The Insurance People.
Hosted by Alteri CEO, Joshua Krenus, The Alteri Podcast focuses on a wide range of industries and products. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer looking for advice on home insurance, or your a seasoned entrepreneur trying to understand what your business needs, we have it all here for you!
Episode 36.
Facts on Insurance for Home-Based Businesses
Ok, it’s been a minute since we jumped into the podcast room to record another one of these educational beauties… but we’re back! Today Joshua Krenus talks about home-based businesses, how they can affect your home insurance, and why you should consider having a separate liability policy in place. Do you have customers visiting your house? How about staff? Or do you store equipment or materials in your home? These should all be considerations when choosing your next home policy. Let’s turn up the volume and rock out to some good old fashioned insurance education!
Episode 35.
The Importance of a Trusted Broker
Joshua Krenus is back in the hot seat for another educational episode of The Alteri Podcast! If you’re a homeowner, a car owner, or even a business owner, chances are you’ve used a broker for coverage, but why? It’s important to understand the value of the insurance agent, the dedication they must have to their career, and how it directly (and positively) affects the end consumer. Turn it up. Really, really, loud.
Episode 34.
What Determines Insurance Premiums?
We’re back for another educational episode on The Alteri Podcast! Today we’re talking about premiums, how they are generated, and the method behind the madness. Insurance is all about selling umbrellas in the sunshine, so it’s important to understand how pricing is configured in anticipation of a rainy day. We hope you enjoy this one and thanks for listening!
Episode 33.
What ICBC Doesn’t Want You To Know
We’re back and guess what!? We have someone in the hot seat! Join Joshua Krenus as he chats everything auto with Alteri insurance’s auto expert Amanda Runcer. Listen in as the pair discuss the modern day monopoly, what questions consumers are asking before they make their purchase, and why it’s so important to understand the current options available to BC consumers. It’s all unedited (but not really), it’s completely unfiltered (but not quite), and it’s all here (on The Alteri Podcast).
Episode 32.
Small Business Insurance in Canada
Put on your helmet, buckle your seatbelt, and crank up the volume because things are about to get crazy in the podcast room! Ok, it’s not going to get that crazy, but we’re pretty excited about it. Today, Joshua Krenus talks about the importance of small business insurance, and the two main things you should be considering when it comes to risk mitigation. Lights. Mics. Action!
Episode 31.
The Technicalities of Home Insurance
Joshua Krenus is back in the hot seat for an all new episode! Today we’re talking home insurance, well three specific categories that make up the policy. Learn why the re-build cost is so important, how liability coverage works, and the necessary endorsements that will help ‘beef-up’ your coverage. Let’s get excited and learn how to protect your biggest investment!
Episode 30.
3 Reasons Why Becoming an Insurance Broker is a Great Career Choice
Welcome back! It’s been one year since the launch of our little podcast, and we are excited to keep plowing forward. Episode 30 brings attention to insurance brokers - the lifeblood of our massive industry. Join Joshua Krenus as encourages jobseekers to make the jump into insurance, why it’s a good idea to make it a career choice, and three main reasons other industries can’t compete. Don’t be shy. It’s all coming to you live from The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 29.
The Age of Cyber Insurance
Today we’re talking cyber coverage, so grab your computer, put on the balaclava, and let's get into this thing! Whether you are a software company, or a local grocery store with a website, every company is now exposed to cyber crime and online risk. In this episode, Joshua Krenus reveals the reason insurers are addressing this issue, what products are currently available, and why its important to consider protecting yourself against hackers. It's prevalent, it's happening, and it's being discussed right here on The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 28.
The Essentials of Landlord Insurance
Listen to this! No seriously, listen to it…We’re back with another episode, and today we're chatting about landlord coverage! Get ready because we're coming at you with a full bouquet of beautiful insurance knowledge. Here we go again!
Episode 27.
The Why’s, What’s and How’s of Travel Insurance
The restrictions are lifting, the masks are lowering, and the planes are taking off! People are excited to be travelling all over the world again, for business and pleasure, so it’s time to reconsider travel insurance. Join Joshua Krenus as he walks us down the options, the benefits, and the importance of these policies. It’s getting hot in here because we’re turning up heat in the podcast room – it’s educational, it’s sexy, and it’s all here on The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 26.
Understanding Disability Insurance
We’re switching gears this week and moving into the sexy world of insurance. Host, Joshua Krenus, gives us a look at injury coverage, what it helps protect and how the policy is structured. Grab your T4 and get cozy because things are about to get crazy up in here!
Episode 25.
Bianca Hayes: Pursing Your Passion
Don’t let her small appearance fool you - Bianca Hayes is a hell of a lot more than meets the eye and she has the stories to prove it. In Episode 25, this young woman reveals the devastating loss of her sister to ovarian cancer and the journey she has gone through since. Listen in as Krenus and Hayes chat about the horrible statistics on this specific disease, why BC is considered the global hub for its research, and what Bianca is doing to help. We laugh, we cry, and we have one of the most honest conversations to date. This is The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 24.
