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ABOUT US

the story of

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, LLC

Employee Benefits, LLC began in 2003 as a dedicated benefits brokerage firm, focused on helping businesses find the right coverage for their teams. Over the years, our clients asked for more — more support, more expertise, and more solutions. We listened.

Today, we’re a comprehensive HR and benefits firm offering strategic services in human resources, payroll, and compliance. Our growth has always been driven by one goal: to make our clients’ lives easier and their businesses stronger.

YOUR PEOPLE, YOUR SUCCESS

our priority, our mission

Our mission is to empower small and mid-sized businesses by delivering expert HR, benefits, and payroll solutions with integrity, responsiveness, and care. We act as an extension of your team, simplifying complex processes so you can focus on growing your business.

BUILT ON PURPOSE,
DELIVERED THROUGH ACTION

how we bring our mission to life

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OUR CORE VALUES

the principles we were founded on

transparency

responsiveness

collaboration & empowerment

adaptability

loyalty & commitment

OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

our leaders who set the standard

PRESIDENT & CHRO

Sheree Bartlett

PHR, SHRM-CP, & Licensed Benefit Broker

​Sheree brings over 25 years of leadership experience in sales, operations, HR, and employee benefits. As a licensed insurance broker with PHR and SHRM-CP certifications, she has spent 17 years guiding businesses through strategic benefits planning and HR consulting.​​

DIRECTOR OF

HUMAN RESOURCES

Valerie James

PHR, SHRM-CP

Valerie is a strategic HR leader and SPHR-certified consultant with 20+ years of experience across nonprofit and for-profit sectors. She specializes in employee relations, performance management, and leadership mentoring, with a focus on employee well-being and engagement. 

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DIRECTOR OF BENEFITS

Sam Mean

Licensed Benefit Broker

Sam is a benefits professional with 20+ years of experience spanning claims analysis, account management, and sales. With 12 years at major benefits carriers, he brings deep industry insight and a strategic approach to helping clients navigate complex benefits challenges and find tailored solutions.​​​

In addition to our senior leadership team, we have a knowledgeable, experienced, and HR-certified team ready to support your business as a true partner.

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