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Affinity LTC, LLC
Business Name
Affinity LTC, LLC
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Long Business Description

Affinity LTC, The Coalition's endorsed broker, has specialized in providing Long Term Care insurance solutions to private, non-profit higher education for over 15 years. Affinity LTC first partnered with The Coalition in 2008 to offer John Hancock and then Genworth group LTCi products with unique benefits and limited underwriting to higher education clients and their families.

The Coalition is pleased to announce that Affinity LTC has a new group LTC offering available to Coalition members. This new product is available in all states except NY, MA, and VT. Affinity LTC is working on a comparable product for those states.

Features include:

-Allstate Benefits: A+ rated carrier.

-Utilizes Life Insurance with an LTC rider (state specific) which eliminates the "use it or lose it" drawback of a traditional LTC product.

-Completely voluntary program for employees ages 18-80. Full-time and part-time/adjuncts working 20 + hours per week are eligible.

-True Guarantee Issue with benefit up to $175,000 for employees ages 18-70. (Simplified Issue for ages 71-80).

-Can be set up as direct billing or payroll deduction.

-Easy turnkey enrollment - driven towards online employee entered enrollment - no agent pressure. 

 

    

Business Website Address
AffinityLTC.com
Business Phone Number
717-737-3060 ext. 300
Business Fax
717-737-3060
Contact Name
Amy L. Ewbank
Business Address
801 East Park Drive, Suite 106B
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Alera Group
Business Name
Alera Group
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
Alera Group is one of the largest independent employee benefit firms in the U.S.
For SCICU Members, Alera Group offers a Health4Edu Program designed to drive the best possible pricing and performance for healthcare plans at Higher Education Colleges and Universities.
Long Business Description

Alera Group is one of the largest independent employee benefit firms in the U.S. For SCICU Members, Alera Group offers a Health4Edu Program designed to drive the best possible pricing and performance for healthcare plans at Higher Education Colleges and Universities. The Health4Edu Program has reduced healthcare budgets by an average of 15-20% and protects campus autonomy (i.e., you do NOT need to change any plan designs, carriers, eligibility, employee contributions, etc.). The Health4Edu Program, in its 11th year, has over 15,000 members and SCICU is bringing this to its members as an opportunity for review. Contact kyle.crosley@aleragroup.com for additional information.

Business Website Address
Alera Group
Business Phone Number
(607) 423-6182
Contact Name
Kyle Crosley
Business Tags
Benefits, Consulting, Healthcare, Insurance
Business Address
800 Parker Hill Drive, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14625
CBIZ
Business Name
CBIZ
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
The nation’s leading provider of professional advisory services helping you maximize your enterprise by minimizing risk, attracting the best talent, and promoting employee satisfaction.
Long Business Description

With more than 100 offices and 4,800 associates in major metropolitan areas and suburban cities throughout the U.S., CBIZ (NYSE: CBZ) delivers top-level financial and benefits and insurance services to organizations of all sizes by providing national-caliber expertise combined with highly personalized service delivered at the local level.

Business Website Address
https://www.cbiz.com/
Business Phone Number
4079495602
Contact Name
Martin Bel
Business Address
2290 Lucien Way, Ste. 260 Maitland FL 32751
CFS – Collegiate Financial Services
Business Name
CFS – Collegiate Financial Services
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
Financial Consulting and Planning for Higher Education Employees and Institutions
Long Business Description

Institutional Level Consulting around Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Payroll and Compensation Design. Independent and Comprehensive Financial Planning for Higher Education Employees including management of TIAA CREF and other University Retirment Plans.

Business Website Address
http://www.collegiatefinancial.org
Business Phone Number
803-756-4224
Business Fax
301-251-8554
Contact Name
Christopher L. Cox
Business Tags
Compensation Design, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Higher Education Financial Planning, HR, Retirement Plan Management
Business Address
2600 Tower Oaks Boulevard, Suite 220
Rockville, MD 20852
Business Name
IMA Higher Education
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, Student/Athletic Insurance for Private Colleges & Universities. We take a holistic approach to treating risk, beyond simply placing insurance.
Long Business Description

IMA is the third largest privately held insurance brokerage firm in the United States, with an office in Greenville, SC & Charlotte, NC. IMA’s dedicated higher education practice is committed to driving down colleges and university’s net cost of their property & casualty insurance program.