Dealing with the Stress of Entrepreneurship
We’re getting a bit more serious than usual this week in the podcast room. Today our host, Joshua Krenus, dives into a topic and discussion he is very passionate about – the loneliness and stress of being an entrepreneur. Krenus chats on what to expect if you decide to start businesses, what it can do to your emotional and mental well-being, and three ways that can help deal with it. It’s un-edited (not really though), it’s live (sort of) and it’s all here (here being the internet). This is The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 23.
Business Insurance in Canada
Do you own or run your own business? Have you experienced the process of getting that business insurance? Whether you are a first-time entrepreneur, or you are a seasoned veteran, today’s episode dives into the world of commercial insurance in Canada. Join Joshua in studio as he chats on what encompasses business coverage, what to expect when sourcing the best solution, and why it can be a difficult and lengthy process. Let’s go!
Episode 22.
Ken Sim: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Franchising Your Business
We’re only five feet apart in studio today, but don’t worry, no one has COVID! Episode 22 of The Alteri Podcast brings serial entrepreneur, Ken Sim, into the hot seat. Who better to discuss the topic of franchising than the co-founder of Nurse Next Door, North America’s largest home healthcare provider. Listen in as Krenus and Sim discuss the basic foundations of franchising, the questions you should be asking yourself, and what you should be prepared for if you decide to lend out your brand. Lights. Mics. Camera. Action!
Episode 21.
Common Errors Made When Scaling a Business
Grab your green tea and turn up the volume because we’re laying it all on the table this week. Episode 21 has Joshua Krenus alone in studio, but don’t worry, he’s here to bring education with entertainment value. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, or currently running a company, this episode will help you understand the key differences between growth and scale, and how to avoid common errors when expanding. Snuggle up and turn it up. This is The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 20.
Jill Sinclair: The Mindset of Successful Entrepreneurs
Leave the kids at home for this one because we have Jill Sinclair in studio today and she makes no apologies! Episode 20 brings a professional speaker, author, and business coach to chat on the mindset of entrepreneurs. Jill has worked with hundreds of top tier business-people and today we get to hear her advice on what ‘the best of the best’ have in common. We swear, we laugh, we learn, and we do it all here on The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 19.
Why Group Benefits are Crucial
He’s no Megan Fox, but his profession is sure sexy. This week brings Group Benefits specialist, Matthew Grossholz, onto the podcast. Listen in to learn how these plans are structured, why they are important for talent retention, and what to expect when applying. If you are a business owner, or just a person with a pulse, you might want to consider tuning into this episode. It’s real, It’s unfiltered and it’s all here on The Alteri Podcast. Luiz hit it!
Episode 18.
Why It’s Important to Have a Board
Joshua is all alone in studio today, but that’s okay because he’s an entrepreneur and the feeling of loneliness doesn’t scare him. This episode explains what board members are for, what value they are expected to bring, and why it’s okay if you hate them sometimes! Sit back, turn up the volume and listen to this week’s entrepreneurial podcast brought to you by Alteri Insurance.
Episode 17.
Becoming a Successful Woman in Business
The Alteri Podcast is changing it up this week. That’s right, we have our first female guest! Her name might be tough to pronounce, but there’s no mistaking her outgoing and determined personality. Join Oksana Suvorova in Episode 17 as she chats on moving from Russian to Israel before arriving in Vancouver, how being attractive is not always a good thing for women, and why it’s important to keep throwing sh*t at the wall! She’s full of energy and she’s chatting with Joshua Krenus this week on the podcast for entrepreneurs.
Episode 16.
Jason Humeniuk: Getting a Mortgage as a Business Owner
Open, closed, fixed, variable! What does it all mean! Tune into Episode 16 and hear a true-pro chat on Canadian lending. Jason Humeniuk, from Jason.Mortgages, helps us understand the application process, how approvals work, and why this all goes ‘out the window’ for business owners. Looking to buy a property inside your holding company? Or maybe you are thinking about a vacation home in the States? It’s educational, it’s strategic, and it’s all here on The Alteri Podcast.
Episode 15.
Sekeres & Price: Turning a Podcast into a Business
Crank up the volume and bring your A-game because Matt and Blake are in the house and they came ready to play! Episode 15 brings the first-ever appearance of professional podcasters into the studio, and it shows. Join Joshua Krenus and Spencer Nicholson as the pair co-host this episode and bring forth a dynamic discussion on the demise of radio, the growth of podcasts and how to distinguish yourself in a world of choices and noise. Here we go!
Episode 14.
