Contributors

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Ben Conner

After earning a finance degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2006, Ben joined Conner Insurance as an advisor. His strengths in strategic planning and communication quickly made him a top advisor in the Indiana insurance industry, working with prominent companies by his late 20s. Promoted to CEO in 2013, Ben and his partners acquired Conner Insurance in 2015. Under his leadership, the firm tripled in size, retained 90% of clients, expanded its advisor team, and grew its customer base significantly. His clients have achieved flat or reduced healthcare costs, a rare feat in the industry. Conner Insurance has been named a Best Place to Work in Indiana nine times and earned multiple Healthiest Workplace awards. Ben has also received national recognition, including finalist for BenefitsPro’s 2020 Broker of the Year. He lives in Indianapolis with his wife and three children and enjoys sports, reading, traveling, and family time.

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Todd Hufford

Todd Hufford is the Chief Operations Officer at Conner Insurance based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Previously, Todd was the Senior Business Consultant at Conner Insurance and also held positions at Navigate Capital Management. Todd received a Bachelor degree from Purdue University.

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Guests

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Andy Long

Andy graduated from Taylor University and joined the family business. He started working with his grandfather, Charles Royal Jr., at age 12, washing cars. In college, he worked in the Parts and Service Departments. After graduation, Andy led the Internet Sales Department at the Royal Group's Eastside location. In 2010, he became Sales Manager at Royal South Toyota/Scion, focusing on pre-owned vehicle acquisition and remarketing. Promoted to General Manager and partner in 2017, he became President and Dealer Principal in 2022. He is also a partner at Royal on the Eastside and Royal South Mazda/Volvo. Andy appreciates having Brad, his mentor, as Executive VP. He and his wife have two girls, two boys, and one adopted child from Africa. He is passionate about strengthening local business ties and loves Toyota, aiming to help you find your next vehicle. He honors Charles Royal's legacy of customer service, transparency, and honesty at Royal South Toyota.


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