Is your franchise healthy? We’ll find out with the Franchise Resource team

David Thiessen • February 28, 2026
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Episode 2227 notes NebraskaBlue’s Heather Rollin s is a ICHRA Plan Specialist and in this, our second show on the topic of ICHRA, we open up the discussion with all the details on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska‘s defined contribution medical plan and how it can help control costs, reduce administrative burden and still offer employees a lot more choice. If you are a business owner, CEO/CFO, HR Director, or anyone in business or industry with cost concerns and/or a complex workforce, even if you have workers outside of Nebraska… you’ll find today’s show a must watch! Even though the information concerns employers in Nebraska, I think it’s very helpful; to anyone in any location to identify and seek these amazing health benefits, plans and approaches. Learn more: http://nebraskablue.com/getaquote This is season 22, episode 27 of America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall. Need help or have something to share? Send me a message. Contact Cary Hall, America's Healthcare Advocate: https://www.americashealthcareadvocate.com/contact-us For advertising options, email us at advertise@hianetwork.com For in-show SageonRQ mentions, go to: SageonRQ.ai or https://app.sageonrq.ai/
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S22 E06 - Is your franchise healthy? 


We’ll find out with the Franchise Resource team at Franchise Resource, LLC

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From accounting and payroll to healthcare, Luke Towey and his team consult with clients to find the perfect franchise that fits their personal needs, interests, and resources! We will learn a lot today, and if you are a franchisee or a franchisor, we will discuss ways to make them thrive.


This is season 22 Ep 6 of America’s Healthcare Advocate. I’m Cary Hall.


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