BAN Blog

Effective Talent Acquisition Strategies for a Competitive Market

By Web Services_Connectify - March 15, 2024

Our hyper-competitive business landscape means companies must strive to gain an edge over their rivals, making effective talent acquisition strategies critical for success. Organizations are constantly vying for top-tier talent to drive innovation, enhance productivity, and propel growth. However, traditional recruitment methods may fall short in a market characterized by a shortage of skilled professionals and [Read More]

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on HR: Friend or Foe?

By Web Services_Connectify - March 14, 2024

Human Capital Management services are evolving at lightning speed, and much like other industries, we’re seeing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR processes sparking a lot of debate. In our HR consulting services, we’re constantly seeking ways to improve efficiency and accuracy in our work, and AI in HR has the potential to revolutionize the way we [Read More]

Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace

By Web Services_Connectify - March 13, 2024

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace aren’t just buzzwords that are thrown around casually. As HR Directors, executives, or business owners, creating a sense of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a crucial part of your role. This includes everything from compensation and benefits to HR policy and procedures development. Keep reading to learn more about navigating [Read More]

Despite Greater Mental Health Needs, Frontline Workers Less Likely to Seek Help

By Benefit Advisors Network - February 21, 2024

Published by WorldatWork on February 15, 2024. Written by Tom Starner with input from BAN’s Bobbi Kloss View the original post With demanding roles tied to a higher degree of stress, frontline workers are less aware of employer mental well-being benefits, more likely to say they do not have a problem and — even when acknowledging [Read More]

Meet the Board: Mike Morey

By Caroline Williams - February 20, 2024

Mike grew up in Texas and graduated from the University of Texas in 1986 with a major in Economics and a minor in Accounting. While at Texas, Mike served in multiple positions in the Alpha Nu chapter of Sigma Chi. With over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Mike has had management responsibilities [Read More]

Meet the Board: Jim Garbina, LUTCF

By Benefit Advisors Network - December 19, 2023

James S. Garbina is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree in business finance. He joined the Employee Benefits Department of The Koch Co. in 1987 as an Account Executive and was named Vice President in 1992 and Senior Vice President in 1999. He currently manages this [Read More]

Meet the Member: Jeff LeClaire

By Benefit Advisors Network - December 19, 2023

As Senior Vice President of The Insurance Center in Onalaska, WI, Jeff directs his team forward to achieve the agency’s purpose of fighting for the highest possible good of their clients, co-workers, and community. He focuses on the overall operations and business development for the life, health, and commercial benefits side of the business. What [Read More]

Member Spotlight: Kent Bermingham II, MBA, CPA

By Caroline Williams - December 11, 2023

Kent Bermingham II (aka Kent Jr.) joined Milestone Benefits Agency in 1999 and on January 1, 2009 was named the new President. Milestone Benefits Agency provides “Value Beyond Benefits”, and is built from the bottom up to support everything employers do for their employees’ benefits program. Shopping plans and negotiating the best cost for the [Read More]

BAN Partners with MASA Medical Transport Solutions to Offer Transportation Benefits to Members

By Benefit Advisors Network - November 29, 2023

CLEVELAND, OH and PLANTATION, FL (11/29/23) – Benefit Advisors Network (BAN), an international network of progressive and visionary employee benefit brokers and consulting firms from across the United States and Canada – has partnered with MASA Medical Transport Solutions, the leading transportation benefit solution. As a partner, MASA will provide BAN member firms with a [Read More]

Member Spotlight: Jason Swindle

By Caroline Williams - November 28, 2023

As CEO of TIG Advisors in Missouri, Jason is focused on positioning TIG to accomplish our mission to help our clients manage risk and achieve greater success. He is primarily focused on the agency’s strategic leadership and growth, creating a positive impact culture, and expanding our product lines and service offerings. Status quo health plans [Read More]