Group Benefits Ltd
Address: 12006 Ridgemont Dr, Urbandale, IA 50323 Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Mon SaturdayClosedSundayClosedMonday8AM–5PMTuesday8AM–5PMWednesday8AM–5PMThursday8AM–5PMFriday8AM–5PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Phone: (515) 453-8207Website: : : : : Category: : : Place name: Website: http://www.thegblstory.com/ Category: Insurance agency Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Questions & answers Ask a questionBe the first to ask a question Add a photoThanks for sharing!Your photo will be posted publicly on Google.Contribute MoreDoneUpload public photos of Group Benefits, Ltd. Posting publicly on the Web Write a review Reviews"Top notch service- pleasure to work with!" "What a fabulous group of people to do business with." "I am blessed to be part of the GBL family as an agent!!!!!" View all Google reviews From Group Benefits, Ltd. "Group Benefits, Ltd. (GBL) was created by a group of insurance agents – just like you – on the founding principle of doing the right thing for the independent agent. Our goal was not to become an insurance company, but an insurance community. Our...More "Group Benefits, Ltd. (GBL) was created by a group of insurance agents – just like you – on the founding principle of doing the right thing for the independent agent. Our goal was not to become an insurance company, but an insurance community. Our core values have established the way we work and have structured how we provide service and support. GBL is now the largest General Agency in Iowa and proudly serves independent agents from across the Midwest. GBL’s philosophy has always been to treat you as our equals, because without your business, we wouldn't endure. Therefore, we vest your business 100% from day one and allow you to leave any time. We believe in independent agents and consider it our duty to help you WIN in any way we can!"
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Group Benefits Ltd Employees
Group Benefits, Ltd. May 2015 - Present
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area August 2014 - May 2015
Target October 2010 - August 2014
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa January 2014 - May 2014
Skills
Grant Writing, Text Editing, Communication Skills, Technical Writing, Retail, Customer Service, Communication, Editing, Social Media, Event Planning
Education
University of Northern Iowa 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Communication Studies
Columbus High School 2007 — 2011
High School
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield September 2014 - Present
Businessolver January 2013 - September 2014
Businessolver July 2012 - January 2013
Group Benefits Ltd August 2009 - November 2011
Kirke-Van Orsdel, Inc 1997 - 2004
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Professional Account..., Account Management, Benefits Administration, Business Analysis, Sales, Team Building
Education
University of Northern Iowa
Spinutech June 2015 - Present
Touch of Ambition January 2014 - Present
McCormick Company March 2014 - May 2015
Meredith Corporation October 2012 - March 2014
The Integer Group February 2012 - October 2012
The Integer Group May 2011 - January 2012
Iowa Health System December 2010 - May 2011
Group Benefits Ltd April 2010 - August 2010
Meredith February 2010 - April 2010
Meredith November 2009 - March 2010
Skills
Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Press Releases, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Web Analytics, Facebook, Direct Mail, Marketing, Blogging, Newsletters, Event Planning
Education
Drake University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science in Business and Public Administration, Majoring in Marketing and Advertising Account Management
Group Benefits Ltd September 2010 - Present
Iowa State University August 2008 - May 2010
Winner Advocate June 2007 - August 2008
South Dakota Legislature January 2007 - March 2007
Skills
Writing Skills, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Customer Service, Newspaper, Web Design, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Advertising, Email Marketing, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Employee Management, Proofreading, Strategic Planning, Writing
Education
Iowa State University 2008 — 2010
Master of Science, Journalism and Communication
The University of South Dakota 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice; Spanish
Group Benefits Ltd September 2013 - Present
Verizon Wireless April 2009 - September 2013
Iowa Telecom March 2006 - April 2009
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Employee Benefits, Medicare, Brokers, Health Savings Accounts, Retirement, Sales, Customer Service, Collections
Education
Florida State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Group Benefits, Ltd. August 2014 - Present
Holmes Murphy & Associates July 2013 - March 2014
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. March 2010 - July 2013
Information Providers, Inc. October 2007 - March 2010
Hoyng Insurance Group April 2007 - October 2007
