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WELCOME TO NAPBA

NAPBA is a grassroots organization for third party administrators (TPAs) of employee benefits programs

About Us

The National Association of Benefit Administrators (NAPBA) is comprised of third party administrators (TPAs), using their collective talents and best practices to continually ensure all members flourish in the ever-evolving healthcare industry and consumer-directed health plans market. To further strengthen our position, we have partnered with ECFC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advocacy, education, advancement, and innovation of tax-advantaged benefit programs that facilitate choice for employers and employees.

President's Message

NAPBA has long been a cornerstone of collaboration and knowledge-sharing – a place where TPA owners and executives come together to explore innovative solutions and push the boundaries of excellence. Within our community, we foster an environment where insights are exchanged, fresh perspectives emerge, and we empower one another to lead our individual organizations while collectively shaping the future of CDH.

 

Our commitment to continuous learning remains unwavering. Through initiatives like Fire Starter sessions, networking opportunities, and our flagship annual conference, we provide the tools and connections that keep our members ahead of the curve. These gatherings are more than just events; they’re catalysts for leadership, adaptability, and progress in the ever-evolving CDH industry.

 

As NAPBA’s President, I’m excited about the road ahead. The strength of our association lies in the incredible community of members and partners we’ve built together. By joining forces, we not only strengthen our own businesses but also elevate the entire industry – ensuring that NAPBA remains a beacon of innovation and excellence.

 

Mark your calendars! Next year, we’ll gather for our annual conference at the stunning Hotel Kansas City in Kansas City, MO., from September 14-16, 2025. Stay tuned for more details as we craft an event that promises to be as inspiring as it is impactful.

 

Thank you for your continued support and dedication.

 

Warm regards,

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Javier Elizalde

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NAPBA
Mission

To support Third Party Administrators of employee benefits programs by promoting an environment where members can find help and encouragement through peer-to-peer mentoring and collaboration.

NAPBA Membership

Peers Collaborating

NAPBA is a unique and selective association dedicated to providing an enriching and stimulating environment for owners and key personnel of administrators doing business in the CDH and COBRA marketplace. 

 

Membership in NAPBA is by invitation only. This ensures that new members represent quality organizations that will add value to the association, as well as ensuring that the association provides value in return to the member. Membership requirements specify for an individual to join either as an “Owner” or as an “Executive” of the member TPA. The key here is that the individual member is one who has decision making authority and responsibility for the overall management of the TPA and/or its activities. The owner and/or executive is free to involve other coworkers in association events, but this should be in addition to the owner and/or executive’s active participation in those events.

 

 Annual Membership provides the benefit of:

  • Annual Conference registration for primary owner/executive (1 attendee) including informative sessions, fun evening events.

  • Participation in Fire Starter collaboration sessions where members are matched with members each month.

  • Being an industry voice as a grass roots organization

  • Continuing education, practice management, networking, peer discussions

 

Annual Membership

New and renewing members - $1,795

 

If you feel you meet the requirements, we invite you to consider applying for membership. Follow this link to the NAPBA Membership Form.

Board of Directors & Staff
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Javier

Elizalde

President

President/Owner

Proficient Benefit Solutions

San Antonio, Texas

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Chris
Erickson

Vice President

President/Owner

Benefit Extras, Inc.

Burnsville, MN

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Michelle

Hayes

Executive Director

Former Owner and Co-Founder

BASIC Pacific

Rocklin, California

CEO

ThrivePass

Denver, Colorado

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Ryan
Tacke

Treasurer

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Clodagh
Parker

Secretary

Director, Flexible Benefit Compensation Services
American Benefits Group

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Rachel
Humbird

Board Member

President
Peak One Administration

Post Falls, ID

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Jeff
Whittaker

Board Member

Chief Operating Officer

Flores

Charlotte, NC

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Ross
Honig

Board Member

President

OCA

Mercerville, NJ

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SAVE THE DATE!!
CONFERENCE DATES: SEPTEMBER 14-16, 2025

Kansas City, Missouri

NAPBA Annual Conference

NAPBA stands out as an exclusive and discerning association committed to fostering an invigorating and dynamic atmosphere for TPA owners and key personnel of administrators operating within the CDH and COBRA sectors. Participation in the annual conference is restricted solely to existing NAPBA members and affiliated partners by invitation only.

Our conference features a wide variety of sessions to help our members and their businesses. These include presentations from industry leading speakers, and lively industry panels, all of which allow for healthy discussion and interaction.  But perhaps most importantly, our conference affords the unique opportunity to develop close professional and personal relationships with industry leaders representing all sectors of our market, from TPA’s, to the top technology vendors, to industry thought leaders. 

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Employers Council on Flexible Compensation

ECFC is… the single organization that focuses its efforts on preserving, protecting and  defending the tax advantaged programs currently available to working families through employer plan sponsors.

Contact NAPBA

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