Meet your benefits team

Jennifer Bundy-Cobb, CEBS, VP/Sr. Employee Benefits Advisor

Jennifer joined the Wilson Agency in 1995; she is currently the Vice-President of Industry Relations and Product Management. Jennifer has been an Anchorage resident since 1972 and has worked in the employee benefits industry since 1990.

Jennifer holds a certified employee benefits specialist (CEBS) designation through the Wharton School of Business and the International Foundation of Employee Benefit plans (IFEBP).  The CEBS designation is the premier designation that a person in the field of employee benefits can achieve. Jennifer has an associate degree from Katharine Gibbs and is a graduate of West Anchorage High School. 

Jennifer is a charter member of the Alaska Chapter of the National Health Underwriters Association and was Chapter President for the 2006/2007 fiscal year.  Jennifer was named by the Alaska Journal of Commerce/Alaska Chamber of Commerce as one of the “Top 40 Under 40” in 2003. She is also President of the board for the Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center

Jennifer is an expert on alternate funding and health plan risk management. She offers expertise for organizations both in the public and private sectors and has a particular interest integrating the financial and risk management programs for plan sponsors.

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Terry Allard, CEBS, AVP/Senior Benefits Advisor

Terry has called Alaska home since 1983.  She joined The Wilson Agency in January, 1997 as an account executive and has since moved into her current position as senior account executive. Terry manages a wide range of accounts that vary in size and complexity. Terry is also responsible for managing the general agent relationships that The Wilson Agency has with several insurance companies, including serving as the general agent for the Alaska Support Industry Alliance health plan.

Terry’s career in employee benefits started in 1985 at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska in their Anchorage office. During her 11 years with Blue Cross, Terry gained a thorough understanding of sales, administration, and underwriting of fully insured health plans. She held several positions in group marketing, and in the last four years of her tenure was Sales Underwriter. In this capacity she was responsible for marketing, renewing, and underwriting all Alaska brokered accounts 2 to 99 in size.

In addition, Terry holds a certified employee benefits specialist designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefits, a group benefits disability specialist certification from The National Underwriter Company and is a charter member and Past President of the Alaska Chapter of the National Association of Health Underwriters.

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Bill Hunsuck, Employee Benefits Advisor

Bill Hunsuck began his career in employee benefits with The Wilson Agency in 1999, initially facilitating our voluntary benefit operation and working with the installation of flex plans for many of our clients. Bill eventually began working in group benefits with small group accounts and has continued to expand his expertise to mid and larger size groups. Bill was born and raised in Anchorage.  He attended Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, N.C., graduating in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business.  

Prior to working in employee benefits, Bill enjoyed a lengthy career in operations and management in the retail industry.  This hands-on knowledge of business management helps Bill to understand the financial and human relations issues faced by employers regarding employee benefits.  Bill states “It’s the ongoing personal relationships that I find most rewarding in this ‘people’ business.”

Bill is a member of the National Association of Health Underwriters and the Alaska Chapter serving on the Board of Directors.

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K. Michael Ward, SPHR, GPHR, Employee Benefits Advisor

Michael was born and raised in Hawaii but calls Alaska her home after 16 years.  She brings more than 13 years of human resources management experience to The Wilson Agency.  Throughout her career, Michael has gained experience in all aspects of Human Resources, including benefits.  Recently she was the Human Resources Manager for an Alaskan Native Corporation's 8 subsidiaries.  Past experience also includes work in the construction, oil & gas support, government contract, health, retail, non-profit and manufacturing industries.  Her tenure in the human resources field has allowed her to gain valuable knowledge and experience on the needs of our customers, taking a proactive approach to issues.

Michael graduated with honors from the University of Hawaii, Manoa with a Master's Degree in Public Health and Planning, and from the University of Alaska, Anchorage with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics. She is certified as a Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR), as well as, a Global Professional of Human Resources (GPHR).  Michael is an active member in the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) with the local Anchorage Chapter, as well as with other non-profit organizations in Alaska.

