Thought Leadership
Hill, Chesson & Woody executives and consultants have been recognized in our industry for their knowledge and insights on topics that range from comprehensive benefit strategy development, traditional insurance brokerage services, regulation compliance, worksite wellness initiatives, consumer driven health plans, benefit communications strategies, and much more.
Speaker Bios
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Skip Woody, Partner and Todd Yates, Managing Partner, make up the synergistic tandem that fuels the Hill, Chesson & Woody employee benefits machine. In fact, when discussing the development and growth of the firm, you can't mention one without the other. Their leadership and strong business skills have been the driving forces behind Hill, Chesson & Woody's rise into the benefits landscape. They are widely considered two of the industry's most dynamic businessmen, and their unique vision helps to stay ahead of the field.
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Mike Beck is a Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant at HCW. Mike provides expert consultation to clients in helping them to create and manage a customized benefit strategy for their employees. Mike’s active and dynamic approach to work and getting things done makes him a perfect fit in the HCW family.
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Joy Binkley serves as a Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant, working with clients to develop a benefits strategy that best fits their needs. Joy’s extensive experience, attention to detail, and effervescent personality make her a valuable part of the HCW consulting team. |
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Joanne Forbes, MBA, FLMI, Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant, works with clients to analyze their benefit plan and then design a plan of action to support their objectives for recruiting and retaining employees. Joanne is a well-respected veteran with over 20 years of experience in the fields of employee benefits, business development and business consulting. |
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Rob Krieg, JD, CEBS, is a valuable member of the HCW consulting team. As Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant, Rob works with clients to develop the benefit program that best matches their needs. Rob’s strong drive, keen business mind and friendly demeanor are the secrets to his success. |
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Ellen Tucker, CMCE, is a Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant on our consulting team. Ellen’s expertise in the areas of underwriting, product development, financial analysis, provider relations, market research, strategic planning and benefit administration make her one of the most knowledgeable individuals in the healthcare industry today.
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Steve Byrd plays a key role within HCW as Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant in HCW's Small Business Unit. Steve’s high integrity, diligent and conscientious manner is his key to providing our clients with exceptional service and exciting results. |
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Jay Lowe, Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant, leverages our resources and provides expert consultation in the area of benefit plan design and development for clients in the 25-50 employee market segment. Jay’s energetic and positive outlook makes him a great add to the HCW team. |
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Laura Bibb, JD, serves as HCW’s Compliance Officer, specializing in regulation compliance for health and welfare benefit plans, including all laws and regulations that impact employee benefits. With a finger on the pulse of ever-changing rules and regulations, along with her keen eye for details and meticulous research abilities, Laura works hard to keep all of our clients safe!
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Twyla Hutchins, RN, BSN, COHN-S, is a member of our Client Services team and functions as Medical Management Officer. With over 23 years of overall healthcare and occupational health program experience, coupled with her energetic personality, Twyla is committed to helping as many people as she can live a healthy life!
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