2011 Workplace Benefits Rennaissance conference
March 11, 2011 12:00 AM
PPACA's impact on brokers
A keynote panel on the impact of health care reform on brokers and agents featured Sam Fleet, president of AmWINS Group Benefits; Marc Schaefer of Schaefer Financial Group; Sher Sparano, a principal of Benefits Advisory Services; and Greg Troupe, director of voluntary benefit solutions at Group Benefit Services (left to right).
Health insurance exchanges
A keynote panel discussion on PPACAs health insurance exchanges featured moderator John G. Kelly, southeast regional director at Ceridian Health & Productivity Solutions; Rodger Bayne, V.P. of marketing and product development at Group Benefit Services; and Robert A. Meyers, president and CEO of COBRAGuard (left to right).
Making the transition
Keynoter Robert J. Lieblein, managing partner at Hales & Co., outlined the hard choices facing brokers today and offered tips on making the transition to a more consultative business model
The role of consumer-directed health plans
Keynoter Kathy Scira, CEO of Simplicity Benefit Services, described the role of consumer-directed health plans in todays post-reform benefits marketplace.
Invitation to the Windy City
InsuranceBroadcasting CEO Walt Podgurski, organizer of the conference, described plans for the 2011 Workplace Benefits Mania conference, slated for Aug. 1-2 in Chicago.
Networking in the exhibit hall
The exhibit hall was a popular destination, with more than 60 leading vendors attending.
The latest on enrollment technology
Daniel Freund, president of Common Census, analyzed the current options, strategies and solutions created by todays enrollment technology.
Don't just survive thrive
Jack Kwicien, managing partner at Daymark Advisors, outlined the challenges facing brokers in todays changing benefits landscape. Kwicien will serve as president of the Workplace Benefits Associations advisory board for 2012.
Enrollment services update
Pat Galla, president of the Enroller Resource Center, drew a packed room for his enroller-focused luncheon session.
State agency authorities
Capital Administrative Services Andy Tate, along with CAS managing directors Maria Tyson and Trina Brown, hosted a luncheon meeting for enrollment specialists and brokers.
Taking advantage of discount plans
Larry Sigle, national sales director at Advantage Benefits Card, outlined current opportunities to boost revenue through discount plans.
Comprehensive financial wellness
Shane Edrington, president of Symbius Financial, described his firms multifaceted financial wellness program.
Dental and vision market update
Roger Skinner, IHC Health Solutions senior V.P., dental, outlined emerging opportunities for brokers in the dental and vision market.
Identity theft protection plans
InfoArmours Meghann Carroll briefed attendees on identity theft and her firms identity theft protection plans.
