221 - From Financial Advisor to Healthcare Disruptor -The Donovan Ryckis Story

Donovan Ryckis is leading a healthcare revolution—one grounded in leadership, accountability, and total transparency. As CEO of Ethos Benefits, he exposes the broken incentives in traditional benefits brokerage, where rising premiums often pad broker commissions. His fiduciary approach flips the model: no backdoor deals, no hidden fees, and no vague renewals. Just clear numbers and bold decisions.

In this episode, Donovan walks through how he saved a client from a 37% rate hike—without cutting coverage. He explains how ERISA laws make employers responsible for plan decisions, even if they don't understand them. He also breaks down how healthcare lawsuits are forcing CEOs, CFOs, and HR leaders to take their fiduciary duties seriously—or face legal consequences.

Donovan doesn’t talk about leadership in theory—he practices it by telling hard truths, navigating complex data, and challenging a system rigged for opacity. This episode is a must-listen for any leader responsible for a company’s healthcare decisions.

Want to learn more about Donovan Ryckis' work? Check out his website at https://www.EthosBenefits.com.

Connect with Donovan Ryckis on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/donovanryckis.

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