MEMBER BENEFIT PROGRAM

Creative Benefits for Educators, a company owned by FEA locals, has employed a staff of three Member Benefit Consultants to collaborate with our business partners in servicing FEA locals. The Member Benefit Consultants work closely with the local leadership to help educate members about the unique benefits that are provided by Liberty Mutual, American Fidelity Assurance, Jackson Hewitt, and Valic. They also support the recruitment and retention efforts of each of the FEA locals in their respective territories by assisting in events, promoting membership and building lasting relationships.

Click on your county below to meet your Member Benefit Consultant.

YOUR MEMBER BENEFIT CONSULTANTS

North Florida: Joe Selter

Joe is a native Floridian and makes his home in Deland, Florida. He is a Certified Financial Planner, and has served the financial planning needs of educators for the past 10 years. As a part of his commitment to financial education, Joe has conducted a continuing series of workshops aimed at educating school employees and their families on the importance of financial planning.

Joe's 35-year career includes management positions in both the private and public sector. He is an active member of the Central Florida CFP® Council, the Volusia County Habitat for Humanity organization and the Big Brother and Sisters of America, Volusia County Chapter. He is a graduate of Parson's College and a United States Army veteran.

Contact Joe Selter at jselter@CBEducators.com

Central Florida: Mary L. Thomas

Mary L. Thomas has over eighteen years experience in the investment and financial services field in Florida. As a trusted advisor, Mary worked closely with individuals and organizations, uncovering and prioritizing financial goals, implementing plans to actualize dreams, providing education and advice to enrich financial welfare, security and independence. Prior to moving to Florida, Mary was a high school teacher in Illinois. She graduated with a B.A. degree in English from Central Methodist College at Fayette, Missouri, received her K-12 teaching certificate from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, Illinois, and successfully completed graduate study courses toward a Masters in English Education at the University of South Florida at Tampa, Florida.

Contact Mary Thomas at mthomas@CBEducators.com

South Florida: Doris Gagnon

Doris Gagnon has over twenty five years of successful experience as an educator, leader, process improvement consultant and financial advisor. She has served in elementary, higher education and corporate training positions and has effectively led the implementation of new initiatives designed to apply best practices, enhance relationships and increase employee participation. Doris holds a B.A. from Notre Dame College in Manchester, NH as well as a B.S. and M.S. from Bridgewater State College in Bridgewater, MA.

Contact Doris Gagnon at dgagnon@CBEducators.com