Dede Kennedy-Simington is a 35-year veteran of the insurance industry, recognized nationally for her expertise in employee benefits, health insurance, and healthcare financing reform. She is President of BenAssist Health Insurance Services, the woman-owned firm she founded, and is a Certified Healthcare Reform Specialist. Dede advises both large and small private-sector employers, working across fully insured, partially self-funded, and self-funded health plans.
Her strength lies in delivering in-depth analysis to help employers design benefits and HR strategies that reduce healthcare costs, boost employee engagement and retention, and align with business goals. BenAssist also provides compliance resources, innovative HR and technology tools, and the support of a well-known Compliance Officer, to offer boutique consulting with top-tier expertise.
Known for her ability to simplify complex concepts, Dede translates legislative, regulatory, and industry trends into practical, actionable strategies. Her commitment to humanizing health insurance and supporting the end user makes her a trusted and dynamic resource in employee benefits consulting.
In July 2024, BenAssist affiliated with Evco Insurance Services in Walnut Creek, California. This partnership enables the firm to scale and expand access to best-in-class benefits programs and HR technologies, backed by Evco’s reputation for exceptional service, innovative use of AI and leading-edge technology.