Greg Close
About Greg Close
Greg Close serves as the Benefits Group Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he integrates benefits administration with payroll and HR platforms. He has extensive experience in HR consulting and benefits management across various organizations in California.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Greg Close serves as the Benefits Group Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he integrates benefits administration with payroll and HR platforms, including Zuman, ADP, and Gusto. His efforts aim to streamline processes for client companies, enhancing operational efficiency within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Greg Close studied at the University of Rochester, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film Studies from 1988 to 1993. His educational background provides a diverse perspective that complements his professional expertise in human resources and benefits administration.
Professional Background
Before his current role, Greg Close worked in various positions within the HR and benefits consulting field. He was an HR Benefits Consultant at Kforce Inc from 2020 to 2021 and served as an HR & Benefits Consultant at Stanford Children's Health for a brief period in 2021. He also held positions at Merit Resource Group, Businessolver, HUB International, and Algentis, where he focused on benefits and retirement consulting.
Achievements in Benefits Administration
Throughout his career, Greg Close has delivered comprehensive Open Enrollment informational meetings, enhancing employees' understanding of their benefits options. He has consulted on annual benefits renewals, providing strategic insights to optimize benefits offerings, particularly for Bay Area startups. His experience includes managing benefits onboarding and client operations, contributing to improved client satisfaction and operational effectiveness.
Current Role at EcoLogic Health
In addition to his role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Greg Close serves as the Secretary of the Board of Directors at EcoLogic Health. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's governance and strategic direction in the health sector.