Chelle O'Keefe and Janine Moore: The Right Enterprise Benefit Strategy and The Right Partner

Chelle O'Keefe, SPHR is a seasoned HR executive with over 20 years of experience, specializing in fostering growth and vibrant workplace cultures. As Chief People Officer at Platinum Dermatology Partners, she drives initiatives that build cohesive cultures, optimize processes, and elevate company results. Previously, as EVP and CHRO at Associa, Chelle championed innovative HR methodologies and diversity initiatives, significantly reducing employee turnover and increasing leadership diversity. She holds a BS in Psychology from Texas A&M University and an MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Capella University. Passionate about creating workplaces where people thrive, Chelle’s expertise spans HR, change management, training, and marketing strategy.

Janine Moore, AIF®, CPFA, CFS has over 25 years of financial services experience. She co-founded Peak Financial Group in 2002 and served as Principal until the HUB International acquisition in 2019. Janine specializes in 457(b) and 401(a) governmental deferred compensation plans and served as the City Director for the City of Houston’s deferred compensation plan for six years. Recognized as a Top Women Advisor All Star and Captain, she has led professional and non-profit organizations committed to improving lives and promoting women in business. Janine holds a BA in Journalism and Public Relations from The Ohio State University and multiple registrations through LPL Financial. She is also registered with Global Retirement Partners as an Investment Advisor Representative. A proud veteran, she served as a Staff Sergeant with the Ohio Air National Guard and received the Air Force Achievement Medal. 

In this episode, Eric, Chelle O'Keefe, and Janine Moore discuss:

• Benefit philosophy matters
• Building trust and partnership
• The potential for underutilized plans 
• Building trust and transparency
• Simplify and educate

Key Takeaways:

• Companies should intentionally develop a clear benefit philosophy that reflects their goals, demographics, and employee needs, rather than just maintaining a status quo plan.
• Successful service provider relationships are built on more than just expertise - they require listening, education, transparency, and the ability to have difficult conversations.
• Even seemingly neglected or underutilized 401(k) plans can be transformed through collaborative efforts, persistent advisors, and a commitment to participant outcomes.
• Financial professionals should focus on simplifying complex concepts, seeing the potential in plans, and educating clients in a way that doesn't make them feel overwhelmed or inadequate.

“We are the reflection of all of the people that we spend the most time with.” - Chelle O'Keefe

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