Benefits Administration Professionals to Know 2025

You know how kids say “When I grow up, I want to be an astronaut!” Well I never knew what I wanted to be when I grew up and no one ever grows up saying “When I grow up I’m going to be an insurance agent!” Am I right? I started because of a motorcycle accident my husband and I were blessed to live through. Little did I know it would turn out to be the most amazing thing I could have ever done. I’ve been able to help families through tough situations related to their health and finances. Seen lives changed because of what I do… and I’m on a mission to impact even MORE families than ever before.I'm leaving a legacy of serving business owners, and their employees, through the insurance work I do every single day.

I am a 1st generation dual citizen Colombian who moved to the states in 2002. I am passionate about coaching, personal development, and driving change. I help organizations with 50+ employees in Arizona build a robust benefits strategy that tells THEIR story and helps maximize the ROI of caring about their people. With my previous experience as an HCM Consultant I have Extensive knowledge managing and helping organizations save $$, while improving functionality and offering cost savings in all areas of Human Resources including; Benefits, 401k, Workers Compensation, Employee Relations, Team Development, Workforce Management, Employee Retention, Training and Organization Development, Recruiting, and the Human capital side of mergers and acquisitions. This skill set has allowed me to ask the right questions and pinpoint my clients pain points like a true client advocate. As a part of the local SHRM-Greater Tucson and a Co-Director of the Community Outreach committee, I am responsible for assisting the committee chair and marketing committee chair in expanding the local Tucson HR community by building and maintaining relationships with other organizations and professionals. This includes working with other HR chapters, local networking groups, and industry associations to promote the chapter and its mission of enhancing the Southern Arizona HR community as a whole. In my free time I like to stay VERY active, spend time with my family, hang out with my 2 new kittens (cat dad), and expand my extensive Pun knowledge! "Why did the scarecrow get the HR job? Because.... it was Out-Standing in its field

As a professional with several years of experience working as an HR manager, including working in the financial services sector as a Quality Control Specialist and Accounts Receivable, I am now researching effective ways to reach a global audience through my writing. Working for American, European, and Asian organizations, as well as speaking three languages has allowed me to be highly adaptable while gaining valuable insights into life in an international workplace.

Strengths: Strategic management, leadership, mentoring, training, employee relations, benefits, processes, policies and procedures, business operations. Published author of management and human resources articles, and accomplished public speaker. Specialties: Leadership, strategic management, change management, benefits, employee relations, team building, operations management, process development, main/branch office operations, emotional intelligence, recruiting at all levels, unionized workforce, training.

Susan Andrews is a senior HR consultant with over 30 years of experience, specializing in HR functions, employee relations, and workforce strategy. At KIS Finance, she also helps clients navigate complex financial needs. With a deep understanding of risk management, compliance, and employment law, she has worked at board level, ensuring HR strategies align with business objectives. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD), Susan’s expertise includes designing reward and development strategies, implementing GDPR compliance, and managing complex employee relations issues. Outside of work, Susan enjoys horse riding, pilates, and reading.

Currently consulting with corporations, municipalities, and community organizations to develop cutting edge, PPACA compliant wellness programs that will help to create an overall corporate wellness culture and alleviate the escalating costs of health care. For more information about our programs, visit us at: www.Healthyfitfamily.com

Seasoned Human Resources and Senior Benefits and Compensation Professional with a passion for escalating the trajectory of the business for sustainable success and leading people to realize their potential. A strong focus in benefits management and plan design.

My passion is being the best at what I do as an HR extraordinaire. I am a dedicated and innovative human resources executive with close to 20 years of experience designing and executing human resources strategies with expertise in implementing personnel and industrial security programs in various industries including healthcare, the federal government, and non-for-profit.Whether it’s managing my company’s Human Resources department or leading administration, I put passion into everything I do. I consider myself a team player who always Gets The Job Done, is not afraid to ask questions, and is always ready to jump in and get my hands dirty.Specialties: Operations management, training and development, employee relations, compensation & benefits design, harassment and EEO compliance, policy design & administration, facility program related to national security

Business consultant working with C-Suite executives in the Mid-Market and Enterprise space, helping them understand profit leaks within their organization that impact turnover, employee engagement, productivity, and profitability.