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Sabrina Peterson, MBA, CFP(R), Employee Benefits Advisor

Sabrina Peterson brings an analytical sense developed from her engineering background and investment skills from her MBA degree to serve The Wilson Agency clientele as the Advisor for financial services. 

Sabrina combines her technical expertise with her conscientious nature to find solutions for corporate clients and to help individuals achieve their financial and retirement goals.  She began working in the corporate retirement plan market in 2005 with Financial Resources, Inc as a consultant.  Joining The Wilson Agency allows her to continue working with a company that is client-centric. Sabrina says she looks forward to enhancing the financial services provided by The Wilson Agency. 

Sabrina earned her Masters in Business Administration emphasizing Global Finance at Alaska Pacific University in 2003.  She also holds General NASD and State Securities and Insurance Licenses.  In 2005 she broadened her skills by obtaining her Certified Financial Planner^TM or CFP^® certification.

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Kathy Binkley, Employee Benefits Advisor

Kathy is a success story at The Wilson Agency. Starting as receptionist in 2005 she showed her hard-working and diligent work ethic and quickly moved up to a Benefit Specialist, working specifically with individual medical insurance and benefit products.

In 2006, Kathy began specializing in the 10 and under employer groups. Kathy is excited about her future with The Wilson Agency, and is currently studying for a Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) designation through The American College. "Benefits are something most employees enjoy, but few understand them. I'm here to help.”

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Deenie Robertson, CWPC, Health and Lifestyle Management Consultant

Deenie is a life-long Alaskan, born in Seward and raised in Anchorage. She attended college at UAF and holds an Associate of Arts Degree in Business Management and a Certificate in Logistics. Her career path started in the travel industry where she has continued to work for many years as an independent consultant. She began working in the petroleum industry in the mid 90’s eventually assumed the position of Manager of Barge Supply and Distribution. She has also enjoys teaching spinning classes at the Alaska Club and she competes in local and out-of-state triathlons.

Deenie came to The Wilson Agency in 2007 and has since achieved designation as a Certified Wellness Program Coordinator.  She enjoys working directly with customers using creativity, quick thinking and logistical skills to design, implement and manage successful wellness programs for their businesses and their employees.

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John Brassell, MS, Client Services Director

John Brassell has an extensive background and over 15 years of experience in customer service and project management.

Previously, John served as Assistant Director of Development Strategies and Client Relations for a large non-profit organization in the Southeast United States. Additionally, he has nearly five years experience in the insurance industry.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force, John received his bachelor's degree in Interpersonal and Organizational Communications from Toccoa Falls College. Since then, John has gone on to gain two graduate degrees from Liberty University in Business Management and Accounting.

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Margery Pratt, CEBS, RHU, joined The Wilson Agency, LLC. in 1992. With her extensive experience and education in group employee benefits, she is primarily responsible for providing service, analysis and technical support for our more complex accounts. In addition, she provides support within our agency for the myriad of benefits related legal and regulatory issues to assist our clients in remaining in compliance. Margery obtained her bachelor of arts in English literature from the University of Washington. Later she obtained the distinguished designation of Certified Employee Benefits Specialist from the International Foundation of Employee Benefits and also holds  Registered Health Underwriter and Registered Employee Benefits Consultant designations from The American College.

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Amy Ault, Sr. Account Manager

Amy has lived in Alaska since 1981 and worked at the Wilson Agency since 1989. Amy started her career at The Wilson Agency as receptionist and then as client services coordinator, working specifically with individual life insurance and benefit products. Amy made the transition to Employee Benefits in 2003 and brings with her a vast knowledge of product underwriting. “The transition to employee benefits is a challenge and great opportunity to learn more about the ever changing health/employee benefits industry.” Amy is currently studying for a Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) designation through The American College.

