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James R. Mitchell, CEBS

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Group Health Insurance Broker & Benefits Consultant

📍 Chicago, IL ⏱ 17 years experience 👥 25–2,500 employees served
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About James

James R. Mitchell is a Chicago-based employee benefits consultant with 17 years of experience helping mid-market employers build smarter, more sustainable group health plans. He specializes in self-funded and level-funded structures that give employers cost transparency and control — without sacrificing employee satisfaction.

James works directly with CFOs, HR Directors, and business owners across manufacturing, professional services, and technology sectors. His clients average 8–22% annual savings versus fully-insured benchmarks, with renewal cycles that are data-driven rather than reactive.

Specialties

Self-Funded Health Plans Level-Funded Benefits PEO Solutions Dental & Vision Life & Disability HSA / HRA Administration

Industries Served

Manufacturing Professional Services Technology Healthcare Retail Construction

Carrier Relationships

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Cigna
Humana
Sun Life

Client Reviews

"James saved our company over $180,000 in the first year by restructuring our self-funded plan. He's methodical, responsive, and genuinely invested in outcomes."

Sarah K. VP of HR, Midwest Manufacturing Co. (340 employees)

"We'd been with the same carrier for 9 years. James did a full market analysis, moved us to a level-funded plan, and our renewal came in 12% lower than last year."

David L. CFO, Chicago Tech Partners (85 employees)

"James walks us through every option without jargon. Our employees understand their benefits for the first time. Renewal season used to be stressful — now it's a conversation."

Monica R. Director of Operations, Lakeside Staffing (210 employees)

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Profile Details

Service Area
Greater Chicago Metro, Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin
Licenses
Illinois DOI License #3001234
Wisconsin DOI License #6009871
Credentials
CEBS — Certified Employee Benefit Specialist
GBA — Group Benefits Associate
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