Michelle Cotton
About Michelle Cotton
Michelle Cotton serves as the Senior Benefits Director at Envision Healthcare, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in benefits management and a focus on innovative solutions, she has held previous roles at One Call Care Management and Winn-Dixie Stores Inc.
Work at Envision Healthcare
Michelle Cotton serves as the Sr. Benefits Director at Envision Healthcare, a position she has held since 2020. Based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, she operates in a remote capacity. In her role, she focuses on developing and implementing benefits strategies that align with corporate objectives. Her leadership in team initiatives aims to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction through innovative benefits solutions.
Previous Experience in Benefits Management
Prior to her current role, Michelle Cotton worked as a Benefits Manager at One Call Care Management from 2014 to 2015 for nine months in Jacksonville, FL. She also held the position of Benefits Manager at Winn-Dixie Stores Inc from 2003 to 2007, where she gained four years of experience in benefits administration. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in managing employee benefits and developing effective programs.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Cotton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Shepherd University. Additionally, she studied at The Wharton School, completing seven of eight classes toward the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation. Her educational background supports her expertise in benefits management and human resources.
Specializations in Benefits Management
Michelle Cotton specializes in creative solutions for relocation, rewards, and recognition programs, alongside traditional benefits management. She has a strong focus on HRIS partnerships, which involves integrating human resource information systems with benefits management. Her innovative approach aims to enhance the overall employee experience and align benefits offerings with organizational goals.
Leadership in Corporate Benefits Strategy
In her role as Sr. Benefits Director, Michelle Cotton leads team initiatives that strengthen corporate objectives through innovative benefits strategies. Her leadership is characterized by a commitment to aligning employee benefits with the needs of the organization, ensuring that the benefits program supports both employee satisfaction and business goals.