Rising Stars, in focus: Benefit advising as a family affair
Rising Star Ben Conner says family values build the foundation of how he approaches doing business with clients.
Rising Stars in Advising
Rising Star helps navigate the healthcare system
Ed Ligondé, one of our 20 Rising Stars of 2019, used his own medical condition as inspiration to learn about healthcare — and improve employee benefits education along the way.
2019’s Rising Stars in Advising
These young standout advisers see a changing workforce sparking new benefits for gig workers, student loan debt relief and better engagement tactics from employers. Ranging in age from 26 to 35, they represent the next generation ready to make their mark on an evolving industry.
Rising Stars, in focus: Benefit advising as a family affair
Rising Star Ben Conner says family values build the foundation of how he approaches doing business with clients.
Employee Benefit Adviser recognizes Rising Stars of 2019
These young advisers represent a new generation of leaders from around the country who are approaching benefit offerings with fresh perspectives.
Employee Benefit Adviser recognizes Rising Stars of 2019
These young advisers represent a new generation of leaders from around the country who are approaching benefit offerings with fresh perspectives.
Call for nominations extended: Rising Stars in Advising
The deadline has been extended to nominate a top-notch benefit adviser (or yourself) for this award recognizing young leaders.
2018 Rising Stars in Advising
Twenty standout advisers ages 35 and younger are taking charge of the future of employee benefits, determined to reduce costs and improve client outcomes.
Adviser delivers healthcare answers to Seattle’s tech start-ups
The 32-year-old vice president of the technology practice at Parker, Smith and Feek motivates employees to seek high quality providers for affordable procedures.
This Rising Star’s business model? Benefits for vets
GCG Financial’s Cory Friedman is building his book by delivering a uniform set of health programs to animal hospitals and dental practices nationwide.
Pairing retirement with health benefits for a one-two punch
Rising Star Josh Sailar is primarily an investment adviser. But he’s not shy about bringing healthcare into the discussion with his small employer clients.
The risks and rewards of advising smaller clients
Niko Caparisos founded Prosperity Benefits to address the needs of employers with two to 200 employees.
Meet the benefits adviser to Silicon Valley
Rising Star Erik Hansen is building his career by coupling service with technology.
Helping clients move beyond compliance
ERISA attorney and benefits adviser Suzannah Gill teaches middle-market employers how to manage their healthcare costs.
Collateral Benefits Group adviser brings youthful energy to a leading position
EBA Rising Star in Advising Mark Fox went from being broker services rep at Aflac to small brokerage owner to his current position at a larger firm all before age 30.
Persistency key to skyrocketing growth for young adviser
Courtney Nelson was recruited to turn around an entire state’s falling sales and succeeded — while mentoring 25 up-and-coming brokers.
Meeting the needs of employers in coal country
2018 EBA Rising Star in Advising Taylor Lindsey works to deliver lower costs for a complex industry.
Growing a book of business in the cannabis market
While still an up-and-coming industry, Rising Star in Advising Matt Gilroy is diving head first into the field and is already seeing a profit.
Meeting the needs of clients in coal country
2018 EBA Rising Star in Advising Taylor Lindsey works to deliver lower costs for a complex industry.
Growing a book of business in the cannabis market
While still an up-and-coming industry, Rising Star in Advising Matt Gilroy is diving head first into the field and is already seeing a profit.
