* World at Work Total Rewards Advisory Council Chairman* CVS Health Advisory Council*Named 2013 Benefits Manager of the Year by Business Insurance Magazine* Directs and provides leadership for Benefits design, delivery, & vendor management. * Oversees design and administration of all benefits programs to assess the competitiveness and effectiveness of the Company’s benefits programs* Directs and provides leadership for vendor management including contract negotiation, competitive bid analysis, contract performance monitoring, vendor inquiries, & problem resolution, to ensure the Company offers an effective benefits package, producing the best results at the lowest cost* Directs vendor performance tracking & contract performance reviews to ensure vendors are adhering to contractual agreements, & are providing services that meet Company guidelines & expectations. Provides direction for the development of customer service models. * Oversees the development of the Company's annual budget, including the provider selection* Oversees the design of, or modifications to, the Company’s retirement plans to ensure they are competitive & cost effective. * Provides subject-matter-expertise input on the development of Associate Communications and communication campaigns regarding benefits to ensure accurate, timely, and effective messaging. * Ensures compliance with state or federal legislation and regulations related to Benefits plans and provides leadership on the analysis and review of proposed legislative changes to best meet needs of the Company & Employees. * Develops and evaluates measurements and metrics established to gauge effectiveness of Benefits programs. * Counsels Human Resources staffs across the enterprise regarding the implementation & administration of associate benefits * Works with Communications on the development of communications/materials* Liason to corporate functions, committees, boards, or members of the various plans