VA Central Iowa Health Care System November 2004 - March 2007
Skills
Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Umbrella Insurance, Workers Compensation, Disability Insurance, Account Management, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Customer Service, Underwriting, Team Building, Sales, Teamwork, Coaching, Velocity, Marketing, Employment Practices..., Insurance, Employee Benefits, Professional Liability, General Insurance, Casualty, Brokers, Liability, Legal Liability, Excess, COBRA
Education
AIB College of Business 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Administration
Group Benefits Limited May 2015 - Present
Group Benefits, Ltd. September 2013 - Present
Holmes Murphy & Associates July 2011 - April 2013
Principal Financial Group May 2010 - August 2011
Iowa Health System May 2010 - October 2010
Health Systems International July 2008 - January 2010
Iowa Health October 2007 - July 2008
Wells Fargo Financial May 2007 - September 2007
Vander Ploeg Bakery August 2000 - May 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Microsoft Office, Management, Health Insurance, Sales, Account Management, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Recruiting, Human Resources, Life/STD/LTD insurance, Training, Spreadsheets, Annual Reports
Education
Iowa State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Pella High School 1999 — 2003
General
Allied Schools
Medical Billing and Terminology
UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement July 2014 - Present
We Fix It Repair March 2014 - July 2014
Group Benefits Ltd December 2013 - July 2014
United Healthcare August 2013 - July 2014
Self Employed April 2012 - March 2014
The Cellular Connection - YKI Enterprises August 2010 - January 2012
Sigler May 2010 - July 2010
Pro Cellular January 2010 - May 2010
Next Generation Wireless September 2009 - December 2009
Mudd Advertising June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Operations Management, Sales Operations, Management, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Sales Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Team Building, Pricing, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplements, Insurance, Health Insurance, Mobile Devices, Android, Time Management, Coaching, Entrepreneurship, Medicaid
Education
Concordia University-Seward 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Marshalltown Community College 2006 — 2007
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts
William Penn University 2005 — 2006
Continental Western Group (a W. R. Berkley Company) September 2015 - Present
Meredith Corporation June 2014 - September 2015
Group Benefits Ltd. February 2013 - June 2014
Swanson Russell February 2012 - July 2012
Back to the Bible October 2006 - October 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Accounting, General Ledger, Accruals, Microsoft Excel, Accounts Payable, Mas 90, Spreadsheets, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Journal Entries, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits, QuickBooks, Invoicing
Education
Liberty University 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Liberty University 2009 — 2011
Associates, Accounting
Lincoln School of Commerce 1993 — 1995
Associates, Paralegal Studies
AgencyBloc October 2010 - Present
Tegrity Insurance Services LLC January 2009 - January 2015
American Enterprise aka World and American Republic 2007 - 2008
Group Benefits Ltd 2004 - 2007
Wellmark 1992 - 2004
Wellmark 1988 - 1992
Wellmark 1981 - 1987
Skills
Brokers, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Insurance, Health Insurance, Employee Benefits, Life Insurance, Medicare, Sales, Leadership, Long-term Care, Managed Care
Education
University of Iowa
MA, Economics
Portico Staffing March 2015 - Present
CoOportunity Health April 2014 - January 2015
Group Benefits, Ltd March 2005 - April 2014
Holmes Murphy & Associates 2002 - 2005
Ilona Financial Group purchased by Protective Life Insurance Company 1997 - 2002
Orchard Place Child Guidance Services August 1990 - November 1997
Skills
Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Insurance, Disability Insurance, Account Management, Life Insurance, Sales, Voluntary Employee..., Brokers, Term Life Insurance, Management, Leadership, Long Term Care Insurance, Health Care Reform, Benefits Administration, Group Insurance, Long-term Care, Vision Insurance, Negotiation, Flexible Spending..., Open Enrollment, New Hire Orientations, Recruiting, Team Building, Human Resources, Business Partner..., Marketing, New Business Development, Customer Retention, Relationship Building
Education
Simpson College 1986 — 1990
BA, Criminal Justice Administration & Social Work
Indianola High School 1983 — 1986
Diploma, Master of Studies
Group Benefits Ltd President/CEOThe Other Health PlanMay 2008 - Present
Exceptional Specialty Products January 2008 - Present
America's Financial Consultants (AFC) January 2008 - Present
Education
University of Iowa 1983 — 1988
B.B.A., Accounting, Economics, Psychology
Roosevelt High 1979 — 1983
