you and your organization grow.

Reinventing Leadership After the Uniform — with Adam Peters

In this episode of the Insurance Leadership Podcast, co-host Casey Combest sits down with Army veteran, entrepreneur, and transition advocate Adam Peters to unpack what leadership truly looks like after military service.

Adam shares his raw and powerful journey—from joining the Army at 17 and leading through multiple deployments, to facing an abrupt and unprepared transition to civilian life. His story of resilience, personal growth, and redefining success brings fresh insight into leadership beyond the rank.

From founding Stronghold, a veteran-first online community, to launching The Strategic Veteran podcast, Adam's mission is clear: empower others to rediscover their identity, build meaningful lives, and lead with authenticity.

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In the Spotlight

 

Meet the faces behind our success! Each quarter, we highlight individuals whose hard work and dedication truly make a difference. Brendan Buchanan, Account Services Manager and Haley Young, New Business Specialist, are two amazing team members who help keep things running smoothly. From prairie dog hunting in South Dakota to capturing the perfect shot through a camera lens, these two bring unique passions and personality to our team. Keep reading to learn more about Brendan and Haley in this quarter's spotlight!

Brendan Buchanan
 

Brendan Buchanan

Account Services Manager
Haley Young
 

Haley Young

New Business Specialist
 

Webinars

 

Alisha Pequeno - National Distribution Manager, Zurich North America

Bills Don't Pause for Recovery: What Clients Need to Prepare for the Unexpected

May 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT

After a diagnosis or accident, clients need to focus on treatment and recovery — not worry about their finances. In this session led by Alisha Pequeno, we'll explore how agents can effectively educate clients on how Critical Illness and Accident Medical Expense plans can help support a client's journey in the case of an unexpected health event. Learn how to shift the conversation from fear to focusing on the future.

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Ben Markland - Vice President of Sales

Learn How to Effortlessly Sell Individual Dental & Vision Insurance Online!

May 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT

Join Ben Markland, Vice President of Sales, on May 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT for a powerful session that will show you how easy it is to sell individual dental and vision insurance online. It's never been easier! MWG gives agents a free, personalized website with a built-in quote engine—just set it up and let the system do the work.

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Our goal is to connect you with valuable info from the nation's top insurance companies and brokerages. Within each issue, you'll find sales strategy updates, broker tools, marketing material, and compliance updates.