Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Consulting Services in Oakland
Burns Employee Benefits has been a trusted insurance brokerage and consulting firm serving businesses and individuals in Oakland, CA for over two decades. Our expertise lies in designing comprehensive benefits packages that attract top talent while addressing the unique needs of small and mid-sized businesses. Founded by industry leader Patrick Burns, we combine the experience gained from working with large employers with the personalized service of a boutique consultancy. Our team specializes in core and voluntary benefits administration, compliance support, and employee education programs. We leverage cutting-edge technology to streamline benefits enrollment and communication processes.With deep roots in the local business community and national industry involvement, we maintain active roles in professional organizations like NABIP. Our commitment to affordable excellence ensures clients receive high-value solutions without the overhead of larger firms. We pride ourselves on understanding each client's distinct culture to deliver tailored benefits strategies. Our comprehensive services include plan selection, compliance management, employee training, and customized communication systems. This holistic approach has made us a preferred partner for businesses seeking to enhance workforce satisfaction and retention through strategic benefits programs.
Services
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Compliance Services
Employee Training
Benefits Administration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in employee benefits consulting
- Our team combines large employer expertise with personalized service
- We offer cost-effective solutions through our boutique consultancy model
- Our founder serves on national insurance industry leadership boards
- We provide comprehensive compliance and employee education programs
Services
Health Insurance
We provide comprehensive health insurance solutions that ensure employees have access to essential healthcare services. Our plans cover preventive care, hospitalization, prescription medications, and specialist visits. We work with top-rated carriers to offer customizable options that balance coverage and affordability for businesses of all sizes.
Voluntary Benefits
Our voluntary benefits programs allow employers to enhance compensation packages without increasing costs. These employee-paid plans include dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options that improve workforce satisfaction. We help implement customized programs that boost retention while meeting regulatory requirements.
Retirement Plans
We design retirement savings solutions that help businesses attract talent and support employee financial security. Our services include 401(k) plan setup, investment selection, compliance testing, and employee education. We partner with leading providers to offer cost-effective retirement options for companies of all sizes.
Compliance Services
Our compliance experts help businesses navigate complex insurance regulations and avoid penalties. We provide handbook development, mandatory training programs, and regulatory checklists. Our annual compliance calendar ensures clients stay current with changing laws affecting employee benefits programs.
Benefits Administration
We offer technology-driven solutions for managing benefits enrollment and communication. Our platform enables seamless employee self-service, automated plan selection, and real-time reporting. This system improves efficiency while ensuring accurate implementation of benefits programs across organizations.
People
Patrick Burns
Founder
Patrick Burns is a recognized insurance industry leader with decades of experience in employee benefits. He has served on NABIP's Board of Trustees, led California chapters of the organization, and testified as an expert witness on insurance matters. His expertise guides our firm's strategic direction.
Questions
What types of employee benefits do you specialize in?
We specialize in core benefits like health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as voluntary benefits programs. Our services also include retirement planning, compliance support, and benefits administration technology solutions.
How can you help small businesses with benefits packages?
We provide cost-effective solutions tailored to small business needs, combining our industry expertise with personalized service. Our scalable offerings help small employers compete for talent with comprehensive benefits packages.
Do you offer compliance assistance for employee benefits plans?
Yes, we provide comprehensive compliance services including handbook development, mandatory training programs, regulatory checklists, and an annual compliance calendar to help businesses stay current with changing regulations.
What makes your firm different from other insurance brokers?
We combine experience working with large employers with personalized service for small and mid-sized businesses. Our technology-driven approach, compliance expertise, and focus on long-term client relationships set us apart in the industry.
How do you help businesses implement new benefits programs?
We offer full-service implementation support including plan selection, employee education, enrollment systems, and ongoing compliance management. Our customized communication tools ensure smooth adoption of new benefits programs.
