Cole Shuple
Area Vice President at Gallagher | Employee Benefits | Partner - Michigan Nonprofit Insurance Program (MINIP)
- Role
- Area Vice President at Gallagher
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cole Shuple
As an Area Vice President, I partner with clients to enhance their total rewards and benefits strategies. I specialize in designing, implementing, and managing customized benefit programs that help organizations align their financial goals with their human capital needs. I also work closely with my Gallagher colleagues on the Property & Casualty team to help companies mitigate risk and strengthen their overall risk profile.I serve clients across a variety of industries but have a strong passion for Food & Agriculture, Manufacturing, Hospitality, and Nonprofits.I earned my BBA in Finance with a concentration in Financial Planning from Davenport University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where I built a strong foundation in financial strategy. As a former captain and four-year member of the Men’s Lacrosse team, I developed key leadership skills and a team-first mindset.I\'m an avid golfer and enjoy staying active in my free time.\"I\'m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it.\" – Thomas Jefferson
Experience
Area Vice President
Aug 2024 — Present · Grand Rapids, MI, US
Customized Benefit Strategy – I design, implement, and manage tailored benefit programs that support organizations in attracting and retaining top talent while optimizing financial outcomes.Risk Mitigation & Collaboration – I work closely with Gallagher’s Property & Casualty team to help companies reduce risk exposure, improve their risk profile, and enhance overall business resilience.Industry Specialization – While I work across diverse industries, I have a strong passion for supporting businesses in Food & Agriculture, Manufacturing, Hospitality, and Nonprofits.Financial & Human Capital Alignment – With a deep understanding of financial planning and benefits strategy, I help organizations create sustainable programs that balance cost efficiency with employee well-being.
Education
Davenport University
Bachelor's degree, Finance and Financial Management Services
2016 — 2020
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