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A New MorningNavigating open enrollment with Dan LaBroad of Ovation Health & Life ServicesMillions of Americans are going through the open enrollment process right now. Dan LaBroad has tips on navigating the process and managing sticker shock.
2025-11-1307 min
Broken HealthcareExposing the Healthcare Lie: Dan LaBroad’s Fight for Medical Freedom | Broken Healthcare Podcast #52What happens when the system meant to protect your health becomes the very thing that threatens it? In this explosive episode of Broken Healthcare, host Ray Kober sits down with Dan LaBroad—activist and outspoken advocate for medical freedom.Dan shares his firsthand experience battling a healthcare system plagued by bureaucracy, political interference, and corporate greed. From confronting insurance nightmares to standing up against government mandates, Dan’s journey is a powerful call to action for anyone who’s ever felt powerless in the face of “healthcare.”👉 We cover:The truth about medical manda...
2025-05-0752 min
The Jeff Crilley ShowDan LaBroad, President and CEO of Ovation Health and Life Services, Inc. | The Jeff Crilley ShowIf you're a boss, listen up because I own this company, and I am frustrated by healthcare in general. It's not a passion for me, and so when it comes in, there are all these different plans that don't make sense to me. So to demystify all of this, my good friend Dan LaBroad is in the studio. He's the president and CEO of Ovation Health and Life Services.
2025-04-0711 min
Untrapped Entrepreneur207: Setting Boundaries at Work and Home with Dan LaBroadIn this episode Ben chats with Dan Labroad of Ovation Health and Life Services, providing better benefits at lower costs (and yes, we use him, so we can vouch for that).Dan discusses:- the importance of finding a role model to help you understand how a marriage works (Dan didn't witness that growing up himself)- how you need to learn the importance of "You're right, I'm sorry" and how this particularly hit home when his wife said, "You treat your clients better than you treat me." (Ouch)- what...
2024-02-2741 min
The Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadMaking an Impact in Dallas w/ Osa Odighizuwa & Lawrence MannIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Osa Odighizuwa, Founder of the Odighizuwa Foundation and Defensive Tackle for the Dallas Cowboys, and Lawrence Mann, Founder of the Top Achievers Foundation, empowering students to live a lifestyle of high achievement.The conversations revolve around what Osa and Lawrence are doing in their local communities to make sure that single-parent families in need are getting the support that they deserve, and that students of all ages are set up for success, no matter their background. The Odighizuwa Foundation deeply understands the challenges that come with being a single...
2023-07-2933 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadEmpowering Better Healthcare w/ Scott LaRoque | CEO & Founder - MPOWERHealthIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Scott LaRoque, the CEO & Founder of MPOWERHealth, a Texas-based healthcare services organization specializing in value-based care solutions for independent musculoskeletal physicians, hospitals and payors. MPOWERHealth is a company that is focused on creating innovative solutions that redefine healthcare and enable their partners to navigate whatever comes next.Driven by his vision to empower better healthcare, Scott has spent his career developing companies that provide business solutions and creative strategies to help independent physicians maintain their autonomy and succeed in the rapidly evolving field of healthcare. With a unique...
2023-05-0531 min
Evolving Your WorkplaceWork-life integration, with Ovation’s Dan LaBroad“I’m sorry– there is no balance. Some people can separate the two, you know, but overall it’s integrating and how do you bring it all together and make it work harmoniously together,” Dan LaBroad says. Dan’s company, Ovation Health and Life Services, is an employee benefits firm aimed at helping employers create better health plans. Dan began his career in the restaurant industry, completely unrelated, and eventually got into insurance when he needed a license for one of his jobs. He later quit and since he had the license, he figured, why not find a job...
2023-03-3052 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadHow to Beat Healthcare Inflation w/ Mike Patton | President - Excel Health PlansIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Michael Patton, the Chairman & President of Excel Health Plans, a company that is focused on helping employers take back control of their second largest business expense while providing their employees higher quality benefits that better fit their members' needs.Mike Patton is a highly sought-after benefits advisor with a passion to fix the rampant healthcare inflation problem. He began his career as a college football coach at Colorado State and had been working in healthcare since 2012. Mike's sharp intellect and strategic thinking have made him one of the leading minds in e...
2023-03-1635 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadHealthy Workspaces with Jason McCann | Co-Founder, CEO - VariIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Jason McCann, the CEO and Co-Founder of Vari, a company that is innovating the workspace with flexible office furniture.Going through a rollercoaster of business endeavors, Jason McCann is passionate about workplace culture, and making sure that his business can adapt to future circumstances. With this model, he not only has made Vari a successful company, but through that success, he has been driven to give back and make an impact locally and globally.Useful Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mccann-vari/...
