Mari M. Email & Phone Number

I work in partnership with our Client Executives and a wide range of health and welfare insurance providers to assist your HR, Finance, and Leadership teams with strategizing and building an employee benefits philosophy that will enhance your total rewards program. I’m here to help you shop around for the plans and premiums that fit your needs, interpret and compare benefit options, and implement programs and strategies so you can attract and retain employees. I also partner with our Risk Management team to ensure your plans and programs are thoroughly reviewed and compliant. Think of me as an extension of your benefits team as I can take work off your plate so you can manage your growing and evolving organization.The impact M3 has on your company is far greater than placing insurance coverage. When working with your organization, you’ll find that M3ers truly value your feedback and continuously look for ways to improve our partnership and the services we offer to you and your associates. If you have any questions about what M3 can do for you, please let me know and I’d be more than happy to connect. You can also visit our website for more information: https://m3ins.com.

I helped our broker partners and clients with cost-effective and customized solutions for employee benefit plans and programs.Essential duties:• Presented, negotiated, and finalized health and welfare benefit plan renewals• Scheduled and performed meetings with our brokers and clients throughout the year• Maintained and built upon relationships with our vendor partners and assessed opportunities for enhanced product integrations• Completed the stop loss disclosure process for our self-funded groups• Provided information on market trends and legislative updates that affected client benefits• Partnered with our clients and brokers to restate group benefit plan documents• Combined efforts with our service departments to address client and broker needs (e.g., claim processing, group administration, provider and vendor relations, finance, compliance, plan build, account management, IT, reporting, member services, sales/marketing, and more)

Valencia, Ca

• Analyzed claims data, industry trends, contracts, policies, employee demographics, and financials• Completed benchmarking analysis and summarized findings• Conducted comprehensive RFPs with the nation's leading insurance carriers and TPAs• Made recommendations for benefit improvements and/or cost savings and developed action plans• Performed negotiations with company decision-makers and plan vendors• Conducted face-to-face and informative webinar sessions for company-wide OE and wellness fairs• Continuously improved relationships with insurance carriers and benefit program contacts by coordinating educational meetings (product portfolio updates, compliance webinars, quarterly plan analysis, renewal discussions, and more)• Maintained job duties from prior roles (refer to Benefits Analyst, Account Manager, and Benefits Communications Specialist)

Valencia, Ca

• Implemented and administered benefit programs and eligibility/enrollment systems• Managed several Benefits Service Centers (email, phone, and website) for 1,000+ employees• Investigated and determined alternative plan designs based on market trends and peer groups• Responded to and resolved insurance issues as they related to the client’s benefit policies• Reconciled insurance invoices and created self-bill premium summaries• Partnered with insurance companies and TPAs to ensure our clients were in full compliance with all employee benefits laws and regulations (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, and HIPAA) as well as disclosure requirements (SPDs, SMMs, SARs, plan documents, and SBCs)• Maintained job duties from prior role (refer to Benefits Communications Specialist)

Valencia, Ca

• Created and managed benefit communications including guides (new hire, life event and annual enrollment), newsletters, summary plan descriptions, email campaigns, and training materials• Built and maintained relationships with Human Resources contacts and benefit program administrators• Worked with a wide range of employer industries including banking, construction/engineering, education, healthcare, non-profit organizations, oil/energy, technology, and tourism

Perkins Park

• Awarded second place Park of the Year for “continually setting an example of excellence through dedication, commitment, and passion”; also received second place award for city-wide parade and "Kiddie Karnival" ceremony• Designed, directed, and participated in comprehensive recreation programs including low-organized games, special events, arts and crafts, and individual tournaments • Assisted participants in proper skill development and techniques in sports, games, and motor skill development activities• Developed diversified programs in order to attract children of all ages and backgrounds• Supervised participants and ensured that safety and a comfortable environment was maintained• Completed all required paperwork including lesson plans, financial reports, evaluations, and attendance/payroll forms • Opened and secured the facility daily • Maintained City equipment and property• Advertised and promoted activities and events through bulletin boards, posters, and word of mouth• Set up and organized a park store with snacks and beverages. Retained all receipts and maintained up-to-date inventory and financial records• Enforced park rules and safety procedures• Documented and reported all incidents in accordance with City and/or department procedures• Maintained a clean park shelter area• Attended and participated in all Parkee meetings• Followed all policies, procedures, and the philosophy set forth by the City of Green Bay Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department

Green Bay, Wisconsin Area

• Advertised, promoted, and exposed five radio stations in the Green Bay area with intern partner through person-to-person marketing • Planned and scheduled street stops at local businesses; established and preserved relationships with companies, managers, and owners • Expanded consumer population

Bachelor’S Degree, Communication: Organizational, Interpersonal And Rhetorical

Activities and Societies: Lambda Pi Eta, Intramural Basketball

Undergraduate Studies, Athletic Training, Physical Education

Activities and Societies: Intramural Basketball, Volleyball, Trenchball

General Diploma - High Honors

Activities and Societies: Varsity BasketballAthletic program fundraising