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Endorsements | Clients Client Endorsements “Decisions regarding health insurance coverage for our firm’s members and their families are far too important to not seek out and listen to a professional’s advice…Our firm has relied on GBL since our formation. We have found their advice to be uniformly thoughtful and credible…GBL is responsive to our questions and requests for information. Many of the same qualities we aspire in our firm’s practice of law, we find apparent in GBL.” - Max Schott, Max Schott & Associates “I appreciate you taking the time to look at our options each year and making recommendations on how we might be able to save money, but still keep quality health insurance. The level of service GBL offers is hard to find in the business world today. It’s nice to have someone to call when we have a problem. I know your staff will look into any issues I have and get back to me. It saves a lot of headaches and time!” - Carol Rankin, Camelot Cleaners “I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the excellent service your company provides. You and your staff have provided our company management with the necessary information to offer our employees an excellent benefits package. I have found your staff to be knowledgeable, helpful and professional. Their years of experience in the industry have provided each of them a wide range of knowledge and they are able to confidently answer any questions. I look forward to working with your company for many years in the future.” - Elaine Lindaman, Boesen the Florist “We have been extremely pleased with the services received from the GBL staff. They have been effective advocates when coverage and benefit questions have arisen with the various insurance companies. We have also appreciated their proactive approach in searching the market for alternative carriers and benefit packages well in advance of our renewal dates. We highly recommend Group Benefits, Ltd. to any business in need of a group insurance broker.” - Dave Craig, Finley, Alt, Smith, Scharnberg, Craig, Hilmes & Gaffney, P.C. “Very informative. Get right back to you with answers. GBL has always been great to work with.” - Betty Thurman, Thurman Enterprises “What I find most satisfying about GBL is your professionalism and your willingness to provide me with pertinent information when I need it. Your professionalism is often displayed by your working knowledge of your company’s services, your competitions’ services and new developments and offerings in the industry. Your willingness to find the answers to my questions is apparent in the speed with which you respond. I feel genuine desire to assist a client can be measured by the timeliness of the response. GBL exhibits genuine desire.” - Bo Harris, City of Shenandoah “The employees of GBL are always friendly and very easy to get along with. They research the best insurance options available that fit our needs. It’s a pleasure working with GBL.” - Geoff Warmouth, Waukee Hardware “GBL is great to work with, always understanding our needs and trying to please in every aspect. The employees are very detailed and always keep in touch after everything is done. They return calls in a timely fashion and they try to get the best coverage with the better companies. We are totally happy and it’s a pleasure to work with GBL.” - Kenneth Wilder, Wilder Trucking “I have been very pleased with the service GBL has provided. My agent always comes prepared with the pertinent information at hand. I am impressed you know your products and are able to answer my questions easily with confidence. It has been my pleasure to have GBL as my advocate for the health insurance products that we have purchased.” - Ricky Taylor, Davis Taylor “Our GBL Employee Benefit Specialist is very knowledgeable about insurance plans. She plans ahead and doesn’t wait till the last minute to deliver our renewal. She is very friendly and returns our calls promptly.” - Renee Nickelson, Indianola Body Shop “GBL employees are very knowledgeable and provide great customer service. They are positive, upbeat and always have a smile.” - Tom Vanderlaan, Newton YMCA “GBL does an excellent job helping us with our insurance needs. They are very willing to get bids from several health insurance companies to make sure we get the very best insurance package at the lower cost. GBL is very willing to help our employees that call with questions. GBL has helped us with our health insurance needs as well as long term disability and life insurance.” - Shirley Lundgren, Shenandoah Community School District “Whenever we have questions about our benefits we get answers in a polite and professional manner.” - Leon Ables, City of Wellsburg “My Employee Benefit Specialist has always been willing to come to our location for company meetings or to meet with our employees one on one. GBL has dedicated staff to ensure timely answers to our questions and concerns.” - Donald Bauerkemper, Chapman Metering “I depend on GBL to give me sound advice and guidance on my insurance