Cathy Golonka

About Cathy Golonka

Thank you for visiting my profile! As a solutions-focused Leader, My area of expertise includes benefits management and leading a service team that specializes in employee benefits programs. As an advisor I specialize in planning and development of various benefit programs to meet organization goals and objectives. By carefully analyzing the company’s benefits program, I am able to make proper assessments on what is in alignment with set standards; resulting in an optimal outcome for both the organization and its employees. My efforts as a Benefits Professional include, but are not limited to:• Assuring company compliance with benefits laws and regulations by maintaining in-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations.• Sustaining vendor relationships to stay current on policies and offering employees the best possible options.• Conducting benefits orientation sessions and training activities for new hires and eligible employees; as well as during the open enrollment period.• Providing guidance to leadership team on benefits related programs in support of associate engagement, retention priorities, and career development.SPECIALTIESMy professional background has provided value to multiple organizations, in addition to my expertise in the following areas: STAFF MANAGEMENTBENEFITS ADMINISTRATIONOPERATIONS MANAGEMENTINSURANCETRAINING & DEVELOPMENTEMPLOYEE BENEFITSREGULATORY COMPLIANCECRITICAL THINKING

Experience

1. Client Manager, Employee Benefits

   HUB International

   Sep 2024 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

Education

• Duquesne University

  Bachelors of Science Organizational Leadership, Organization Leadership