Gregory Bennett

Gregory Bennett

Implementation Consultant | Project Management Expertise | Passionate About Getting Things Done On Time and Within Budget
Atlanta Metro, US.

Summary

Insurance business professional with over 15 years of extensive expertise in the financial services industry, specializing in enhancing operational efficiency and process improvement. Demonstrates a strong ability to develop creative solutions for complex challenges, mentor junior specialists, and ensure seamless communication across teams. Passionate about driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Work

MassMutual
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Implementation Consultant

Summary

• Developed detailed implementation plans, created enhanced process tasks, and implemented training requirements while meeting project goals • Maintained budget requirements and developed annual goals achievement goals aligned to overall enterprise goals • Employee Engagement Committee Member and led project impact associate creating remote employee engagement guide • Business mentor for several employees providing career guidance, professional development, coaching and removing career path roadblocks • Apply advanced product knowledge and industry insights to devise creative solutions for implementation challenges, driving continuous improvement • Provide critical input for various initiatives, including project planning and system testing, to ensure successful outcomes and minimize defects

Highlights

Project Management

Product Development

MassMutual
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Implementation Specialist

Summary

• Coordinate case activities and develop risk management strategies, ensuring precise data and customer communication • Manage enrollment logistics, capturing key insights for streamlined operations • Ensure accurate system uploads and outputs, reducing errors and enhancing efficiency • Collaborate with business resources to maintain data integrity, minimizing rework • Lead cross-functional meetings, fostering seamless communication between producers, external partners, and internal teams to ensure successful case implementations

Highlights

Business analyst

Project Management

MassMutual
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Quality Control Specialist

Summary

• Business Analyst for the Mass Mutual Brand Refresh Project • Conduct quality reviews for Worksite products, documenting findings for process improvement • Analyze and resolve process issues, enhancing operational efficiency • Ensure accuracy in group print outputs, improving customer satisfaction • Identify processing errors within current business standards, develop remediation plans and monitor quality trends

Highlights

Data Analytics

Quality Assurance

Conduent
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Eligibility Consultant

Summary

• Manage client applications and records, maintaining accuracy in business information systems • Analyze household finances against state eligibility criteria, determining Medicaid benefit qualification. Liaise with the Connecticut Department of Social Services to verify assistance decisions • Guide clients through the medical benefits enrollment process explaining program rights and responsibilities. Provide case management support for application processing • Maintain state information systems with updated household data. Investigate potential errors, fraud, and service issues for program integrity • Engage with employers, health providers, and insurers to confirm client liabilities and resources. Participate in system issue resolution meetings

Highlights

Investigations

Case Management

Issue Resolution

Volunteer

Mass Mutual - Business Resource Group
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Business Mentor

Summary

Provided mentorship and guidance to members

Highlights

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Career and Development Coaching

Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals
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Treasurer

Summary

Oversaw financial operations and provided strategic guidance.

Highlights

Budget Management

Financial Analysis

Urban League of Greater Hartford Young Professionals
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Vice President

Summary

Strategic planning and organizational management

Highlights

People Leader

Organizational Strategy

Mass Mutual - Business Resource Group
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Treasurer

Summary

Managed $60,000 budget, financial records, and compliance requirements

Highlights

Risk Management

Accounting and Forecasting

Urban League of Greater Hartford Young Professionals
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Director of Policy and Procedures

Summary

Provide guidance to the Executive Board and general membership while following and managing the mandates outlined in the organization's bylaws

Highlights

Procedural Expert

Legal Authority

Education

Charter Oak State College

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Project Management Concentration

Certificates

Project Management Professional (In-Progress)

Issued By

Project Management Institute

Google: Project Management Certificate

Issued By

Coursera

Projects

Select Whole Life Project

MassMutual

Summary

Initiative to develop a new insurance product for the national market to satisfy business and customer needs

New York Regulation 187 Project

MassMutual

Summary

Implemented business changes to remain in compliance with state-specific business regulations

Remote Employee Project

MassMutual

Summary

Create a remote working resource guide for employees during the company-wide COVID-19 remote work mandate

Brand Refresh Project

MassMutual

Summary

Complete overhaul of marketing, communications, and documentation to incorporate new business strategies

Business Transformation Project

MassMutual

Summary

A comprehensive revision of MassMutual operations to improve operational efficiency

Project Fortitude

MassMutual

Summary

In-depth overhaul of all operational partnerships within the Worksite business segment to enhance and streamline service to customers

Chapter Elections Project

Urban League of Greater Hartford Young Professionals

Summary

Establish a member elections process so that the chapter can nominate, vote, and serve the community in partnership with the general body membership.

Internal Foundations Project

Urban League of Greater Hartford Young Professionals

Summary

Complete overhaul of chapter operations, bylaws, service requirements, and partnerships to accommodate COVID-19 remote work mandate

Awards

Stewardship Award

Awarded By

Urban League of Greater Hartford Young Professionals

Excellence in service to the community and chapter operational support