Jennifer Schaefer Founder & CEO, JS Benefits Group | Forbes Business Council Contributor | Co-Host, Executive Leaders Radio Jennifer Schaefer is a nationally recognized employee benefits and HR strategist and the Founder & CEO of JS Benefits Group, an employee benefits and HR consulting firm serving employers across the United States. She is also a Forbes Business Council Contributor and Co-Host of Executive Leaders Radio, where she speaks with business leaders about leadership, growth, and the changing workplace. Jennifer advises mid-sized and large employers, ranging from approximately 50 to more than 1,000 employees, on healthcare costs, benefits strategy, plan design, alternative funding models, compliance, & employee retention. Her approach goes beyond the traditional annual insurance renewal, helping employers evaluate their healthcare strategy throughout the year and make informed decisions about cost, risk, plan design, & employee value. With a background in accounting & finance, Jennifer brings a data-driven & strategic perspective to employee benefits. She works with employers to identify what is driving healthcare costs & evaluate solutions such as level-funded & self-funded plans, plan design optimization, benchmarking, & other cost-containment strategies. As Co-Host of Executive Leaders Radio, Jennifer participates in conversations with CEOs, founders, and business leaders from companies ranging from approximately $10 million to multi-billion-dollar enterprises. The program reaches a national audience and explores leadership, entrepreneurship, business growth, and the challenges facing today's organizations. Jennifer's expertise is frequently sought by business leaders, HR executives, and media seeking insight into the rapidly changing healthcare and employee benefits landscape. She is known for her responsiveness, integrity, and ability to simplify complex insurance and benefits issues while helping employers make strategic decisions. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Villanova University and an MBA in Finance from Saint Joseph's University. She also holds multiple professional designations through The American College of Financial Services and is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). She speaks on employer healthcare cost strategy, level-funded & self-funded health plans, benefits plan design, healthcare cost containment, compliance, employee benefits, leadership, and the future of work.

B2B HR content writer and strategist with experience across the full spectrum of strategic Human Resources disciplines.Author of the Kindle Short Read, "Recruiting During Tough Times: A Practical Guide to Attracting Talent Amid The Great Resignation"Visit https://www.melaniehaniph.com/.

PROFESSIONAL Healthcare runs on people - providers, administrators, executives making decisions under pressure in a fragmented system. That's where I work. If you're covering what it actually takes to lead organizations through major and disruptive change - I have a perspective built from experience. I've spent over two decades working at senior and board levels within healthcare organizations. I was the CHRO and a product executive at a major Blue Cross Blue Shield plan. Now I run my own consulting practice and serve as an independent advisor affiliated with EBG Advisors. My clients are health systems, physician groups, behavioral health providers, and investor-backed companies navigating transitions - acquisitions, integration, and operating model changes. I've led leadership teams and boards to align their business and workforce strategies while simultaneously improving performance, employee engagement and organizational health. ADVOCACY My adult son is profoundly autistic AND his life was saved by medical cannabis. Those two facts don't stay in a corner of my life. They have changed my family's life, and they inform how I think about policy, service systems, and who gets left out of the conversation. If you're covering autism policy, what families of severely autistic individuals actually need from the service system, or the intersection of healthcare policy and patient access to cannabis - I'm available to talk. I serve on the board of the National Council for Severe Autism (NCSA), focused on individuals with severe autism and complex needs. This is one area of health policy where the most severe and complex cases are disproportionately underrepresented in research, funding, policy design, and public discourse. They don't capture the reality for families like mine, where the daily stakes involve safety, access to healthcare, housing, and support services. I also support Americans for Safe Access, the leading organization advancing legal access to cannabis for therapeutic use. Patients and families are making decisions about cannabis in an environment that is fragmented and poorly researched. Better science and better access policy matters. I know firsthand what's at stake when both fall short.

