Brenton serves as an Account Director, overseeing the strategic management and delivery of employee benefit programs for assigned clients. He ensures exceptional service, client satisfaction, and the successful achievement of specific goals and objectives. Brenton leads a team that includes an account manager and a client service coordinator, providing strategic guidance and fostering strong client relationships. As the primary point of contact, he acts as a trusted advisor, offering expertise on benefit strategies, compliance, industry trends, and executive-level strategies.
Brenton is dedicated to maintaining and expanding client relationships by upholding market-competitive benefits, implementing cost-controlling strategies, and providing day-to-day member support and education. He proactively engages with clients to understand their needs, challenges, and goals related to employee benefits, meeting with them quarterly to develop and implement strategic plans that align with client objectives, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
With 30 years of industry experience, Brenton offers expert guidance on benefit plan design, funding strategies, compliance issues, and cost management solutions. By providing insights into industry trends, benchmarking data, and emerging best practices, he helps clients make informed decisions to keep their benefit programs competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with both their needs and budgetary constraints.
Brenton monitors regulatory changes and compliance requirements, such as ERISA, HIPAA, and ACA, advising clients on compliance issues, developing action plans for implementation, and ensuring benefit programs adhere to legal and regulatory standards. Working closely with the data analytics and underwriting teams, he evaluates the financial performance of client benefit programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost trends. Additionally, Brenton manages relationships with benefit vendors, including insurance carriers and third-party administrators, negotiating contracts, monitoring vendor performance, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Brenton is a graduate of Shippensburg University, where he earned a degree in Communication and Journalism, which has greatly contributed to his effective communication skills and client relationship management.