Risk & Resolve

Founder and CEO of Robo Source, Jason Beutler, joins Risk and Resolve to share his journey from failed startups to building a thriving automation and AI-driven consulting firm. Jason breaks down the truth about artificial intelligence, how business leaders should think about AI, and why his mission is centered on empowering people—not replacing them. We explore the evolution of technology, the misconceptions around AI, the art of p...

In Part 4 of the conversation with WWII guerrilla fighter Clay Conner, we dive deep into his final months in the Philippine jungle before meeting American forces. Clay recounts life-or-death battles, rescuing downed pilots, and the ingenious traps that kept Japanese troops from advancing. From resourcefulness in survival to the emotional moment of seeing U.S. planes overhead after years in hiding, this is a raw and unforgettable lo...

In this episode of Risk and Resolve, hosts Ben and Todd sit down with the renowned Nurse Deb Ault, founder of AIMM – Ault International Medical Management, to discuss how she’s reshaping the broken U.S. healthcare system. Deb shares the pivotal moment that led her to leave bedside nursing, the shocking truth about how money often drives life-and-death decisions in hospitals, and her mission to provide patients with ethical, proacti...

In this gripping episode, we continue Clay Conner’s harrowing World War II journey through the jungles of the Philippines. From dodging Japanese patrols and surviving against impossible odds to encountering pro-Japanese informants, life-or-death escapes, and building alliances with the elusive Pygmy Negritos, Clay’s story is a raw look at survival, loyalty, and the moral dilemmas of war.

Key Talking Points:
 • Clay’s f...

Dave Chase shares how Health Rosetta is creating a blueprint for employers to deliver world-class healthcare at half the cost while building an entirely new healthcare supply chain model. As a former Microsoft executive who founded Health Rosetta after witnessing a friend's death due to healthcare system failures, Dave explains how the current system is collapsing and why it needs complete replacement rather than incremental c...

Henry Clay Conner recounts his harrowing escape from Japanese forces in the Philippines and subsequent 34-month survival in the jungle during WWII while battling tropical diseases and navigating complex political alliances.

• Escape from Bataan on April 9, 1942, as Japanese forces broke through American and Filipino defenses
• Climbing treacherous mountains and drinking contaminated water while suffering from malaria, ...

Jeff Mosley shares his 28-year journey as a Chick-fil-A operator, revealing how his path from ministry to marketplace leadership created a culture of care that transforms lives far beyond the restaurant industry.

• Transitioning from 15 years in ministry to finding purpose in business through Chick-fil-A
• Starting at a low-volume mall location and not writing a profit check for three years
• Managing teams of 100-...

Henry Clay Conner, Jr. shares his extraordinary WWII experience from joining the 27th Bomb Group as a communications officer to becoming a guerrilla leader in the Japanese-occupied Philippines. His candid account reveals how unprepared American forces were for the reality of war in the Pacific and the cultural misunderstandings that led to tragedy.

• Born in Indianapolis on August 31, 1918 and graduated from Duke Universit...

Jason Starner, Commercial Team Lead at Conner Insurance, shares his journey from a banking background to insurance professional and the pivotal risks that shaped his career. Reflecting on 25+ years in the industry, he discusses his unexpected path into insurance and the valuable lessons learned along the way.

• Growing up in rural Ohio with a father in banking initially led Jason to assume he would follow that career path<...

Andy Long shares the fascinating journey from high school teacher to dealer principal of Royal Auto Group, weaving together family legacy, automotive industry insights, and personal growth across three generations of leadership.

• Royal Auto Group began in 1969 when Andy's grandfather purchased a Chevrolet dealership in Bloomington, Indiana
• The company now operates three locations with six brands: Toyota, Mazda,...

Trevor Daer, President and Founder of Granite Peak Analytics, reveals the hidden complexities of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and why specialized consulting is crucial for self-funded health plans. He shares his journey from corporate burnout to creating a company that helps employers navigate the convoluted PBM landscape and avoid overpaying for prescription benefits.

• PBM consulting helps benefits advisors navigate ...

The Marshall Allen Project preserves the legacy of investigative healthcare reporter Marshall Allen through an AI clone trained with his expertise to help Americans navigate medical debt. Founded by his widow after his sudden passing, the nonprofit organization aims to give 100 million Americans struggling with healthcare costs the tools to make better decisions and fight unfair billing practices.

• Marshall Allen spent 18...

Brett Billups, CHRO of Marketplace Chaplains and author of Biblical HR, shares his 30-year journey in human resources and how he bridges his Christian faith with workplace challenges.

• Stumbling into HR after seeing disconnects between management and employees at a manufacturing company
• Writing Biblical HR as a personal guide before publishing it to help others apply faith to specific workplace situations
• Chal...

In this NextGen Healthcare Summit episode with Steve Santangelo of Garner Health, he delves into healthcare costs heading toward an unsustainable threshold where nearly 9% of company revenue will go toward benefits packages—the same percentage that contributed to GM's financial crisis in 2008. Data analysis reveals that which individual doctor a patient sees has the greatest impact on healthcare costs, with significant variati...

Brett Varvel shares his journey from creating backyard films to becoming an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker dedicated to faith-based storytelling. His creative foundations were shaped by growing up in an artistic household as the son of an internationally syndicated cartoonist, where exploration of various art forms was encouraged from an early age.

• Growing up in a creative household with his cartoonist father provided earl...

AI isn't magical but mathematical, and understanding how it works removes mystery while helping make informed business decisions. We break down the fundamentals of AI in a way that demystifies its inner workings and explains why it's transformative for businesses.

• Understanding how AI processes a simple request like "write a haiku about puppies" reveals its potential for business applications
• AI...

Diana Miller, a Benefits Pro 2025 Advisor of the Year finalist, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Bogotá, Colombia to becoming one of America's top five benefits advisors through grit, analytical thinking, and cultural perspective.

• Benefits advising requires wearing multiple hats to serve employers, HR professionals, and employee populations
• An advisor's true value is revealed during challe...

Nelson Griswold, founder and chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, joins us to discuss his mission to revolutionize employer-sponsored benefits and protect America's private healthcare system through innovative supply chain management strategies.

• Passionate about preserving private healthcare to maintain innovation and avoid government-run systems like those struggling in the UK and Canada
• Helping employer...

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way businesses operate, and Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are at the forefront of this transformation. In his presentation at the NextGen Healthcare Summit, James Paden explored how AI-powered tools can enhance productivity, streamline decision-making, and create a competitive edge.

Through this session, attendees gained valuable insights into how organizations can effectively int...