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Shelli Maggio Joining GBS Arizona as Principal Consultant

Welcome Shelli Maggio

Phoenix-Based GBS Arizona, a Leavitt Group employee benefits advisory firm affiliate, welcomes Shelli Maggio from Mercer Health & Benefits, bringing 25+ years of experience to the role.

GBS Arizona is thrilled to announce the most recent addition to their Phoenix-based benefits advisory team. Shelli Maggio will be joining GBS Arizona in July 2022 as a principal consultant. For the last eight years, Shelli was with Mercer Health & Benefits in their Phoenix office as a principal senior consultant. In total, she has over 25 years of consulting experience, including time spent on the employer side of the industry — managing HR and employee benefits in various leadership roles.

Her vast experience and education bring a great deal of value and knowledge to GBS Arizona. Shelli earned a master’s degree in organizational management with a concentration in human resources from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in exercise science with a concentration in corporate wellness from Arizona State University. She also holds several professional designations that bring a greater level of expertise to employee benefits, including Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

When asked about her decision to join the GBS team, Shelli stated, “My goal was to find a company with a mission I believe in, a strong employee-centered culture, and an opportunity to grow and evolve. GBS is more than just an employee benefits consulting firm; for 30+ years, they’ve set the standard with their unique approach. The GBS team consistently provides innovative solutions by listening to what clients need while maintaining a strong sense of purpose and executing on their promises.”

GBS is a trusted benefits advisor to employers and partners with industry innovators to provide the best solutions on the market. According to Shelli, “I love that [GBS’s] philosophy thrives on acting in the best interest of employers and their amazing employees. I’m excited to be working with Spencer Greene, who I’ve known and respected for many years.”

Spencer Greene, President of GBS Arizona, shared about Shelli joining his team, “We are incredibly excited to have Shelli joining our GBS Team. Shelli brings a wealth of talent and experience, but more importantly she is an amazing person who is globally respected in the human resources and insurance industry. Shelli will be a senior consultant who will work closely with our larger clients and will also be a critical driver to our future growth. “

GBS looks forward to the expertise Shelli will bring to her new role. Her addition to the team will bolster growth, create new opportunities, and foster a more competitive market for Arizona Employee Benefits, specifically in the Phoenix area.

For any questions about Shelli Maggio’s hiring, please contact Spencer Greene at 480-588-2270.

GBS, a Leavitt Group company, is a full-service consulting firm. We serve over 2,000 clients in the public and private sectors, ranging from start-ups to international organizations. We believe offering employee benefits goes beyond providing a healthcare plan. It’s investing in the people who make your company great. And it’s working with a team who will go above and beyond to support your company, understand your culture, and meet the needs of your people.

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