2023-03-0354 min
The Granite List LiveBetter Quality of Care, Better Access to Care, and Lower CostsContinuing our ASCEND Conference series, Dan LaBroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services, discusses his journey to where he ended up now. Attending the ASCEND and Mastermind conferences are a major factor in his successes by connecting him with like-minded people who help find solutions, support each other, and want the best for their people. Dan shares 2023 trends into giving his clients and partners better quality care, better access to care while providing lower costs.
2023-02-2608 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadSelling a Feeling with Ben DavisIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Ben Davis, CEO & Founder of The Gents Place. Tune in to learn about how Ben opened his men's grooming franchise and why it's so important to look your best in order to feel your best. The Gents Place is a Men's Grooming and Lifestyle Club where you can enjoy an incredible haircut with all the advantages of a modern spa for men. They are in the business of selling a feeling. Every gentleman can attest that when you look your best, you feel your best. And when you feel your best, you perform...
2023-02-1741 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadWork-Life Integration and Harmony with Red Boswell"Integrity above everything. That belief is at the foundation of IFPG and it’s the top reason I accepted the role as President in 2018." - Red BoswellIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews his good friend and guest, Red Boswell, a seasoned entrepreneur, franchisor, CEO, Certified Franchise Executive, speaker, consultant, and passionate business builder focused on wisely scaling organizations. Red is helping take IFPG to a new level while still practicing and promoting healthy Work-Life Integration. Learn how he is helping entrepreneurs create their dream lives and achieve the American dream....
2022-11-1030 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadMaking Healthcare a Convenient Priority with Wayne OrchardIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews Wayne Orchard, a Partner & Executive Vice President of Lyric Health about how important it is to maintain your health and what he and Lyric Health do to make it more convenient for people to do so. Lyric Health is a nationwide practice of dedicated providers and advanced technology that delivers CARE centered around employees. They provide the solution to making healthcare work by having developed premium technology merged with quality healthcare to provide affordable, accessible care whenever needed.Useful Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-orchard-37964612/
2022-10-2842 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan Labroad"No Days Are Wasted" with Nick KennedyIn this episode, Dan Labroad interviews his good friend and guest, Nick Kennedy, a Dallas-based business coach who offers practical guidance from his decades as an entrepreneur, author, and executive coach. They discuss entrepreneurship and leadership, but also touch on Getting from the "real" you, to the "ideal" you, the Power of Vulnerability and other important subjects within the episode.Be sure to get copy of his book, 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑬𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒖𝒓. It's a GREAT read or listen.Useful Links:https://www.amazon.com/Good-Entrepreneur-Insiders-Building-Principled-ebook/dp/B09P4S23WChttps://www.nickkennedycoaching.com/T...
2022-10-1433 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadProfitability through Analytics, Planning, People and Culture - Clint Bowers, Founder & CEO of Smart Business Concepts LLCIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Clint Bowers about Smart Business Concepts LLC and how businesses fail or succeed based on planning. Business shouldn’t be guesswork. With the right expertise, numbers can tell you almost everything. We discuss how analytics, planning and going full Sherlock into your numbers can find you more profit. Instead of digging for clues, you’re digging for dollars. And you can usually find a lot of value hidden in the cracks. Clint also talks about the challenges in growing his own business, and difficulties in hiring, recruitment, and the importance of a defi...
2022-09-3030 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadBalancing Cost & Quality of Care - Renzo Luzzatti, President, US-RX CareIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Renzo Luzzatti about Balancing Cost & Quality of Care. Renzo Luzzatti is the President of US-RX Care. US-Rx Care provides “Pharmacy Benefits Risk Management” services to a wide range of clients exposed to pharmacy risk. Their experience is well-earned with two decades of service to more than 4 million lives and over $50 million in drug cost savings enjoyed by their clients. US-Rx Care’s expertise includes all aspects of pharmacy management including exceptional savings on specialty pharmaceuticals such as cancer, arthritis, and infusion therapies.Useful Links:https://usrxca...
2022-04-2242 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadGrowth of a Leader - Heath Oakes, CEO of National Family Care Life InsuranceIn this episode, Dan Labroad speaks to Heath Oakes, CEO of National Family Care Life Insurance, a company based around offering simple, straightforward benefits, non-expensive policies, uncomplicated language, and ZERO hidden fees.Useful Links:https://www.nfcbenefits.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/heath-oakes-3959a222/This podcast is hosted by Dan Labroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services.https://ovationlife.comProduced by Work Innovators Studiosworkinnovatorsstudios.com Learn more about your...