needs. I can count on GBL to give me a prompt response to any questions or concerns that arise.” - Terry Harrington, Harrington Homes “I have enjoyed working with GBL. We have a very good working relationship. They have always been willing to help with any questions or problems that have come up. My calls are returned in a timely manner. I hope to continue working with GBL in the future.” - Judy Wambold, Nodaway Valley Community School District “I have always been satisfied with the service I have received from Group Benefits Ltd..” - Karen Boehoffer, Sullivan Autobody “GBL has been very helpful and pleasant to do business with. From the very first phone call to inquire about their services to the most recent phone call with questions about our insurance. My calls are returned right away. I enjoy working with GBL and look forward to working with them in the future.” - Linda Pioch, Polk County Schools Employees “I have always found GBL employees to be most helpful and professional.” - Dan Bobenhouse, Bowlerama Lanes, Ltd. “GBL offers competitive pricing and they make the application process very easy. They are very pleasant to work with.” - Mary Jo Healey-Meeks, Cornerstone Credit Union “GBL was very helpful in finding the right healthcare provider for our small group.” - Ed Gabel, Iowa Heartland Credit Union “We have been using Group Benefits Ltd for years. They take all the work out of offering health insurance. Every year they shop for the best rates and then set it all up. We don’t have to do a thing.” - Devan Kaufman, Kaufman Construction “GBL employees are available to answer any questions or provide any information I might need concerning policy coverage at renewal time. The office staff has been most helpful and always courteous.” - Nancy Shillington, Shillington Hardware “I have appreciated Group Benefits, Ltd for the years of service they’ve given us. They have always met with us personally at a location that is convenient for us. They have always gotten back to us the same day or within 24 hours if we’ve had questions. They have always worked hard to find us the best rates possible for our company.” - Myron Halbersma, Homestead Builders “GBL offers to look at alternatives to find a better price. They are quick to respond with the information requested and they are very easy to work with.” - Angela Blades, City of Leon “We have been with Group Benefits, Ltd for approximately 7 years. I am very satisfied with and confident in their expertise and services. I very much appreciate the fact GBL offers and explains to me the choices I have for insurance. Therefore, I can make my decision based upon my knowledge of my business rather than what someone else thinks is best.” - Diane Harland, Harland Ace Hardware “GBL is very knowledgeable and helpful. They provide comparisons for us when reviewing our health insurance and give us good advice. My questions are answered in a timely manner.” - Jan McVey, Warwick Wood Products, Inc. “I like the fact that Group Benefits, Ltd. shops the market for me to get the best rates and gives me various plans to choose from to meet my needs.” - Randie Anania, Insurance Specialists “GBL has always been most helpful and knowledgeable. They always return my phone calls promptly.” - Janet Olsen, Olsen’s Hardware & Appliance “GBL is very helpful in all aspects of health insurance. They are great at following up each renewal year to receive quotes from other carriers. They are always available if I have any questions in a professional and friendly manner.” - Kelly Lauderdale, Edgewood Hardware “GBL has always responded promptly to any calls or questions I have had. They have always presented various options for me to look at and they have been knowledgeable about the differing insurance programs and companies being presented. I have felt very secure in making my insurance decisions after consulting with GBL.” - Doug Farrell, Dragon Fire Comics “GBL is interested in getting us the best product at the best price. They are very knowledgeable about his products. I have recommended GBL on several occasions.” - Rod Vicker, Story Farm & Home “GBL’s services are always very informative and straight to the point. They are willing to explain the health coverage to each of our employees and answer all of their questions.” - Maureen McCorkle, McCorkle Hardware “GBL has been very helpful over the years with my insurance coverage. They are always ready with answers to whatever questions I may have. I feel very comfortable with our program as it pertains to GBL’s able assistance.” - Mike McBroom, Frenchway Cleaners “We have always depended on GBL for their guidance. We feel GBL is very knowledgeable, trustworthy and prompt.” - Jack Powell, Valley Ace Hardware “Group Benefits, Ltd. has been a great asset to Action Reprographics, Inc. They have provided us with competitive and honest information. I feel like I can ask “what if” scenarios and GBL will give me an honest answer no matter how it affects them. As a small business they know all too well how important it is to make sound fiscal decisions.” - Dan