I have always had a passion for helping others. After many years in the legal field, I was provided an opportunity to help individual people on a daily basis. My only regret is that I did not make this move earlier. In my role with FBA, I am tasked with overseeing the day to day people operations of the firm. I love the thrill of developing and implementing new policies and procedures and helping team members develop and grow. I know, I'm a nerd! Every single day is different and poses its own challenges and rewards and I am truly thrilled to be a part of this team doing this great work. I am determined to grow and develop every day in an effort to help others. This is a truly rewarding experience and I look forward to the new experiences and challenges that await me. Onward and upward.

Passionate about Talent Acquisition with demonstrated success using Skills Based Hiring. Experienced working in multiple industries including hospital & health care, retail, insurance, and a variety of other industries. Over 10 years' experience in operationalizing and working with a skills-based hiring process and several years as a consultant with HireReach (www.hirereach.org). Skilled with the Selection and hiring process which includes Preparation, Building the Candidate Pool, Application Review, Candidate Engagement, Assessments (www.jofiscore.com), Interview and Selection and Offer. Published Guidebook on Amazon, Talent Acquistion Essential Skills Guidebook. Additional Human Resources experience with compensation, benefits, and employee relations. In addition to Talent Acquistion, experienced with Career Navigation using a data driven approach along with a structured process to help participants identify a career path that is aligned with their knowledge, skills, abilities, interest and personality. JL HR Consulting, LLC/LinkedIn

Experienced Benefits Consultant working with CFO's and CHRO's on their people and risk strategies. The world of employee benefits, human resources and technology is continuously evolving—and fast.You want a partner who stands as one with you, delivering peace of mind that your approach to your business is future-proof. A partner who can anticipate the needs of your 4th employee, or your 4,000th.We combine the commitment of experienced, local consultants with the sophisticated technology and the modern experience that high-performing business leaders need to compete in the market.OneDigital is raising the bar on employee benefits performance, a bar that is informed by people like you, and by the people who power your business. As the nation's leading strategic advisory firm focused on driving business growth for employers of all sizes, our team of over 2,000 employees across the nation deliver growth and fuel an exceptional culture. With 101% year-over-year growth over the last 3 years, we've been recognized as a high-performing culture several times over.

As leaders in Human Resources, our affect on the culture is determined by the customer service experience we construct. So let us create, let us encourage a change in perspectives; time and time again, until our support teams, peers, and superiors are thrilled to work not only for us, but with us.With a solid background in Human Resources, my role is to lead with innovation and cost-centric solutions that elevate both employee culture and operational efficiency. This has included restructuring and cost-saving initiatives that benefit every stakeholder, making Total Safety not just a workplace, but a community where everyone is empowered to contribute to our shared success.

Unprecedented recruiting and retention challenges called for a new set of resources that could help organizations scale. With decades of experience in human resources, program management, training, and technology, Jennifer created Onboard Solutions LLC. Our mission is to support organizational growth by elevating and accelerating the employee onboarding experience. While some leaders drive results by focusing on customers-first, our philosophy puts team members at the forefront. Engaged team members will in turn, focus on customers to deliver products and services that come from the heart. Jennifer Murray, President, gained her knowledge, skills, and experience from leading high technology organizations that invested heavily in training and development. She discovered that small and medium businesses could create the same industry-leading employee programs by leveraging proven principles and program frameworks to increase employee engagement for the long-term. She earned her BBA in Marketing from The College of William and Mary and her MBA from the Poole School of Management at NCSU. She is actively involved in SHRM, Toastmasters, The College of William & Mary Alumni Association, and volunteers with several career support communities. Jennifer adopted a servant leadership style while leading and developing a team of sales professionals at Cisco Systems and working cross-functionally to design Channel Partner training programs to hundreds of team members at both Cisco Systems and AT&T. She launched the first college hire sales program at Cisco Systems – immersing over one hundred recent college graduates in a multi-year training program in preparation for independent field sales positions. She and her partners believe that organizations of all sizes can create a strategic advantage to win and retain top talent. Earned Veterans at Work Specialization. Licensed in NC Life and Health Insurance.

Specializing in time and materials based consulting services, for both technical and functional aspects within JD Edwards, Lawson, Kronos, Oracle HCM, SAP, Salesforce, and Workday practice areas.

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