Cayce E. Lynch, National Managing Partner and Equity Partner at Tyson & Mendes, joins Julie to talk about what it takes to lead in today’s evolving insurance defense industry. Under her leadership, the firm has quadrupled in size, launched groundbreaking programs for women, young professionals, and diverse talent, and reshaped how legal teams are trained nationwide.

Cayce shares how she balances high-impact decision-making with a people-first philosophy, why she champions work-life harmony over outdated notions of “balance,” and how authenticity fuels stronger organizations. She also discusses her work educating the industry on Nuclear Verdict® trends and social inflation.

Ms. Lynch has been recognized with numerous awards, including San Diego Business Journal’s “Business Women of the Year” Award (2017), “Top 40 Under 40” by both San Diego Metro and San Diego Business Journal (2018, 2019), and CLM’s inaugural “Phenoms Under 40” (2022). She has also been listed as a “Woman of Influence in Law” (2021-2023) and a “Leader of Influence in Law” (2023) by San Diego Business Journal.

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In this episode of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie, we sit down with Kelly Cressy, National Business Development Manager at Haag and a true connector in the P&C world. With more than two decades of experience, Kelly’s known for building relationships that drive real growth — and for doing it with authenticity and energy. From her corporate leadership to founding Magnolia Cigar Company in Savannah, Kelly proves that business success and personal passion can go hand in hand. She’s a mentor, lifelong learner, and someone who reminds us that people come first, no matter the industry.

On this episode of Connecting Women in Insurance with Julie, Joanna “Jo” Farris—Owner and CEO of TSI Adjusters, Inc.—shares how she learned the industry from the ground up and built a respected, woman-owned adjusting firm serving clients nationwide. Her blueprint? The principles behind TSI’s name: Trust, Service, and Integrity.

In this episode, we sit down with Erika Duda, founder of InsureQuest and a trailblazer with over two decades in the insurance industry. Erika blends her background in organizational psychology with deep industry expertise to reshape how companies train, lead, and grow their people.

From Los Angeles hustle to Florida sunshine, Erika’s story is one of resilience, curiosity, and servant leadership. Whether you’re leading a team, building your career, or just looking for inspiration from a woman redefining what leadership looks like in our industry—this episode will leave you fired up and ready to grow.

Julie sits down with powerhouse trial attorney Lesley Simms, Partner at Rubinton Simms, to talk about work ethic, resilience, and carving your own path in law and insurance. From prosecuting major felony cases to leading high-stakes insurance trials, Lesley’s story is proof that sometimes you have to make your own way.

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🎙️ In this episode, Julie sits down with Mary Jorgensen, a Registered Nurse with 31 years of clinical and consulting experience and a mom of four boys to explore her unique career path.

Mary has reviewed 1,000+ cases spanning personal injury, workers’ compensation, premises liability, medical malpractice, toxic torts, and long-term care. She explains how clinical judgment and clear documentation strengthen claims from day one.

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In this episode, Julie welcomes Malaika Kattke, a seasoned executive leader with over 25 years of experience guiding organizations through growth, change, and transformation. Known for her strategic vision and collaborative leadership style, Malaika shares insights on building high-performing teams, fostering organizational culture, and leading with confidence in evolving industries.

Whether you’re a rising professional or seasoned leader, this episode offers valuable takeaways on leadership, resilience, and navigating change.

🎙️ On Episode 8 of Connecting Women in Insurance, Julie sits down with Penelope Lemery—20+ year insurance veteran turned founder of Lemery Connects Recruiting & Consulting. Penelope reveals how “listening first” has helped her place top talent, advise leading carriers, and even launch Santa Paws, her charity pet‑rescue event.