Carroll County Assessor's Office June 2014 - Present
Buena Vista University July 2013 - February 2014
Johnston Community School District August 2011 - June 2013
Exceptional Specialty Products September 2008 - January 2011
Group Benefits, Ltd. December 2000 - January 2011
American Medical Security 1998 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Recruiting, Customer Service, Social Networking, Leadership, Trade Shows, Outlook, Event Planning, New Business Development, Account Management, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Organization, Friendly Personality, Small Business, Social Media, Payroll, Fundraising, Event Management, Business Planning, Teamwork
Education
Iowa Notary Public ·
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design
Mitchell Communications Group August 2010 - Present
Mitchell Communications Group August 2010 - January 2012
Mitchell Communications Group June 2010 - August 2010
Group Benefits Ltd May 2009 - May 2010
515 Magazine August 2009 - December 2009
Celebrate Arkansas Magazine May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
InDesign
Education
Drake University 2006 — 2010
BA, Graphic Design
GROUP BENEFITS LTD January 1999 - Present
Group Benefits Ltd 1999 - Present
Bankers Life and Casualty Company January 1986 - January 1999
Skills
Employee Benefits, Insurance, Health Insurance, Medicare, Sales, Time Management, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Brokers, Fixed Annuities, Term Life Insurance, Customer Service, Marketing, Account Management, Leadership, Benefits Administration, Business Development, New Business Development, Recruiting, Retirement, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand View College 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Management, General
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL DES MOINES IOWA 1975 — 1978
Group Benefits, Ltd. August 2015 - Present
VisionPoint Advisory Group September 2004 - April 2015
Holmes Murphy & Associates September 2004 - December 2010
Education
Upper Iowa University 2001 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Graduated Cum Laude
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate of Science (AS), Business Administration, Graduated With Honors
Home June 2004 - Present
Comfort Keepers November 2012 - October 2014
Copper Creek Cinema March 2009 - August 2011
Group Benefits Ltd January 2005 - August 2007
Wellmark January 2003 - December 2004
Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Medicare, Health Insurance, Home Care, Computer Proficiency, Website Development, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Social Media
Education
Des Moines Area Community College 2013 — 2016
Associate's degree, Web Development
North High School 1994 — 1999
Diploma
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage December 2011 - November 2012
UnitedHealthcare June 2010 - November 2011
Coventry Healthcare July 2009 - July 2010
Group Benefits, Ltd. November 2006 - June 2009
American Republic Insurance Company April 2006 - November 2006
Woodward Academy May 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Employee Benefits, Medicare, Microsoft Office, Customer Service
Education
Des Moines Area Community College 1988 — 2000
Kirkwood Community College 1998 — 1999
none
Mercer April 2013 - Present
Group Benefits ltd November 2013 - October 2014
Marsh & McLennan Agency - Upper Midwest March 2012 - April 2013
Nationwide Insurance October 2010 - March 2012
Skills
Insurance, Health Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Life Insurance, Commercial Insurance
Education
Simpson College
Group Benefits Ltd May 2013 - Present
Drake University August 2010 - Present
Group Benefits Ltd September 2012 - May 2013
Gainlight Studios, Inc. April 2012 - May 2013
Drake University August 2010 - May 2013
EastPort Cantina May 2012 - July 2012
Victoria's Secret May 2010 - January 2012
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Drawing, Scenic Painting, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Social Skills, Sales, Illustration, Graphic Design, Blogging, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Marketing, InDesign, Brochures, Logo Design, Photoshop, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Time Management, WordPress, Illustrator, Mac
Education
Drake University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Drawing and Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Graphic Design, 3.81 GPA (4.0 scale)
Drake University
Graphic Design, Graphic Design
Mercer November 2010 - Present
Mercer November 2010 - Present
Marsh November 2010 - May 2014
DEWAAY FINANCIAL NETWORK February 2010 - August 2010
GROUP BENEFITS, LTD May 2007 - February 2010
Billion Dollar Mentoring June 2005 - May 2007
Billion Dollar Mentoring June 2005 - May 2007
GREMLER FINANCIAL GROUP/BILLION DOLLAR MENTORING June 2005 - May 2007
AMERICAN EQUITY INVESTMENT LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY October 2004 - May 2005
American Equity June 2001 - October 2004
