Ep 39: The State of the Insurance Industry and Rising Premiums
In Episode 39, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Denise Johnson, President and CEO of Big "I" Oklahoma. They sit down to discuss the state of the insurance industry and touch on rising premiums.
Denise Johnson - Denise, an Oklahoma native and graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, serves as the president and CEO of Big I Oklahoma. Previously, she served as Vice President at ECI Agency and made history as the first woman to chair the Executive Board of Directors for the Independent Insurance Agents of Oklahoma. A passionate advocate, Denise was a 2017 IBA Woman of Distinction finalist and was included in the 2018 Hot 100 List. Outside of work, she's active in her church, enjoys reading and traveling, and is a breast cancer survivor. She lives in Yukon with her husband.
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Ep 38 - Part 2: The Critical Work Being Done at OID
Episode 38, Part 2 - Commissioner Mulready sits down with Ashley Scott, OID's Government & Community Affairs Director, to discuss the key policy developments that shaped OID in 2024 and offer a look ahead at what to expect in 2025.
Ashley Scott - Ashley, who has led OID's government and community outreach since June 2020, brings over 10 years of experience, including her time as a legislative liaison at the Oklahoma State Department of Health and her service in the House of Representatives.
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Ep 38 - Part 1: The Critical Work Being Done at OID
In this episode, Commissioner Mulready welcomes Brian Downs, the First Deputy Commissioner and Chief of Staff at the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID). Brian takes us behind the scenes of OID, shedding light on his role and responsibilities, particularly in overseeing the day-to-day administrative and regulatory operations of the department. He shares insights into the key tasks involved in ensuring the smooth functioning of the OID and its impact on Oklahoma's insurance landscape.
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Ep 37: Public Health and Wellness in Oklahoma
Episode 37: In this month's Mulready Minute Podcast, Commissioner Mulready discusses important public health and wellness topics and highlights how we can all contribute to improving outcomes. Our special guest is Buffy Heater, a seasoned health advocate, policy expert, and leader in the conversations surrounding health disparities and equity. With years of experience, Buffy brings invaluable insights to the discussion.
Buffy Heater, MPH, Chief Strategy Officer at OSDH, has over 25 years of experience in Medicaid, public health policy, and program implementation. She joined OSDH in 2017, became CSO in 2022, and oversees transformation, performance, project management, and technology strategy. Buffy holds degrees from Northeastern State University and the University of Oklahoma and has led key roles at the Oklahoma Health Care Authority and Governor Fallin’s Cabinet.
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Ep 36: Elevating Oklahoma's Health - A Conversation with Lance Walker
During this months Mulready Minute Podcast, Commissioner Mulready and Lance Walker discuss how to improve health metrics in Oklahoma by 2030. They explore the role of performance science in transforming health outcomes and highlight the mission of the Human Performance and Nutrition Research Institute (HPNRI) at Oklahoma State.
Lance Walker is the Executive Director of the Human Performance and Nutrition Research Institute at Oklahoma State University. A physical therapist, coach, and expert in human performance, he integrates exercise science and sports medicine for athletes across all levels and disciplines. Previously, Lance was Executive Vice President and Global Performance Director at Michael Johnson Performance. His experience spans the NFL, NCAA, high schools, and private sports performance. His three-decade career includes roles as a lab coordinator, NIKE Performance Council member, author, and researcher. Lance has worked in 13 countries, supporting thousands of athletes, including NFL first-round picks, Olympic gold medalists, world champions, and Super Bowl MVPs. A former professor and clinical instructor, he continues to shape the field of sports performance and athlete development worldwide.
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