Thomas Bland
About Thomas Bland
Thomas Bland is a Client Manager at Alight Solutions in the Greater Philadelphia Area, with extensive experience in benefits administration and a background in Economics from Rutgers University - Camden.
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Thomas Bland currently holds the position of Client Manager at Alight Solutions in the Greater Philadelphia Area. His role requires overseeing client relationships, managing expectations, and ensuring client satisfaction.
Professional Experience at Aon Hewitt
Thomas Bland worked at Aon Hewitt as a Benefits Service Manager from 2012 to 2017, for a total of 5 years in the Greater Philadelphia Area. In this role, he was responsible for managing employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and facilitating communication between employees and benefit providers.
Role at The McGraw-Hill Companies
Thomas Bland has an extensive history with The McGraw-Hill Companies spanning from 1998 to 2012. He held various management roles including Manager, Benefits Administration (2006-2012), Manager, HRSC Call Center (2001-2006), and Global Mobility / Domestic Relocation Specialist (1998-2001). His responsibilities ranged from overseeing benefits administration to managing call center operations and handling domestic relocation services.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Bland studied Economics at Rutgers University - Camden, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. His expertise extends to health & welfare administration, government regulations (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ACA), and project leadership. His 360° perspective in benefits management and detailed understanding of operations from multiple angles make him an asset in his field.
Skills and Professional Attributes
Thomas possesses skills in public speaking, critical decision-making, and project leadership. He is organized, detail-oriented, and accustomed to working under strict deadlines. His values of integrity, honesty, and equality are integral to his approach to building lasting business partnerships. Thomas believes in working for organizations that support professional growth and value alignment with corporate goals.