Big Pharma has become big business!  In 2021 alone, United States pharmacy revenue exceeded $500 billion, and it is costing every stakeholder throughout the insurance industry and society at large.  Brandon Simon will help us better understand this sophisticated industry, as well as share some ideas to help reduce costs, while making sure health plan members are taken care of.

As Murray Group continues to grow, we are excited to announce that we recently joined forces with Myriad Benefits, an independent benefits brokerage operating primarily in Southern Idaho. Listen in as Chad Murray and Derek Stephenson (former President of Myriad), discuss the merger and what is in store for Murray Group’s future.

In 1983, a Coeur d'Alene school principal made a promise to two siblings suffering from abuse: "I will build you a home to keep you safe". Seven years later, the Children's Village opened. Children’s Village is a trauma responsive safe haven, restoring trust and hope for children and families who experience abuse, neglect or are in crisis.Join us as we sit down with Vanessa Moos, CEO of The Children's Village to discuss her background, and how The Children's Village has grown with helped the community in the PNW.Website:thechildrensvillage.orgEvents:thechildrensvillage.org/events

Tesh, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to provide choices and opportunities to children and adults with disabilities. Tesh has been connecting with and walking the life journey with families in Kootenai County and the surrounding areas since 1976.https://www.teshinc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/teshinccda

Mark and Nancy sit down to discuss what the No Surprises Act is, who it affects, and how it works. The No Surprises Act will take effect January 1st, 2022.

Tune in to this episode to learn from Beth Edwards, Murray Group's retiree and Medicare specialist. With over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Beth shares her expertise and discusses the ins and outs of the Individual and Medicare Insurance world.

In this episode Mark interviews Kaia Barnes, who leads Murray Group's Employee Concierge department. Tune in to learn how Murray Group concierge helps members navigate insurance questions and claims issues.

In this episode Mark interviews Branden Campbell to discuss how voluntary benefits can be a strategic part of setting up your insurance benefits, whether you are an employee or an employer.

For our third episode of The Murray Connection we interview Chad Murray, President of Murray Group. We discuss how Murray Group came to be, a little bit of personal background on Chad himself, and his thoughts on the direction of the insurance industry.

Mark and Natalie sit down to discuss what the Blue Cross Blue Shield Settlement is all about, what it means for employees and employers, and what you need to do if you are an eligible class action member.

Holly Bruner is the lead administrator in the COBRA department at Murray Group. In this episode we discuss COBRA, as well as ARPA, and what it means for employers and employees.Time Stamps:Holly's background 0:30COBRA 2:40ARPA 9:00