Safe to Be Yourself: Danielle Rohr on Leading by Example

In this episode, I interview Danielle Rohr, AVP and broker at Wholesure, to talk about her dynamic path into transportation insurance and the leadership mindset that has fueled her growth. Danielle shared how she went from a background in theater and writing to building a successful wholesale career specializing in cargo and stock throughput, a transition sparked in part by her husband’s early encouragement and her own adaptability during industry shifts like the rise of Uber. We talked about her boutique, relationship-first approach, the art of positioning risk between retailers and underwriters, and why honesty and transparency continue to be her most powerful differentiators. Danielle also shared what inspired her to found the Las Vegas chapter of the Young Risk Professionals Network and her passion for developing the next generation of insurance talent.

Danielle also spoke candidly about her health journey. After Danielle received a BRACA1 diagnosis which put her at a 70% lifetime risk for breast cancer she made the decision to undergo a prophylactic double mastectomy last fall to reduce her lifetime risk. She also details her IVF experience and the emotional realities many women, especially working mothers, carry while building their careers. We discussed the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability, why empathy from leadership drives stronger performance (not weaker), and how mindfulness and boundaries help her stay present both at work and at home.