Donna Wimbec
About Donna Wimbec
Donna Wimbec serves as the Sr. Manager Global Benefits Compliance at Brown-Forman, where she has worked since 2009. She specializes in retirement and benefit counseling, manages global leave administration, and oversees audits of pension and savings plans in the US and Canada.
Work at Brown-Forman
Donna Wimbec has been employed at Brown-Forman since 2009, serving as the Sr. Manager Global Benefits Compliance. In this role, she provides executive and employee retirement and benefit counseling, specifically for new hires and terminations. She manages global leave administration, focusing on US leaves such as FMLA and STD/LTD. Additionally, she oversees audits of pension and savings plans in both the US and Canada, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Wimbec also coordinates legal changes required for benefit plans, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of benefits compliance.
Education and Expertise
Donna Wimbec earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Indiana University Southeast, where she studied from 1979 to 1983. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in benefits compliance and management. Over her 15 years at Brown-Forman, she has developed significant knowledge in retirement and benefits counseling, as well as leave administration. Wimbec's academic and professional experiences contribute to her role in overseeing compliance and managing employee benefits.
Achievements
Wimbec has co-authored recently published retirement guides aimed at employees and managers, enhancing the resources available for retirement planning within the organization. Her contributions to the Employee Benefits Committee, where she serves as Secretary, and her role on the Investment Committee highlight her involvement in key decision-making processes related to employee benefits. These initiatives reflect her commitment to improving benefits compliance and employee support at Brown-Forman.
Background
Donna Wimbec has dedicated her career to benefits compliance and management, with a focus on retirement and leave administration. Her tenure at Brown-Forman spans over 15 years, during which she has developed a deep understanding of the complexities involved in global benefits management. Her role encompasses not only compliance but also the development of resources to assist employees in navigating their benefits effectively.