As Vice President of Benefits Consulting with GCG Financial-Alera Group, I focus primarily on small- and mid-sized businesses. My expertise centers around the design, funding, communication, administration, and compliance of employee benefit programs. I prioritize making my clients comfortable, taking the time to learn and understand their unique business in order to meet their challenges effectively. This approach allows me to create a first-class benefits program that offers outside-the-box solutions to solve these challenges.I have extensive experience in the employee benefits industry, including a previous role as the Director of Sales in the Benefits Division at Hallberg Commercial and Group Health.Outside of work, I serve as an athletic board member at St. Pius X School and volunteer as a coach for soccer, basketball, and baseball. I currently reside in Lombard, IL, with my wife, Julie, and our children, Riley, Haley, Colin, and Jack. I enjoy coaching my kids and staying active by playing basketball, softball, and soccer.Education: BA, Finance and Accounting, Illinois State University. Certifications: CIC, CBC