Ep1 - Gary Seymour on Mentorship in Insurance and Leadership Lessons

Mentorship in insurance shaped Gary Seymour’s leadership journey and remains a key theme throughout his career. In this first episode of Business Made Personal, host Mark Silveira chats with Gary to delve into the values, experiences, and lessons that helped him become one of the industry’s most respected leaders.

With decades of experience, Gary has mentored countless professionals through the complexities of insurance broking and underwriting. His approach emphasises client-first values, developing people, and building culture — principles that continue to shape the industry today.

In this conversation, you’ll explore:

• How mentorship transformed Gary’s career and why it’s vital for the next generation of leaders.
• Lessons from building strong client relationships that stand the test of time.
• The role of empathy, resilience, and culture in maintaining success over decades.
• Why leadership in insurance is about more than just business metrics — it’s about people.

Gary’s insights serve as a reminder that success in insurance relies not only on technical expertise but also on authenticity, humility, and a dedication to mentoring others.

Business Made Personal is hosted by Mark Silveira, exploring the real journeys of leaders in insurance, business, and beyond.

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