2022-03-2543 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadScriptCo, Making Prescription Medication AffordableIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Zach Zeller and Mark McCormik, Founders of ScriptCo, a membership-based pharmacy making prescription medications more affordable for everyone. ScriptCo does not accept any form of insurance. They supply the same generic medications at ACTUAL WHOLESALE COST. Their medication prices to members are the same price they buy the medications for.Useful Links:https://scriptco.com/This podcast is hosted by Dan LaBroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services.https://ovationlife.comProduced by...
2022-03-1046 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadSelf-Funded with Spencer Smith, SVP of Sales, PlansightIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Spencer Smith, SVP of Sales at Plansight, about self-funding, stop-loss insurance, spec agg, and the good and bad of lasers. Plansight is an RFP that creates a platform for communication and collaboration between brokers and carriers to create better benefits. Since both Dan and Spencer host podcasts, they also delve into the positive impacts they have experienced creating content for the healthcare industry.Useful Links:https://www.plansight.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-fundedThis podcast is...
2022-02-2437 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadRevolutionizing the Healthcare Industry with Michael Gorton and Nelson GriswoldIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Michael Gorton and Nelson Griswold about the state of the U.S. healthcare industry and what needs to change. Michael Gorton is a 14x Serial Entrepreneur who has created tens of billions of dollars in net worth from companies he has started.. As one of the pioneers of telemedicine and digital health, Gorton helped create, what is becoming a trillion-dollar industry. Nelson Griswold is chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network and founder and chairman of the ASCEND Agency Growth & Leadership Summit. He is a nationally-known agency reinvention and growth expert,
2022-02-111h 03The Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadMarshall Allen, "Never Pay the First Bill' Part 2In this episode, Dan LaBroad continues his conversation with Marshall Allen on why you should never pay the first healthcare bill and the truth behind healthcare costs. He's spent more than fifteen years investigating the health care industry as a journalist, exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans: price gouging, sloppy billing, fraud, insurance denials, unnecessary treatment, and more. He is the author of, “Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win”. His stories have been featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, The Today Show...
2021-12-2334 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadMarshall Allen, "Never Pay the First Bill' Part 1In this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Marshall Allen about why you should never pay the first healthcare bill and the truth behind healthcare costs. He's spent more than fifteen years investigating the health care industry as a journalist, exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans: price gouging, sloppy billing, fraud, insurance denials, unnecessary treatment, and more. He is the author of, “Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win”. His stories have been featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, The Today Show, and other...
2021-12-1739 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadMarshall Allen, "Never Pay the First Bill' Part 1In this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Marshall Allen about why you should never pay the first healthcare bill and the truth behind healthcare costs. He's spent more than fifteen years investigating the health care industry as a journalist, exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans: price gouging, sloppy billing, fraud, insurance denials, unnecessary treatment, and more. He is the author of, “Never Pay the First Bill: And Other Ways to Fight the Health Care System and Win”. His stories have been featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, The Today Show, and other outle...
2021-12-1653 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadGary Becker, ScriptSourcing - Take Control of Your Pharmacy SpendIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Gary Becker, CEO of ScriptSourcing, about how to take control of your pharmacy spend. Their programs are designed to provide affordable meds for your employees, which means not only will they have access to the drugs, but they will also be more likely to follow their prescribed doses. They provide employee outreach, a proactive approach, ongoing monitoring and identification of savings opportunities, and prescription advocacy.Useful Links:Gary Becker, CEO, ScriptSourcinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/garycbecker/https://scriptsourcing.com/
2021-11-1929 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadAssured Benefits Administrators (ABA) and Third Party Administrators (TPA)In this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Assured Benefits Administrators (ABA) about Third Party Administrators (TPA) and how ABA has made health plans that help employers pay less while also getting better outcomes. ABA has a successful track record of administering self-funded health plans that spans more than 35 years. Their scalable and customizable solutions help to lower costs and improve member outcomes.Useful Links:Assured Benefits Administrators: https://www.abadmin.com/This podcast is hosted by Dan LaBroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services.https...
2021-10-2148 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadEmployer Flexible, Mythbusting and the Benefits of a PEOIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Employer Flexible about the benefits and myths of a PEO. At Employer Flexible, their mission is to be a business advocate, passionate about delivering clear solutions that drive performance the right way. They combine their intuition and expertise to truly get to know their clients, their client's culture, and their client's people to make sure they get what they need. They foster one-to-one relationships built on having a meaningful dialogue about their client's business. They do whatever it takes to impact what matters.Useful Links:E...
