Tony Cañas, CPCU, MBA, AU, ARM, ARe, AIC, AIS's Linkedin Analytics

Tony Cañas is an insurance evangelist, keynote speaker, best-selling author, podcast host, and yes—an actual magician. As the Founder of Top Hat Recruiting, he helps insurance carriers, MGAs, brokers, and insurtechs find the talent they need to grow—placing everyone from early-career underwriters to executive leaders. His work blends industry expertise with a human-first approach to recruiting, helping clients hire smarter and faster without losing their personality along the way. Tony’s life partner is the most amazing human in all of the universe’s existence, a force of nature, and a Guinness World Record Holder: https://www.instagram.com/wheelstravels 😍👩‍🦽‍➡️ Tony is also the co-founder of Insurance Nerds, the go-to community for emerging insurance talent. He’s the author of the best-selling book Insuring Tomorrow and the long-time co-host of Profiles in Risk, a leading podcast where he interviews insurance innovators and disruptors shaping the future of risk and beyond (watch here). Born in Costa Rica 🇨🇷 and now based in Atlanta, Tony holds a BS in MIS and an MBA from Iowa State University. Since 2009, he’s worked across claims, underwriting, finance, and sales for multiple carriers—earning more designations than most people have passwords: CPCU, AU, AIC, ARM, ARe, ASLI, API, AIS, and AINS. You’ll often find him talking talent trends on LinkedIn, mentoring young professionals, or performing sleight-of-hand as The Beltline Magician 🪄—because whether he’s on stage or on-site, connection is everything. 📣 Ways to Work with Tony Ready to bring some magic (and strategy) to your business? 💼 Need to hire in insurance, insurtech, or financial services? Tony can help you find your next rockstar hire—fast, smart, and with flair. 🎙️ Want to be a guest on the Profiles in Risk podcast? Share your story, spark industry conversation, and reach a wide audience of engaged professionals. 🎤 Looking for a keynote speaker for your next event? Tony brings energy, insight, and unforgettable takeaways—perfect for conferences, leadership summits, and association events. 🪄 Want to make your next conference unforgettable? Hire The Beltline Magician for interactive close-up magic, perfect for receptions, breakout sessions, and VIP events. 📩 Reach out at [email protected] and let’s make something awesome happen.