Jeff Smedsrud

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Chief Executive Officer & Founder @ Flex Benefits.co./Management Consultant For Start Ups @ Flex Benefits
Jeff Smedsrud's Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States, United States
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About Jeff Smedsrud

At Flex Benefits.co, our team is pioneering the insurance industry's transformation through innovative products and solutions that fill the 'gaps' in health plans. I also provide leadership and growth acceleration for start ups, and help create alternate financing programs for niche markets. With over four decades in executive roles, my journey has been marked by founding and scaling companies, evidenced by our irm's disciplined approach to driving EBITDA and serve customers.As a key member of BOD at Undue Debt, we've eradicated over $12 billion in medical debt, exemplifying our commitment to community impact. My expertise in non-profit leadership and the insurance sector has enabled me to create new companies and grow them to scale, and mentor emerging companies, fostering success through innovative solutions and robust business development strategies.

Jeff Smedsrud's Current Company Details
Flex Benefits

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Chief Executive Officer & Founder @ Flex Benefits.co./Management Consultant For Start Ups
Jeff Smedsrud Work Experience Details
  • Flex Benefits
    Ceo And Founder
    Flex Benefits Feb 2024 - Present
  • Smedsrud Insurance Consultants
    Chief Executive Officer & Founder
    Smedsrud Insurance Consultants Oct 2022 - Present
    I provide insurance leadership, consulting, and coaching for a variety of companies in the insurance sector. I have previously grown multiple companies from start-up to massive scale, and have managed the difficult balance between revenue scale and long-range EBITDA. In addition to work for the Alera Group, I currently am advising and serve as a board member for three early and mid-stage companies to achieve their next level of EBITDA through my proven, disciplined approach.
  • Undue Medical Debt
    Board Member And Chair Of Business Development
    Undue Medical Debt May 2020 - Present
    Long Island City, New York, Us
    We are the largest non-profit in the US that erases medical debt for consumers. During our nine year history we have wiped out more than $12.5 billion in past due bills, positively impact more than seven million American households. Our efforts result in improved credit scores and helps citizens lead more productive, healthier lives.
  • Communicating For America, And Affiliates
    Chief Executive Officer And/Or General Manager
    Communicating For America, And Affiliates Jan 1984 - Present
    I have played many roles including Chair of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, General Manager for CA and its affiliates. I have many instrumental in many of its programs from medical debt relief, to agriculture and business development, to the early start up of the CA Exchange Program, as well as oversight for legislative affairs
  • Alera Group, Inc.
    Growth And Management Consultant
    Alera Group, Inc. Feb 2023 - Feb 2024
    Deerfield, Illinois, Us
    I helped the Alera Group grow their individual health business during a 12 month assignment. carrier commissions were consolidated, new bonus opportunities implemented, potential regulatory risks were identified, and methods to grow EBITDA and Revenue were put in place. Result: $40M growth in revenue; ~$18M of added EBITDA. There is a great team at Alera Group.
  • Healthcare.Com
    Co-Founder And Original Ceo
    Healthcare.Com Oct 2013 - Oct 2022
    Miami, Fl, Us
    HealthCare.com Inc. is a privately held insure tech company that was launched in 2014. By 2021, it was valued at $1B. The company grew from ~$2M in revenue to ~ $160M in nine years. The company's highly visible websites enable consumers to easily research and compare accurate and relevant information in one comprehensive, fast, and intuitive interface. Healthcare.com has helped more than nine million consumers connect with agents, WBEs, call centers, and carriers to find health insurance and Medicare-related health plans. The company also operates Pivot Health (founded by Jeff Smedsrud) a leading broker of insurance plans that has grown to annual premium and fees of $75 million through its multiple distribution channels, including direct online sales.
  • Ihc Specialty Benefits
    Chief Executive Officer And President
    Ihc Specialty Benefits Mar 2012 - Sep 2013
    I led the launch of this direct to consumer unit within The IHC Group, a publicly traded company . We grew revenue from less than $1 million a month to more than $5.5 million a month in two years. We were honored with Best of Show for the company's www.healthEdeals.com campaign and we entered new markets, such as Pet Insurance, which grew in premium from $0 to nearly $20 million in less than two years. The pet insurance operation later became the 2nd largest pet insurance provider with an enrollment platform that is used by companies worldwide.
  • The Ihc Group
    Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer And Senior Vice President
    The Ihc Group Mar 2006 - Aug 2013
    New York, Ny, Us
    Created a unified brand for the 15 member companies owned by Independence Holding Company. Changed the culture and identity of the company by branding to new name -- The IHC Group. Executed successful cross-company marketing campaigns and established a series of leadership and marketing conferences that received praise from the insurance trade press and stellar attendance from key partners and distributors. Mentored many future business unit leaders through an effective management & career development process.
  • Ca Marketing Llc
    Founder And Chief Executive Officer
    Ca Marketing Llc 1998 - 2006
    Built a national insurance distribution company that focused on under-served, rural markets. Grew from start-up to a network of close to 2,000 independent and semi-captive agents. Product specialties included individual and small group health insurance and ancillary benefit plans. Grew company to approximately $80 million in annual premium revenue before selling to IHC in March 2006.
  • Core Marketing
    Managing Partner
    Core Marketing 1994 - 1998
    Oversaw growth of firm that specialized in lead generation, association management and direct-to-consumer marketing. Staff grew from under 50 to nearly 500 with four call center operations. Revenue grew from under $5 million to more than $50 million. CORE was sold in August, 1998 to a publicly-traded NYSE company.
  • Smedsrud Partners Group
    Self-Employed Entrepreneur
    Smedsrud Partners Group 1982 - 1994
    Started several small companies that specialized in communication strategies for the insurance industry and grassroots and public affairs legislative issues management. Testified often before legislative committees — both state and federal. Active participant in health care reform activities during early part of the Clinton Administration. Started NASCHIP— national association of state comprehensive health plans -- which coordinated programs for 37 states that offered services for those denied health insurance for medical reasons.

Jeff Smedsrud Skills

Leadership Consulting Working With Brokers Insurance Sales Start Ups Business Development Mentoring Lead Generation Strategic Planning Strategy Life Insurance Entrepreneurship Marketing Leadership Development Reinsurance Industry Insights Disability Insurance Strategic Communications Term Life Insurance Health Insurance Marketing Strategy Brokers Employee Benefits Selling

Jeff Smedsrud Education Details

  • Minnesota State University Moorhead
    Minnesota State University Moorhead
    American Studies/Mass Communications/History
  • Minnesota State University Moorhead
    Minnesota State University Moorhead

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Jeff Smedsrud attended Minnesota State University Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead.

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