Inside the Industry: An AgencyBloc Podcast Thu, 28 May 2026 14:05:10 -0400 https://www.agencybloc.com/inside-the-industry/ en-us © 2026 AgencyBloc, LLC yes 8a67efe3-ddaf-58a0-9fc6-2335e1027acf AgencyBloc episodic false Inside the Industry is a monthly video podcast hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) insurtech, insurance software, commission software, insurance industry, employee benefits, insurance carrier, insurance agency, independent marketing organization, field marketing organization, SaaS AgencyBloc https://storage.buzzsprout.com/zjnx1ckfqwdh8obuxtt5xjbn1bbn?.jpg Inside the Industry: An AgencyBloc Podcast https://www.agencybloc.com/inside-the-industry/ AgencyBloc + HealthSherpa: Transforming Medicare Enrollment AgencyBloc + HealthSherpa: Transforming Medicare Enrollment Join guest host Cory Schmidt, Co-Founder of AgencyBloc, Korey Ashton, VP of Medicare for HealthSherpa, and Scott Sanchez, CPO at AgencyBloc, as they introduce the integration between AgencyBloc's AMS+ solution and HealthSherpa. They discuss the motivations, benefits, and future plans for this collaboration, emphasizing agent-centric technology and seamless system integration.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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]]> Join guest host Cory Schmidt, Co-Founder of AgencyBloc, Korey Ashton, VP of Medicare for HealthSherpa, and Scott Sanchez, CPO at AgencyBloc, as they introduce the integration between AgencyBloc's AMS+ solution and HealthSherpa. They discuss the motivations, benefits, and future plans for this collaboration, emphasizing agent-centric technology and seamless system integration.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> https://www.agencybloc.com/inside-the-industry/agencybloc-healthsherpa-transform-medicare-enrollment/ AgencyBloc Buzzsprout-19254076 Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 -0500 1281 HealthSherpa, Medicare, ACA, Quoting and Enrollment Integrations, AgencyBloc 1 5 full false How the 2027 CMS Rule Changes Impact Field Agents & Seniors with Mariangel Martinez How the 2027 CMS Rule Changes Impact Field Agents & Seniors with Mariangel Martinez Join Mariangel Martinez, Owner of North Star Insurance Partners, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion on the CMS Final Rule 2027/Contract Year (CY) 2027 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, and Medicare Cost Plan Program. They discuss practical tips for field agents, the importance of credible information sources, and how to leverage technology, like AI and transcripts, to improve client interactions.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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]]> Join Mariangel Martinez, Owner of North Star Insurance Partners, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion on the CMS Final Rule 2027/Contract Year (CY) 2027 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage Program, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, and Medicare Cost Plan Program. They discuss practical tips for field agents, the importance of credible information sources, and how to leverage technology, like AI and transcripts, to improve client interactions.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> https://www.agencybloc.com/inside-the-industry/cms-final-rule-2027-changes/ AgencyBloc Buzzsprout-19104828 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500 1450 Medicare, Final Rule 2027, CMS Final Rule, CMS Rule 2027, Scope of Appointments, Medicare Changes 1 4 full false [Inside the Industry Special Edition] AgencyBloc + AI: A Conversation on the Future of Agency Work [Inside the Industry Special Edition] AgencyBloc + AI: A Conversation on the Future of Agency Work Join guest host Cory Schmidt, Co-Founder of AgencyBloc, and special guest Scott Sanchez, Chief Product Officer at AgencyBloc, to explore how AI is transforming product development at AgencyBloc, emphasizing a problem-first approach, human-in-the-loop, and strategic testing with clients.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> Join guest host Cory Schmidt, Co-Founder of AgencyBloc, and special guest Scott Sanchez, Chief Product Officer at AgencyBloc, to explore how AI is transforming product development at AgencyBloc, emphasizing a problem-first approach, human-in-the-loop, and strategic testing with clients.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> AgencyBloc Buzzsprout-18881961 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0500 1608 AI, product development, Agency Block, human-in-the-loop, client-centric, automation, AI strategy, security, compliance, innovation 1 3 full false Maximizing Revenue: Cross-Selling & Diversifying for Health Insurance with Emily Hollingsworth Maximizing Revenue: Cross-Selling & Diversifying for Health Insurance with Emily Hollingsworth Join Emily Hollingsworth, Operations Manager at Hilb Group Medicare, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion about the critical importance of diversification in the health insurance space. They explore effective methods for agents to diversify their offerings, manage their commissions, and prepare for future disruptions in the industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for education, strategic planning, and the importance of nurturing client relationships to ensure business growth and retention.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

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Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> Join Emily Hollingsworth, Operations Manager at Hilb Group Medicare, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion about the critical importance of diversification in the health insurance space. They explore effective methods for agents to diversify their offerings, manage their commissions, and prepare for future disruptions in the industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for education, strategic planning, and the importance of nurturing client relationships to ensure business growth and retention.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> AgencyBloc Buzzsprout-18742406 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0600 1833 full false AI & the Transformation of Health Insurance with Sam Melamed AI & the Transformation of Health Insurance with Sam Melamed Join Sam Melamed, Chief Insurance Nerd for NCD, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion about the role of the health insurance agent and the growth of AI. The presenters explore the evolving landscape of the health insurance industry, the impact of AI technology, the importance of community engagement, and the necessity for agents to adapt to new tools and information to remain competitive. The conversation emphasizes the need for agents to embrace their roles as educators and storytellers within a complex healthcare ecosystem while preparing for future challenges in the industry.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> Join Sam Melamed, Chief Insurance Nerd for NCD, and Allison Babberl, Content Marketing Manager at AgencyBloc, for a discussion about the role of the health insurance agent and the growth of AI. The presenters explore the evolving landscape of the health insurance industry, the impact of AI technology, the importance of community engagement, and the necessity for agents to adapt to new tools and information to remain competitive. The conversation emphasizes the need for agents to embrace their roles as educators and storytellers within a complex healthcare ecosystem while preparing for future challenges in the industry.

Inside the Industry is a recurring video series hosted by AgencyBloc to take an insider's look at the health, group benefits, and senior insurance industry. Learn more about what's happening right now, what it means for your agency, and how your team can stay ahead of these changes.

Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Learn more about AgencyBloc at www.agencybloc.com.

]]> https://www.agencybloc.com/inside-the-industry/ai-and-the-transformation-of-health-insurance/ AgencyBloc Buzzsprout-18572238 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0600 800 insurance industry, insurance agents, AI technology, community engagement, healthcare, technology adaptation, insurance market, competitive advantage, client relationships, enrollment season full false