Jim Schmidt
About Jim Schmidt
Jim Schmidt is an Employee Benefits Advisor at TrueNorth Companies, where he has worked since 2012. He specializes in employee benefits strategies, ACA compliance audits, and corporate wellness programs, drawing on over 30 years of experience in the field.
Work at TrueNorth
Jim Schmidt has served as an Employee Benefits Advisor at TrueNorth Companies since 2012. In this role, he focuses on engaging employees in the development of employee benefits strategies. He leverages his extensive experience to provide tailored solutions that meet the needs of mid-sized businesses in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. His work includes conducting ACA compliance audits and implementing integrated payroll solutions to enhance the overall employee experience.
Education and Expertise
Jim Schmidt studied at The University of Texas At Arlington, where he earned his Bachelor's degree between 1979 and 1982. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in employee benefits. He specializes in forecasting utilization trends and has a strong focus on corporate wellness programs, HR audits, and training, which are essential for effective employee benefits management.
Background
Before joining TrueNorth, Jim Schmidt worked at EPS Employee Benefits as a Partner for 30 years, from 1982 to 2012. This extensive experience in the employee benefits sector has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex benefits challenges. His long tenure in the industry has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the needs of mid-sized businesses, particularly those with 50 to 1,000 employees.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jim Schmidt has implemented cost control strategies that add value to mid-sized businesses. His focus on sustainable and predictable results in employee benefits has made a significant impact on the organizations he has worked with. By engaging employees in the benefits process, he has contributed to the development of effective corporate wellness programs and comprehensive HR audits and training initiatives.