2021-10-0745 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadPatrick Martell and Reference Based PricingIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Patrick Martell about ClaimDoc and Reference Based Pricing. Patrick is the Vice President of Business Development at ClaimDoc with 13 years of experience in Employee Group Benefits. He is also a subject matter expert in the field of Reference Based Pricing (RBP) / Value-Based Payments (VBP) as well as an analytical and industrious senior sales professional with a track record of maximizing relationships and resources, building trust, and influencing positive outcomes.Useful Links:ClaimDOC: https://claim-doc.com/Patrick Martell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martellpatrick
2021-09-0947 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadDavid Contorno and Healthcare CostsIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to David Contorno about Healthcare Costs. David Contorno is the Founder of E Powered Benefits. David began his career in the insurance industry at the age of 14 and has since become a leading expert in the realm of employee benefits over the last 21 years. Among his many accolades, David received a Broker Spotlight in 2004 and was recognized as an outstanding Broker of Service in 2005 through 2014 by Blue Cross Blue Shield. He has continually received the Echelon Award by United Healthcare since 2003, reserved for the top 1% of agents nationally, and was a 2015 “40 Under 40” Award Winn...
2021-08-2053 min
Self-FundedEpisode 14 - Dan LaBroadDan Labroad is the founder and CEO of Ovation Health and Life Services, a full service insurance consulting firm, with a specialty in self-funding. Dan is also a serial entrepreneur with a long track record of building successful business, and he bought and sold his first company (a paper route) at 13! Check out his company here - https://ovationlife.com/
2021-07-0953 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadJoe Fernandez and Employee BenefitsIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Joe Fernandez about Employee Benefits and how Joe's company, TBX Benefits, helps companies simplify their employee benefits. A veteran of more than 30 years in the insurance and employee benefits business, Joe has qualified for many national sales award conferences and is the winner of numerous top national and regional awards. Most recently, he is a recipient of the Employee Benefit News’ 2016 Dig|Benefits award for innovation in the field of employee benefits technology.Useful Links:Article Mentioned: https://www.calbrokermag.com/in-this-issue/be...
2021-06-2928 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadRey Colon and TelehealthIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Rey Colon about Telehealth and his company, My Telemedicine. Mr. Colon’s career in online brand marketing, market development, and management, expands more than 15 years and his cutting-edge leadership has garnered much industry recognition for his latest project MyTelemedicine, a Healthcare technology company. He co-founded AmeriDoc, another healthcare tech company, that was acquired by Teladoc in 2013 which serviced over 1.5 million members nationwide. MyTelemedicine currently has more than 500 board-certified physicians in its network nationwide who serves more than one million patient members. The company is still growing.Useful Li...
2021-05-1125 minThe Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadSeth Denson and the U.S. Healthcare SystemIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Seth Denson about the U.S. Healthcare System. Seth Denson is the President & Co-Founder of GDP Advisors. Originally from Midland, TX but with business experience throughout the United States and abroad, Mr. Denson blends metropolitan thinking with a straightforward West Texas "tell it like it is" style.Useful Links:Seth Denson Ted Talk https://youtu.be/lEh0g0R46DoBook: The Cure: A Blueprint for Solving America’s Healthcare Crisis https://www.amazon.com/dp/1950892077/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_M0C4RHCQWBVS1YMAX...
2021-05-0420 min
The Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadNelson Griswold and Healthcare BenefitsIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Nelson Griswold about Healthcare Benefits. Nelson Griswold is the Founder and Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network. The NextGen Benefits Network is a national alliance of business consultants who work with CEOs and CFOs who want to take control of their health care spending to manage costs, improve the quality of care, and eliminate their employees’ out-of-pocket health care costs. https://nextgenbenefits.networkThis podcast is hosted by Dan LaBroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services. https://ovationlife.com/Powered by Work Innovators Network https://www.workinnovators.com/
2021-04-2628 min
The Ovation Show w/ Dan LabroadBrian Searcy and Situational AwarenessIn this episode, Dan LaBroad speaks to Brian Searcy about Situational Awareness. Brian is a Col. (Retired) USAF and President of Paratus Group. His vision for The Paratus Group is to “Redefine How Safety is Learned” to make schools, churches, the workplace, and our communities as safe as possible.This podcast is hosted by Dan LaBroad, CEO of Ovation Health & Life Services. https://ovationlife.com/ Powered by Work Innovators Network https://www.workinnovators.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-2017 min