Influential Women Leaders in Insurance, 2024

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MIB
Andrea Caruso
I am the EVP & Chief Operating Officer of MIB with oversight for MIB’s products, sales, marketing, communications, client relations, and underwriting functions. I started in the industry right out of high school as a new mom. I was determined to dispel any perceptions of what my future may hold and focused on finding a job that had both benefits and advancement opportunities.
FastTrack
Heidi Bedgar
Heidi Bedgar, Senior Vice President of Product Strategies at FastTrack, a leading provider of claims technology solutions & services for the Life & Disability Insurance industry, stands as a testament to dedication and adaptability. Molded by more than three decades of hands-on experience, her journey from a Registered Nurse to a distinguished leader in insurance showcases her passion for innovation and serving people with care.


Sutherland Insurance TPA
Laurel Jordan
In the world of insurance, Laurel Jordan is not just a Senior Executive at Sutherland Insurance TPA. She is a woman of many roles, a devoted wife, a nurturing mother to four grown children, and a proud grandmother to a ten-year-old. Residing in Lexington, KY, Laurel finds joy in traveling, cooking, and delving into a good book.
QBE Insurance Group Limited
Lisa Wolfe
The traditionally male-dominated insurance industry is currently undergoing a significant evolution. In 2024, women are assuming increasingly crucial roles in shaping its trajectory. Lisa Wolfe stands as a prime example of this dynamic transformation.


1706 Advisors
Stacy Kahan
Stacy Kahan, the founder of 1706 Advisors, a distinguished insurance brokerage firm established over 30 years ago, has emerged as a stalwart leader in the industry. With a career spanning four decades, Stacy’s journey from a New York Life agent to the esteemed position of CEO at 1706 Advisors reflects a commitment to client-centric practices and innovative leadership.
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