Howard Block
About Howard Block
Howard Block serves as the Sales Director at Evry Health, bringing over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, particularly in health and welfare plans. He has held various roles in sales and management, specializing in tax-advantaged benefit plans and compliance services.
Work at Evry Health
Howard Block has been serving as the Sales Director at Evry Health since 2022. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in the insurance industry to promote health insurance products and services. His responsibilities include collaborating with insurance agents and consultants to effectively represent the company's offerings in the health and welfare sector.
Education and Expertise
Howard Block studied at The University of Texas at Austin and also attended the University of Houston, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. His educational background complements his 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, particularly focusing on health and welfare plans for over 21 years. He specializes in tax-advantaged benefit plans, including FSAs, HRAs, and HSAs, as well as benefit compliance services such as COBRA, ERISA, and POP.
Background
Howard Block has a diverse background in the insurance sector, having transitioned from service roles to sales roles. His career began with Assurant Health as a Sales Representative, where he worked for 11 years. He later held positions at Cigna, Benefit Concepts, Inc., Clarity Benefit Solutions, and TASC, where he gained significant experience in sales and client management.
Career Progression
Howard Block's career in the insurance industry spans over two decades, with a notable shift in 2011 when he began focusing on direct business engagement. His roles have included New Business Manager at Cigna, Regional Sales Director at TASC, and Enterprise District Sales Manager at Clarity Benefit Solutions. This progression reflects his commitment to finding, analyzing, and placing health and welfare solutions for clients.
Skills and Collaborations
Howard Block possesses strong skills in collaborating with Management Information Systems (MIS) teams to ensure the accurate loading of plans, eligibility, and accumulator credits during client onboarding. His ability to work closely with these teams enhances the efficiency of service delivery and client satisfaction in the health insurance sector.