CCI Benefit Solutions, Inc. Our People
Scott Miller, Benefit Advisor, Principal
Scott began his insurance career in 1992 as a carrier representative, marketing third party administrative services and managed care dental programs. In January 1995, Scott joined CCI Benefit Solutions and was soon named a managing partner. His insurance industry involvement includes Past President of the Columbus Association of Health Underwriters (CAHU). Scott also serves on the Broker Advisory Board for United Healthcare and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Scott is a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.
Richard Ritter, Benefit Advisor, Principal Rich began his insurance career as an agent for New England Life Insurance. In 1997, Rich joined CCI Benefit Solutions to provide 401(k) retirement planning expertise. Rich is a member of The Builders Exchange of Central Ohio Financial Group. Rich is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University with a degree in Economics.
Brian Waterhouse, Benefit Advisor, Principal
Brian joined CCI Benefit Solutions in 1994. With over twenty-two years of industry experience, Brian's expertise in employee benefits is extensive. His career has spanned a broad spectrum of functions including consulting, management, and provider contracting in previous positions with American Dental Plan, Acordia, and Hill, Richards & Co. A Certified Wellness Program Coordinator (CWPC) from the National Wellness Institute and member of the Wellness Council of America, Brian works with employers to integrate worksite health promotion and disease prevention programs in to their health plans. Brian holds various designations including the Group Benefits Disability Specialist (GBDS) and Professional, Academy for Healthcare Management (PAHM). Brian is a graduate from Rollins College and member of the Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society. He is active in local civic organizations and serves on various boards.
Dennis Dirks, Benefit Advisor
Dennis Dirks started in the insurance industry in 1984 with Mutual of Omaha specializing in group health benefits. Dennis was awarded the Chairman's Board three years in a row, a distinction held for the top overall employee at Mutual of Omaha. Dennis joined CCI Benefit Solutions in 2005 where he specializes in Small Group Business Health and 401(k) Retirement Plans. Dennis is a graduate of the University of South Dakota.
Josh Kinzel, Individual Health Specialist
After an internship with CCI in 2006, Josh Kinzel joined the firm as a Benefit Advisor focusing on small business health plan implementation. Josh currently specializes in individual and family health insurance. His focuses include, but are not limited to, individual Health Savings Account (HSA) and COBRA alternatives. Josh's previous work experience includes a role as an HR assistant for a mid-sized employer located in Northeast Ohio. Josh is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a degree in Human Resources.
Kerry Quick, Independent Agent
Kerry began her insurance career in 1987 as a Workers' Compensation Claims Supervisor in Pennsylvania. Other insurance related experience include positions held with the Social Security Administration and Mutual of New York Life Insurance. Prior to joining CCI in 2008, Kerry spent 17 years in the Workers' Compensation field in Ohio. During that time, she held various positions in management, operations, sales and marketing. Kerry specializes in Medicare and works with both seniors and Medicare eligible individuals. Kerry is a graduate of Marywood University in Scranton, PA.
Amy Larason, Account Manager Amy joined CCI in 2002 as an Account Manager. Prior to joining CCI, Amy worked in sales and sales management with Nextel Communications and Mettler Toledo. In her role, Amy assists customers in developing an overall employee benefits strategy and is our lead Account Manager for our retirement plan clients. Amy is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University located in Delaware, Ohio.
Debbie Stamnes, Account Manager
Debbie Stamnes has spent her entire career in the insurance industry, beginning in 1985 when she worked as an underwriting assistant at William Penn Life Insurance Company. Debbie also worked in New Business Development with Principal Financial Group prior to joining CCI. Since joining CCI in 1999, Debbie has served as an Account Manager.
Kathy Zambon, Account Manager
Kathy began her career with the Air Force as a civilian doing research for project engineers where her attention to detail and dedication won her the Civilian of the Year Award. She went on to manage a psychological practice handling all insurance claims and coverage information. Left to work with PriMed Physicians in Dayton, OH - as HR Manager for a medical group with over 300 employees. After moving to Columbus, Kathy worked for Scioto Country Club as their HR Manager handling all of their benefits. Most recent, she worked for Blue Chip Surgical as HR Manager managing all benefits for surgical centers located throughout the US. Kathy joined CCI Benefit Solutions in early 2009.
Ashley Ellison, Client Advocate
Ashley joined CCI Benefit Solutions in 2005 and serves as our Client Advocate. In her role, Ashley assists clients with claims, billing issues, as well as eligibility and enrollment questions. Ashley is a graduate of Otterbein College with a degree in Business Administration.
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