As specialists in designing and implementing association-sponsored collaborative insurance programs for over 70 colleges and universities. In addition, IMA’s clients have been able to increase limits and reduce deductibles while maintaining the flexibility to tailor programs for their institution.

IMA’s proprietary and complimentary assessment, benchmarking process will allow CFOs and Risk Managers to efficiently and effectively quantify gaps and identify opportunities for improvement. Our higher education team knows the SC insurance marketplace especially well.

Please reach out to Casey Casamento (316) 640-5912 or Kevin Melvin (704) 207-5239 in the Higher Education Practice for additional information regarding the assessment and program success.

Business Website Address
https://imacorp.com/higher-education/
Business Phone Number
7042075239
Business Fax
IMA Education Practice
Contact Name
Kevin Melvin, CSRM
Business Tags
IMA Education Practice
Business Address
4000 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Mercer logo
Business Name
Mercer
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
Mercer is a national leader in providing Health and Benefits, Wealth and Retirement Advisory, Human Resources and Compensation consulting to the Higher Education industry and partners with more than 500 Colleges and Universities, nationwide.
Long Business Description

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s approximately 25,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with more than 85,000 colleagues. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment.

Business Website Address
http://www.mercer.com
Business Phone Number
803.727.2265
Contact Name
Andy Sipes
Business Tags
Compensation Planning, Consulting, Employee Benefits, Health Insurance, Retirement Plan Advisory, Wealth Advisory
Business Address
550 S. Main Street
Suite 525
Greenville, SC 29601
NFP, an Aon Company
Business Name
NFP, an Aon Company
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
NFP is a leading insurance broker and consultant that provides employee benefits, property and casualty, retirement plan advisory, and individual private client solutions.
Long Business Description

NFP is an organization of consultative advisors and problem solvers helping companies and individuals address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges. With colleagues across the US, Puerto Rico, Canada, UK and Ireland, we serve a diversity of clients, industries and communities. Our global capabilities, specialized expertise and customized solutions span property and casualty insurance, health and welfare benefits, wealth management and retirement plan advisory services. Together, we put people first, prioritize partnerships and continuously advance a culture we’re proud of.

Business Website Address
https://www.nfp.com/
Business Phone Number
(704) 502-5014
Contact Name
Zach Hull
Business Tags
Compensation Planning, Consulting, Employee Benefits, Health Insurance, Retirement Plan Advisory, Wealth Management
Business Address
1901 Roxborough Road, Suite 300
Charlotte, NC 28211
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Business Name
Sqwire LLC
Business Genre
Insurance, Human Resources & Benefits
Short Business Description
Sqwire is an online platform that aims to reduce financial stress among students & employees. It offers a variety of educational resources and tools to help users gain control of their finances and achieve their financial goals. By improving financial literacy, Sqwire can help improve employee productivity and financial freedom for students.
Long Business Description

Empowering the Next Generation: Introducing Sqwire to Educational Institutions

Sqwire is a comprehensive financial wellness platform designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for financial success. In today's complex world, financial literacy is not merely a desirable trait but an essential life skill. By integrating Sqwire into your student resources and onboarding schedule, you can provide your students with invaluable resources that will benefit them long after they graduate.  

Sqwire's educational content is tailored to meet the unique needs of various student demographics, from high schoolers exploring basic financial concepts to college students navigating student loans and early investing. Our platform offers engaging courses, interactive tools, and personalized support to foster financial confidence and independence.  

Partnering with educational institutions, Sqwire is committed to:

Enhancing the Student Experience: Providing students with essential life skills that complement their academic pursuits.
Improving Financial Literacy: Equipping students with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions.
Fostering Long-Term Success: Empowering students to achieve their financial goals and build a secure future.

Sqwire's user-friendly platform seamlessly integrates into existing educational frameworks, offering a valuable resource for students and educators alike. Join us in shaping a future where financial literacy is an integral part of every student's educational journey.

Business Website Address
https://www.getsqwire.com
Business Phone Number
+1-757-739-5737
Contact Name
Danijel Velicki
Business Tags
education, Finance, freedom, literacy, online
Business Address
101 W Main St,
Ste 715,
Norfolk, VA 23510

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