Kelly finds the best part of her job at Benchmark in the people she collaborates with. When the weekend arrives, she’s all about family and friends, spending time cheering on her three kids in their football, softball, and baseball games. To find her balance, you’ll often spot Kelly enjoying invigorating sessions of hot yoga and barre.

Outside his Professional Insurance life, and when he is not practicing his Blue Steel face from Zoolander, Brian can be seen surfing in the ocean or laughing with friends over a meal and his favorite IPA.

Fun Fact: Brian is a father of 3, happily married to his high school sweetheart.

Nicole’s favorite elements of working at Benchmark include maintaining a strong work family and healthy work-life balance. Outside of work, Nicole loves to spend time with family, work out, and go shopping.

Fun Fact: Nicole has a pet pig, named Penelope!

Joe’s position at Benchmark constantly keeps him on his toes as he gets to learn the many different client industries, challenges, and goals that come with them. He loves the neverending day-to-day chaos and his coworkers-turned-family.

On the weekends, Joe stays busy watching his kids on a sports field or in a wrestling room, while always making time for a good beach day.

Fun Fact: As a self-proclaimed Rockstar, Joe’s oldest pastime is drumming. (DID YOU KNOW: Drumming burns more calories per half hour session than cycling, weight lifting, and hiking?)

Jim enjoys the strong relationships and family-like environment Benchmark has worked hard to create and maintain. Outside of work, Jim is passionate about Bible Study, visiting his grandchildren, and staying active.

Fun Fact: Jim loves God, Family, and Sports! (in that order)

What doesn’t Maureen love about Benchmark? The workplace culture, respect, responsibility, understanding, and appreciation are just some of the qualities at the top of her list.

Weekends mean always making time to gather around a table for meals with family and friends.

Fun Fact: As a once-upon-a-time IRONMAN Age Group Champion, Maureen has competed in numerous triathlons and marathons.

Shannon’s pride in Benchmark comes from watching the team grow and succeed over the last decade. Weekends for Shannon are all about enjoying family time with her two (crazy) boys and squeezing in a good work out.

Fun Fact: Shannon is a Certified Athletic Trainer who spent most of her career supporting and taking care of high school, Division 1, and Division 2 Collegiate Athletes.

The most fulfilling part of Benchmark for Jeff is working with trusted and respected people who value service over profit. While not at work, Jeff finds comfort spending time with his family, fishing, and generally being in the great outdoors.

Fun Fact: Jeff’s son, Dan, has courageously protected our great nation by serving in the military.

Michelle’s biggest inspiration to do a great job is the amazing Benchmark team she gets to work with. In her free time, she enjoys watching her kids play soccer, taking her dog, Gus, for long walks, and spending time with family and friends.

Fun Fact: Michelle’s biggest strengths are being naturally caring, attentive, and a healer.

Jennifer enjoys the ability to collaborate and leverage outside knowledge and experience to give clients an edge in the marketplace. For fun, Jennifer loves spending time outdoors with her family and dogs jet skiing, paddleboarding, bike riding, hiking, and more.

Fun Fact: A true gift to the world, Jennifer was born on Christmas day!