How to Become a Successful Lawyer in Canada
They’re partners in Canada’s largest law firm and they’re only here for 19 minutes, so let’s jump right in before they change their minds and start billing us! In Episode 14, Host Joshua Krenus brings Matthew Swanson and Andrew Hennigar, two wildly successful lawyers from BLG, to chat on everything law. Learn more about the schooling path, how much new lawyers can expect to make, and why it’s okay if you decide you don’t want to practice after graduation. The beer is cold, and the conversation is hot – Luiz hit it!
Episode 13.
Things to Know Before Starting a Business
Luiz comes late to the party, but we won't let that ruin the mood. Episode 13 is here and it's on the internet now, so it's here to stay! Have you ever thought about starting a business, but don't know where to begin? Listen in as Joshua Krenus discusses his PIL rule, the fundamental's of starting a company, and the important things to consider before doing so. Music please!
Episode 12.
Jeff Hart: Building and Selling a Multi-Million Dollar Business
Grab a pint, get comfortable and strap yourself in! Episode 12 puts Jeff Hart in the hot seat to tell his story of building, and eventually selling, Cansure - Canada's largest MGA. Learn about the company's humble beginnings, why Jeff decided to start the insurance business, and what he learned from selling his multi-million-dollar baby. He is the former CEO of this well respected giant, and we are lucky to have him with us. It's real, it's honest and it's right here on The Alteri Podcast!
Episode 11.
Spencer Nicholson: How Entrepreneurs Can Have a Positive Work-Life Balance
Spencer Nicholson is back in the hot seat, alongside host Joshua Krenus, for Episode 11. These lifelong friends discuss the importance of maintaining, and growing, their relationships. Throw in the earbuds and hear why Spencer blocks time off every day, why he believes communication is paramount, and how he simultaneously manages to take care of himself. It's all here on the Alteri podcast!
Episode 10.
Shawn Anderson: How to Become a Successful Real Estate Agent
He’s tall, he’s good lookin’, and he’s only here for seven minutes, so let’s get this thing going! In episode 10, Joshua interviews one of Vancouver’s top realtors, Shawn Anderson, on building a successful brand in today’s real estate market. Shawn helps us understand his strategy to selling, what sets him apart, and the impact social media has had on his business.
Episode 9.
Rob Rees: His Entrepreneurial Journey Through Marketing and Advertising
Episode 9 brings us a very special guest, Rob Rees, the founder of Northbeach Agency and Go Goat Sports. Rob's unfiltered and honest interview shows a journey that overcomes tremendous hardships. Learn how he turned the darkest period of his like into an opportunity, how his wife may have saved his life and what all these experiences have done for his business acumen. It's all happening here on the Alteri podcast.
Episode 8.
Bicycle Broker: How to Turn Your Passion Into Your Paycheque
Today we are in the presence of Dutch royalty. Join our guest, Nick Van Egmond, as he paints a picture of the local cycling community, where his enthusiasm for the sport originated and how his business, Bicycle Broker, is helping address the needs of these athletes. Here we go!
Episode 7.
5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Home Insurance
Beinvenue a la podcast d'alteri! Ok, that's the only french we know...Listen in as Joshua Krenus dives deep into home insurance, and what consumers need to know before making their coverage decisions. Whether you are a first time homeowner, or a seasoned veteran on the matter, episode 7 will leave you thinking about your own coverage needs - allons-y!
Episode 6.
The Mistakes of Young Entrepreneurs
Episode 6 brings Joshua's lifelong friend, and fellow entrepreneur, Spencer Nicholson onto the podcast. Listen in as the two Surrey natives exchange valuable lessons they learned from their business mistakes, the things they would tell their younger selves, and how they think you should approach the 'rosy' beginnings.
Episode 5.
First Steps as a Newcomer in Canada
Hide your wives and girlfriends! Episode 5 showcases our esteemed (and incredibly swave) Brazilian guest, Luiz Dittert. Born and raised in Rio, Luiz joins Joshua in talks of leaving home for a better and safer life, what that process looks like in Canada, and how his story is one of success.
Episode 4.
What is Auto Insurance in BC?
Do you ever wonder why BC does their auto differently that the rest of Canada? In Episode 4, Joshua is joined by Autoplan agent, Jovan Dulay. Join the pair as they discuss the begninnings of ICBC, how auto insurance works in British Columbia and why we pay what we pay.
Episode 3.
30 Under 30
Episode three dives deep into Joshua’s 30 Under 30 win and takes a refreshingly honest view of this prestigous accolade. How should these awards be seen? How and why do certain people win them? Listen in and learn from the experience of an actual recipient.
Episode 2.
How I Became an Entrepreneur
In Episode 2, Joshua walks us through how travelling for hockey, working in the family business and acting in New York all led him to starting his first company.
Episode 1.
Who is Alteri Insurance?
Listen in to Alteri’s founder, Joshua Krenus, as he explains the humble beginnings of this BC-based insurance agency, how it came to fruition and where the company sits today.