What happens when a business measures success not just by revenue, but by impact? On this episode of Conscious Curiosity SD, Jeff sat down with Bill Brennan, Principal & Chief Risk Officer of CMR Risk and Insurance Services, to explore how values-driven leadership fuels company culture and community impact.
Over the last five years, CMR has grown from 25 employees to nearly 70, and recognized as a Best Place to Work. Bill helped launch the CMR Community Foundation, investing in nonprofits and giving employees a direct role in philanthropy. Beyond business, Bill has dedicated decades of service to organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Cause Conference, proving that giving back isn’t just good for the community, it’s transformational for leaders too.
Tune in to hear Bill’s journey, why “a life worth giving is a life worth living,” and his vision for how San Diego businesses can be a model for the future.
Podcast Timestamps:
1:40 – Bill’s Journey to CMR
6:14 – CMR’s Values, Employee Driven Philanthropy & The CMR Community Foundation
10:48 – The Business Value of Community Impact
13:00 – Bill’s DNA, “A Life Worth Giving is a Life Worth Living”
15:14 – The Cause Conference & Optimism for San Diego
19:30 – Personal Values & Looking Ahead
23:31 – CMR Leadership & Growth: Creating Company Culture from the Top
27:10 – Hiring & Mentoring the Right People
32:48 – The Big Idea: The Joy of Giving
Links from the Episode:
CMR Risk and Insurance Services