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Fixed Annuities, Term Life Insurance, Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Marketing, Training, Retirement Planning, Retirement, Sales, Brokers, Leadership, Coaching, Customer Service, Call Centers, Small Business, Property & Casualty..., General Insurance, Underwriting, 401k, Financial Services, Medicare
Education
Drake University 1996 — 1997
Masters, Business Management; Leadership and Adult Development
South Dakota State University 1983 — 1988
Bachelors of Science Degree, Science Education
Contemporary Services Corporation - CSC December 2013 - Present
Champions of the Cardinal & Gold April 2013 - Present
Group Benefits Ltd July 2013 - December 2013
Transamerica April 2013 - December 2013
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Negotiation, Manage Client..., Non-profit..., Event Planning, Coordinating Events, Athletics, Microsoft Office, Sports Coaching, Public Speaking, Event Management, Sports Marketing, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Nonprofits
Education
Iowa State University 2012 — 2013
Master of Education (MEd), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
University of Wyoming 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Group Benefits, Ltd. October 2005 - Present
Group Benefits, Ltd. October 2005 - January 2012
Coventry Health Care 2004 - 2005
Outcomes Pharmaceutical Healthcare 2002 - 2004
ADP 1996 - 2002
Skills
Recruiting, Marketing, Business Development, Strategic Consulting, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Coaching, Networking, Employee Benefits, Fundraising, Individual Health..., Leadership, Strategic Planning, Sales, Team Building, Strategy, Management, Account Management, Customer Service, Insurance, New Business Development
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1993 — 1996
BS, Public Administration & Political Science
Drake University 1992 — 1993
Public Administration
Group Benefits, Ltd. March 2008 - Present
Farm Bureau Financial Services 2007 - 2008
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa & South Dakota 1993 - 2006
Skills
Health Insurance, Employee Benefits, Strategy, Leadership, Insurance, Marketing, Sales Management, Managed Care, Healthcare, Disability Insurance, Medicare, Management, Life Insurance, Training, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Sales, Recruiting, Team Building, Human Resources, Direct Sales, Brokers, Term Life Insurance, Underwriting, Long-term Care, New Business Development, Retirement, Commercial Insurance, Provider Relations, Account Management, Customer Retention, Property & Casualty..., Sales Operations, Investments, Health Care Reform, Fixed Annuities, Small Business, Benefits Administration, Business Development, Claim, Workers Compensation, Customer Service, Vendor Management, Call Centers, Dentistry, Public Speaking, Long Term Care Insurance, Risk Management
Education
Iowa State University 1991 — 1994
MA, Rheotric and Professional Communication, 3.97
Buena Vista University 1986 — 2000
BA, Business Communication
Group Benefits, Ltd. September 2015 - Present
Benefit Resources of Iowa October 2005 - June 2015
Tristar Benefit Administrators July 2002 - October 2005
First Administrators, Inc. 1998 - 2002
Principal Financial Group 1986 - 2000
Skills
Team Building, Insurance, Underwriting, Health Insurance, Sales, Employee Benefits, Customer Service
Education
Des Moines Area Community College
Group Benefits Ltd May 2008 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance
Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa
BA, Environmental Science
Group Benefits Ltd January 2011 - Present
United Healthcare Medicare Solutions 2010 - 2011
The Rasmussen Group, Inc. March 2006 - September 2009
Group Benefits Ltd 2002 - 2005
Krist Insurance Services 2001 - 2003
Skills
Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Benefits, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Sales Presentations, Meeting Planning, Leading Meetings, Customer Retention, Organization, Sales, Long Term Care Insurance, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Prescription..., Event Planning, Baking, Human Resources, Personnel Supervision, Communication Skills, Employee Benefits Design, Leadership, Voluntary Employee..., Cake Decorating, 401k, Health Savings Accounts, Payroll, Section 125 Plans, Group Life, Cafeteria Plans, Employee Relations, Self-funded, PPO, HMO, Health Care Reform, Term Life Insurance
Education
Des Moines Area Community College 1981 — 1983
AS, AAS, Retail, Business
Earlham Community School
Ken Garff Automotive Group November 2011 - Present
Principal Financial Group October 2005 - July 2011
Group Benefits Ltd April 2001 - September 2005
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield November 1987 - April 2001
Education
Des Moines Area Community College
Exira Community High School
Businessolver February 2014 - July 2015
Group Benefits, Ltd. January 2012 - February 2014
Strategic Employee Benefit Services of Central Iowa September 2010 - December 2011
Education
Iowa State University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management