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Alicia Sinz, Open Enrollment & Employee Communication Coordinator

Alicia was born and raised in Alaska, having lived in both Anchorage and Soldotna. She attended college at Auburn University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.

In 2010, Alicia began her career with The Wilson Agency as a Benefits Assistant to Group Benefits and soon took on the responsibilities of Account Manager in the Wealth Management Group where she worked with both retirement and life policies. Most recently, Alicia accepted the position as Open Enrollment and Employee Communication Coordinator where she will combine her knowledge of financial services and group benefits with her customer services skills to serve the needs of our customers.

Alicia brings over five years experience in customer service and interpersonal and organizational communication to The Wilson Agency.

She was recently accepted into the University of Alaska Anchorage's College of Business & Public Policy and is pursuing a Master of Business Administration

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Lon G. Wilson, President

Lon Wilson is a life-long resident of Alaska; with the exception of the time he spent receiving his formal education, Anchorage has been his home. Lon joined The Wilson Agency, LLC in 1989 to develop the firm’s Employee Benefits and Compensation practice. He later became a Principal in the firm in 1991 and currently serves as President.

Lon earned his B.A. degree in Business Administration (concentrations: Finance and Marketing) from the University of Washington Business School. His professional licenses include a Life and Health insurance license for the states of Alaska & Washington, as well as Securities Licenses 7, 63 and 65 from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

The Insurance and Financial Services industry is changing rapidly, and to stay abreast of the latest developments Lon is active in local as well as national industry organizations. He is a member of the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) and routinely attends local, regional and national conferences dealing with current legislative issues and trends.  Additionally, Lon is past President of the Alaska Association of Health Underwriters.

Lon is involved in a number of civic organizations. He is the immediate Past-Chair of the Anchorage Economic Development Council and is a board member for the Alaska Support Industry Alliance and the Children’s Hospital at Providence Advisory Council. He is also a member of the Commonwealth North Healthcare Coalition and the Anchorage Downtown Rotary.

Lon's unique background in Finance, Accounting, Banking and Insurance provide him with the essential tools to work effectively in the field of Employee Benefits and Compensation.

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Holly has nearly 20 years of marketing and business development experience.  She has a diverse background working in various industries from medical management to telecommunications to tourism.  As an experienced business professional, Holly has specific insight into employer needs and concerns with respect to employee benefit programs and the need for integration, administration and support of general human resource initiatives and how they support overall corporate objectives. 

A long-time resident of Alaska, Holly received her bachelor’s degree from UAF with a double major in Journalism/Broadcasting and Speech Communication.  This was followed up later with a master’s degree in Business Administration from UAA.  She is active in the community, getting involved with organizations such as Soroptimist, American Marketing Association and the Medical Group Management Association.

Among her varied work experience, Holly spent time building her own marketing business and was co-owner of a grant writing company.  Eventually, she found herself working in the ever-growing industry of health care and in 2008 received her designation of Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE).  Her wide array of business experience provides her with understanding of the varied and unique needs of our diverse client base.

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Nelson has called Alaska home for more than 39 years.  He moved to Alaska in 1972 from Lake Placid, New York. He received an AAS in Business Administration from North Country Community College a division of SONY. Nelson joined The Wilson Agency in November, 1997. Nelson's 38+ year carrier has been associated with the Insurance Industry.  He is an avid Alaska sportsman and a bush pilot.

Nelson has been a member of the Anchorage International Rotary Club for over 30 years and is a founding member and presiding President of the Anchorage International Rotary Memorial Scholarship Fund where he has overseen the disbursements of well over $200,000 to local students in form of higher education scholarships. He received the Past President's Award of Rotarian of the Year for 2009-1010 recognizing his outstanding service to the club.  He has also received the Paul Harris award three times, an exclusive award given to recognize significant financial contributions to Rotary.  Nelson is currently serving as Sergeant at Arms for the 2011/2012 term.

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