Innovation & Impact: A New View of Insurance & Entrepreneurship with Monica Adwani
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Think insurance is dull? Think again! Join us as visionary CEO and turnaround expert Monica Adwani shatters myths about the insurance industry and entrepreneurship. With nearly two decades of experience, Monica shares how she built a thriving career from the ground up, empowering Latino and immigrant entrepreneurs through innovative solutions. Tune in to hear the surprising ways insurance saves lives and businesses, the truth about the entrepreneurial journey, and the vast, often overlooked opportunities within this dynamic industry.
- Insurance is Not Boring: Find out how a dynamic career in insurance has led to Monica’s greatest reward: saving lives and businesses.
- Self-Made Success: Learn how Monica built her career from “zero” to CEO, arriving in the U.S. as an immigrant with no immediate family or help.
- Industry of Opportunity: The insurance sector faces a massive workforce gap, presenting significant career opportunities for new talent.
- Cultural Inclusion & Legacy: Monica is a passionate advocate for bringing diverse, younger talent into the industry. She hopes to leave a legacy of positive impact and enabling opportunities for others.
About Monica Adwani
Monica Adwani is a visionary CEO and turn-around expert with over 18 years in the insurance and business world. As the founder of Breezy Seguros, she empowers Latino and immigrant entrepreneurs through innovative insurance solutions and business growth strategies.
Recognized with multiple honors—including the AXL100 and Top 50 Women Leaders of Massachusetts—Monica is also a passionate advocate for inclusion, a board advisor for women entrepreneurs, and the voice behind the TranscendWithM podcast. Her journey from immigrant to impact-maker continues to shape industries and inspire change.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Introducing Guest: Monica Adwani (00:00:24)
3. Monica’s Roots & Unexpected Backstory (00:01:44)
4. The Boldest Career Move (00:02:49)
5. The Myth of Entrepreneurial Freedom (00:04:32)
6. The Elevator Pitch for Insurance (00:06:10)
7. Diagnosing a Business as a Turnaround Expert (00:08:38)
8. Cultural Inclusion in a Traditional Industry (00:14:07)
9. Networking and Empowering Women Across Communities (00:19:37)
10. Monica’s Legacy (00:23:32)
11. Monica’s Podcast: Transcend With (00:28:46)
12. Most Impactful Episode of Transcend With (00:32:19)
13. Final Question: The Power of the Ask (00:36:31)
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