Bill Bade of Sydney Consulting Most Recent HVBA Advisory Board Member

Mount Laurel, NJ – December 15th, 2022 – Today, the Health & Voluntary Benefits Association® announces the appointment of Bill Bade, President of Sydney Consulting, to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Health & Voluntary Benefits Association®.

The Health & Voluntary Benefits Association® (HVBA) held their 15th Annual Meeting on November 30th, 2022, at the new Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia. During the board meeting, the Executive & Advisory Joint Board made several decisions relative to the direction of our 2023 strategy for our members. Given the climate of the U.S. increased cost of healthcare and the financial gaps employee face, our goals are in line with making disruptive industry change, educating brokers and employers alike to find ways to save money for both employers and their employees, close financial coverage gaps as well as help in retention of valuable human capital.

The Joint Board of the HVBA voted on several appointments to enhance the current Board of Directors with renowned VB industry professionals that will bring their expertise to our members. We are proud to announce the appointment of Bill Bade, to the HVBA Advisory Board. During his distinguished career, Bill has held positions in account management and product development as well as risk management. Bill is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) and founder of Sydney Consulting Group, whose actuaries, attorneys, and support staff serve over 50 insurance carriers, brokers, and technology firms in the Voluntary Benefits market.

“The Health & Voluntary Benefits Association® is a well-respected advocate for our industry, and I am excited to join the rest of the advisory board in promoting the education, implementation, and enrollment strategies of voluntary benefits at the workplace. I look forward to supporting the growth of the association under Rob, Lee, and Krystie’s leadership.” Bill Bade, Founder, Sydney Consulting

“We are very excited to welcome Bill to the team. The voluntary benefits industry is evolving, and we know that there is a need for data analytics, quality resources for regulatory updates, and innovation around product and enrollment solutions. I am confident that with Bill on the team, we can provide the value and support that our members are looking for. It is an exciting time in the voluntary benefits industry. Bill brings the expertise and industry backing that will help propel the HVBA to the next level.” Krystie Dascoli, CVBS, National Practice Leader of Voluntary Benefits for MMA and President, of the HVBA Advisory Board.

“Appointing Bill, to our current distinguished members of the Board of Directors, will continue to elevate the intellectual property and experience the HVBA offers to our growing industry. His knowledge is world-class, and he will play an important role as we head into 2023 and beyond.” Rob Shestack, CVBS, CFF, Chairman & CEO of HVBA.

Please join me in congratulating Bill on this appointment and welcoming him to our organization. Bill will be integral for our members and association co-leading the CVBS Certifications program and the Legislative issues that affect our industry.

About the Health & Voluntary Benefits Association®

Founded in 2008, The Health & Voluntary Benefits Association (HVBA) is the nation’s largest, leading education and information non-profit association in voluntary benefits industry. As the foremost national influencers, we serve as the central point of communication for the industry, offering networking, education, and the latest updates on the trends, regulations, best practices, and innovations for: Insurance Brokers & Consultants, Carrier Representatives, Human Resource Executives and Voluntary Benefit Service Providers. We focus on improving growth of our partners and their teams through the sharing of proven strategies and success stories of voluntary employee benefit solutions.

For further information or questions, please contact:

Jenny Jenkins
Managing Director
Mobile: 561-398-1060
Direct: 856-326-5247
Email: jjenkins@vbassociation.com Website: www.VBassociation.com