Lienemann, Action Reprographics, Inc. “GBL is on top of the market trend, conditions and pricing. They are never afraid to check pricing with a number of companies. They are willing to review the current plan to see if this is the best plan for our company.” - Ron Deason, Mid-America Adjustment Company “With GBL’s guidance our credit union has reduced our annual health insurance cost by over $12,000. Everyone is helpful and help us to understand when we make changes in our health insurance carrier.” - Becky DeVries, Midland Credit Union “We’ve had our insurance with GBL for several years and we are quite satisfied. My questions are always answered in a timely manner.” - Deanna Gilbert, Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show & Lounge “GBL is very well informed. Any questions I have about our health insurance benefits or billing is given immediate attention.” - Donna Trickel, Vector Graphics “GBL is very knowledgeable of the health insurance industry and employee benefits. As we offer alternatives to our employees GBL personally counsels them regarding their choices. The staff provides great support to us throughout the year.” - Larry Zeiger, Midlands Business Equipment “GBL’s customer service is second to none! We can always depend on their quick response times and sound advice.” - Melissa Keen, Vision Tech Consulting “I’m so glad GBL does all the work. Health insurance plans vary and I depend on you to find the best coverage at the lowest possible cost. You save me hours of confusing research.” - Lois Gorman, Anderson Erickson Credit Union “We have been very happy with Group Benefits, Ltd. If we have any questions they are there with the answers. They have made the whole process very easy.” - Gary & Cindy Meilike, GTS Tree Services, Inc. “We are very satisfied with the services being provided by GBL. If we need your help, you have always been available. Your willingness to quote the market has been very helpful to us.” - Randy Pleima, Mahaska Rural Water Systems, Inc. “GBL does a great job of showing and explaining to us all of our options every year. They are very knowledgeable and up to date with all the options available.” - Todd, Aspen Financial Services, Inc. “Group Benefits, Ltd. has been very helpful to our credit union. The staff is always willing to answer benefit questions and assist employees in dealing with the insurance companies as issues arise. I feel Group Benefits, Ltd. has helped us get the best deal for our benefit dollars.” - Rachel Ballenger, Tradesman Credit Union “I think your services are great. GBL took our previous plan and converted it into a group benefit plan and reduced our premium. As a business owner, I’m always looking for the best service and the best price and you provided me that! Things haven’t been better!” - Kim Trickey, Westdale Bowling Center “GBL is careful to explain all the options, advise us, but let us make the decisions.” - Steve Pfeifer, McCoy Hardware “GBL is very good to work with. They are always good to return calls promptly and get several quotes from different companies to make sure you are getting the best deal and the best insurance. I received a call from another company asking if I was happy with GBL and I said you were very good to work with and they would be very happy with your services.” - Jeanette Wenzel, City of Dows “Your services are very helpful; your communication with us regarding any of our insurance needs is very timely and clear. Your responses to any of our questions are answered thoroughly and quickly – we appreciate that.” - Andrea Helin, Kohles Mechanical Inc “GBL has an outstanding working knowledge of medical insurance contracts and has proven to be a valuable asset when evaluating plan types and comparing various insurance company proposals.” - Don Kohles, Kohles Mechanical Inc. “GBL has been a pleasure to work with. They are very easy to contact and always willing to help…I appreciate the fact they are willing to make every effort to solve any problems we might have.” - Judy Church, Clarke County “Trying to understand all the ins and outs of a comprehensive employee benefits plan has always been a headache...that all changed when I met (GBL). You very clearly and effectively explain the pro’s and con’s of different benefit packages and shop for the best “fit” for Avondale Animal Hospital…I actually understand what benefits my employees and I receive.” - Dr. Dennis Woodruff, DVM, Avondale Veterinary Healthcare Complex “On behalf of the Montgomery County Family YMCA, I would like to commend GBL for all they have done for our YMCA over the past six years. They are always there for us and helps our YMCA receive the best possible group rates to keep our health benefits the most affordable as possible.” - Nick Zimmer, Executive Director, Montgomery County Family YMCA “Our office appreciates the personalized service we receive…they clearly communicate the information we need to know to make the best choices for our office…I would recommend Group Benefits, Ltd. to anyone.” - Nancy Kawahara, Dr. G. Richard Young “While the