Dr. Makayla Lavender Explains How 2026 Policy Changes Will Redefine Open Enrollment

Jay Davis, Co-Founder of Champion Health Plan, Discusses Medicare Advantage

Insuring Growth Where health insurance leaders come together for engaging conversations on policy, education, and business strategy to drive growth.  In Episode #5 of Insuring Growth, Jay Davis, Co-Founder and COO of Champion Health Plan, discusses how their success in Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) is shaping their MA strategy. Their strategy isn’t cutting costs, it’s investing in engagement. By strengthening relationships with patients, providers, and agents, Champion is delivering higher quality care at lower costs. Listen now—right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.

Kyle Mitchell Discusses Abacus — e123's Newest Product — and What It Changes for Health Plans

In this episode of Insuring Growth, Brendan sits down with Kyle Mitchell, VP of Product at e123, to go inside the creation of Abacus, the Growth Engine for health plan distribution. Together they unpack why distribution has become one of the biggest barriers to growth for health plans, the operational challenges that inspired Abacus, and how a connected, purpose-built system can finally bring Sales, Operations, Finance, and Compliance into alignment. If you’re navigating agent onboarding complexity, commission risk, or outdated portals, this conversation offers a clear look at what’s broken — and what’s now possible.

Dr. Makayla Lavender Explains How 2026 Policy Changes Will Redefine Open Enrollment

Policy shifts beginning in 2026 will do more than tweak timelines. They’ll redefine how open enrollment works. In the latest episode of Insuring Growth, Brendan McLoughlin and Dr. Makayla Lavender break down what the end of enhanced subsidies and new verification rules mean for health plans, carriers, brokers, and consumers.

Jay Davis, Co-Founder of Champion Health Plan, Shares How C-SNPs Can Be Profitable

Insuring Growth Where health insurance leaders come together for engaging conversations on policy, education, and business strategy to drive growth.  In Episode #2 of Insuring Growth, Jay Davis, Co-Founder and COO of Champion Health Plan, shares how they've dramatically reduced ESRD hospital bed days, why eliminating red tape saves lives and money, and how new CMS changes will reshape the C-SNP opportunity. This is a blueprint for growth in one of the most complex markets in health care. Listen now. Listen now—right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.

Dr. Makayla Lavender Discusses the Coming Policy Storm in the Debut Episode of e123’s New Podcast, Insuring Growth by e123

Insuring Growth Where health insurance leaders come together for engaging conversations on policy, education, and business strategy to drive growth.  This podcast for industry decision-makers navigates one of the most volatile healthcare landscapes in recent history.  We cover what matters most — navigating regulatory and policy shifts, driving digital transformation, and unlocking strategies for sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving industry. Hosted by e123 President, Brendan McLoughlin, the show brings together healthcare and insurance experts for bold, insightful conversations on the future of insurance distribution, healthcare coverage, and digital transformation in the face of evolving regulation. Listen now—right here or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.