Kim Zachary Benedix
About Kim Zachary Benedix
Kim Zachary Benedix is a Compensation Specialist at MassMutual in Springfield, Massachusetts, with a diverse background in broadcasting and corporate roles. He co-created Katelynn's Ride, a charity event that has raised over 2 million dollars for cancer research.
Current Role at MassMutual
Kim Zachary Benedix is currently employed as a Compensation Specialist at MassMutual in Springfield, Massachusetts. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing compensation programs and ensuring their alignment with corporate objectives. His expertise in compensation management and benefit programs contributes to the effective execution of the company's compensation strategies.
Past Experience in Broadcasting
Kim Zachary Benedix has an extensive background in broadcasting. He served as the Morning Show Host and News Director at 102.9 DRC FM, Buckley Broadcasting from 2013 to 2014 in the Hartford, Connecticut Area. Before that, he was a Broadcaster at WRCH for 4 months in 2013 and a TV Host at WGGB - ABC40/FOX61 for 6 months in 2012, both in Springfield, Massachusetts Area. Additionally, he worked at Clear Channel/IHeartMedia as a Morning Radio Host for 17 years from 1995 to 2012.
Experience with Katelynn's Ride
Kim co-created Katelynn's Ride, a 501(c)(3) organization that has raised over 2 million dollars for cancer research at Baystate Medical Center and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. His role included utilizing social media and media placements to grow the event's presence. Additionally, he was responsible for writing talking points, press releases, and speeches, contributing significantly to the event's success and visibility.
Educational Background
Kim earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the University of Connecticut. This academic foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his varied careers in broadcasting, writing, editing, and the intricate details of compensation management.
Awards and Recognitions
Kim's career has been marked by several awards and recognitions. He received the Business West Difference Makers Award in 2015 and has been honored with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Bob Cheyenne Lifetime Achievement Award and Sadowsky Visionary Award. He also won the MA Broadcasters Radio Personality of the Year award and is a multiple-time recipient of the Valley Advocate 'Best in the Valley' award for radio personalities.