Greater Des Moines area has a plethora of “competent” insurance agents, Goetzl & Woiwood, CPA’s has chosen to maintain a working relationship with Group Benefits, Ltd…For Fifteen years they have been responsive to our needs and concerns, never taking our business for granted and working hard to tailor the plan best suited to our situation. We feel confident whatever plan GBL recommends is the best plan for us.” - Jeff Woiwood, CPA, Goetzl & Woiwood, CPAs PC Agent Endorsements “During the last three years, our Agency has had a contractual business relationship with Group Benefits, Ltd. Each year we have the choice of contracting with a different brokerage firm, but we have not found that to be necessary. The staff at GBL is very knowledgeable and their service has been impeccable. All phone messages are responded to in a timely manner and problems are solved quickly. As a contracted agency, we really appreciate our working relationship with GBL and look forward to many more years of growth.” - Philip J. Tyler, CIC, CPIA – Tyler Insurance Services “I am writing to let you know I highly recommend GBL to all my colleagues. In my own practice we strive to provide 100% plus service and I am always careful about recommending clients to other professionals. I have no hesitation in recommending GBL. You have always worked with a client oriented, friendly, win-win attitude and always give 100% plus! I can assure my colleagues they will not regret an association with GBL.” - James C. Norris, President, Certified Financial Planner – Parker Norris Financial Inc “I would like to commend your office for the outstanding service we receive from you on a daily basis. Every time I call, I feel as if my call is important to you. I always receive a response to my questions promptly. I greatly appreciate that as it helps me get back to my customers promptly as well. I appreciate the service you provide for us. Our office has placed a lot of business with your agency and will continue to do so because of your outstanding service and friendly staff. Thank you!” - Mindi Reed – The Hoffman Agencies “Just a short note to say “Thank you” for the professional and courteous assistance you have provided to me and my health insurance clients over the years. It is always a pleasure to work with knowledgeable professionals in such a challenging market place. The Group Benefits, Ltd., personnel are highly trained to assist me in gathering detailed information to provide competitive products and services to my clients. The Erickson Insurance Agency has enjoyed a long and prosperous relationship with you and looks forward to continuing that relationship in the future.” - Gregg Erickson, CLU, ChFC – Erickson Insurance “As a longtime agent dealing with your company for many years, I would like to let you know I have experienced nothing but professional results. My questions have always been addressed in a prompt, courteous and professional manner. I greatly appreciate all of the service I have received and will continue to use your agency to service Davis Insurance. Your product knowledge and professional service is second to none. Thanks!” - David Merrill – Davis Insurance Agency, Inc. “I would like you to know as an agent who works closely with your staff on a day-to-day basis, I have received nothing but professional courteous results when dealing with your staff and company. It is a great feeling when I talk to some of my prospective clients I know I have Group Benefits, Ltd. and staff on my side. Dealing with your company allows me the access of all the major health carriers and employee benefit options, including voluntary benefits and section 125 flex planning. I sincerely do appreciate all the services I have received and will continue to use your company to service all of my future clients.” - Jeff Maki – Clemon-Maki Insurance Associates “GBL has done wonders with my commission check. They are very easy to work with and they show a confidence to the prospect and insured that lets them know GBL knows the business and would do the right thing for them. The GBL team does a great job in taking care of current insured’s and also finding the best quotes and coverage for prospects. I look forward to continue working with them in the future.” - Howard Slagter, Cook & Son Insurance "Our agency wants to express in writing our sincere appreciation for the fine services you provide us. Very courteously, you explain in detail any questions we encounter and promptly return our phone calls. It is such a pleasure to use your agency to service our clients. Thank you so much!" - Ron Bierma, Bierma Insurance Agency “I would like to let you know as a customer of yours, I have experienced professional results when dealing with your company. Every phone message is always returned within a timely manner. Any questions I have are always addressed and answered. I greatly appreciate all of the service I have received and will continue to use your agency to service our agency". - Mark Daoust, Cass County Insurance |
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