Culture, Stress & the Perks that Stick
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Release Date: 11/01/2025
The Small Business Leadership Gap: Why It Exists and How to Close It
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Small businesses are feeling the strain of a growing leadership gap — and the numbers tell a powerful story. Nearly half of small businesses that took our recent organizational wellbeing poll say they lack effective leaders internally, and almost one in three rate their current leadership effectiveness as only average or poor*. In this newest audiocast episode, we explore what’s driving today’s leadership challenges, why so many organizations feel unprepared to fill a critical leadership vacancy, and what small businesses can do to build stronger, more resilient leaders. We’ll share...
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Lead with Insight: The Small Business Data Advantage
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Making informed HR and benefits decisions shouldn’t feel like guesswork — especially for small businesses. In this 10‑minute audiocast, Gallagher consultants break down how real benchmarking data helps smaller employers stay competitive, attract talent, and understand what employees expect today. More than 1,000 small businesses contributed to last year’s Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. By participating, you’ll get: A full year of insights and reports A deeper understanding of benefits, wellbeing, engagement, retirement, and HR tech trends Eligibility to be recognized...
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Keeping Up with Compliance - Peace of Mind in a Changing Landscape
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Running a business means wearing a lot of hats - and compliance can easily fall to the bottom of your to-do list. In this third episode of "From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders", we’ll break down today's most common compliance regulations for small organizations, the risks of not staying compliant, and practical solutions to give you peace of mind. Our Speakers: Dean Clune, Gallagher Divisional Vice President, Small Business Solutions & Industry Verticals HR & Benefits Division Stephanie Murphy, Gallagher Small Business Market Leader, West...
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Culture, Stress & the Perks that Stick
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Recruiting and retaining employees continues to be a top HR and operational priority for small businesses* – so it’s no secret that creating a culture and benefits strategy that feels personal and supportive is top of mind for many teams. In this second episode of "From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders", we'll explore the cost of turnover, how workplace culture affects your team, and strategies to not only reduce employee burnout but drive talent acquisition and loyalty. *Gallagher's 2025 Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey Our speakers: Dean Clune,...
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Finding the Right Benefits Strategy on a Budget
From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders
Benefits are no longer "one-size-fits-all" and with only 6% of small businesses having a multi-year benefits strategy*, choosing the right approach is crucial. In this first episode of "From Data to Direction, Smarter Strategies For Business Leaders", we'll explore how businesses can make smarter, more sustainable benefits decisions that support both employees and the bottom line. *Gallagher's 2025 Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey Our Speakers Dean Clune, Gallagher Divisional Vice President, Small Business Solutions & Industry Verticals HR & Benefits Division Matt Van Dyke,...
info_outlineRecruiting and retaining employees continues to be a top HR and operational priority for small businesses* – so it’s no secret that creating a culture and benefits strategy that feels personal and supportive is top of mind for many teams.
In this second episode of "From Data to Direction: Smarter Strategies for Business Leaders", we'll explore the cost of turnover, how workplace culture affects your team, and strategies to not only reduce employee burnout but drive talent acquisition and loyalty.
*Gallagher's 2025 Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey
Our speakers:
- Dean Clune, Gallagher Divisional Vice President, Small Business Solutions & Industry Verticals HR & Benefits Division
- Kathleen Schulz, Divisional Vice President, Global Innovation Leader, Organizational Wellbeing
- Brian Tolbert, Gallagher Small Business Market Leader, Southeast Region