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Keenan Welcomes Craig Hilsmier to Lead New Human Resources Consulting Solutions

Keenan is proud to welcome Craig Hilsmier to the firm as Senior Vice President. Craig will be leading our nationwide human resources consulting practice, including total rewards.

Craig has over 30 years of experience in consulting and human resources, including 12 years at a Big 4 consulting firm and nine years building a highly successful boutique consultancy. He has also held several leadership positions in human resources, providing him with practical insight into client challenges and the ability to effectively implement changes within large organizations.

“Because of the great benefits consulting work that Keenan does, our clients have been looking for additional HR consulting services from us, such as total rewards expertise. Craig’s diverse background and the tools he brings enables him to immediately begin helping our clients with all their human resource consulting needs,” said Ju Anderson, Senior Vice President and Employee Benefits Practice Leader.

Craig brings tools, templates, and methodologies that he developed when running his own firm. John Stephens, Keenan’s Chief Executive Officer stated, “Craig's hands-on management consulting style makes him a perfect fit for Keenan. While other consulting firms deliver one-size-fits all solutions, Craig provides customized solutions tailored to the unique needs of clients – which is one of Keenan’s core principles.”

“The fact that Craig has worked as a leader in Human Resources, enables him to understand the client challenges very quickly and then provide comprehensive solutions. Our clients are excited for the value that this new integrated team will bring,” said Jeffrey Mizokawa, Head of Employee Benefits Strategy for Keenan.

Craig has deep expertise in the health care industry, but has served many other industries as well. He stated, “I am passionate about helping clients resolve their most stubborn challenges and delivering operationalized solutions that work. Keenan’s long history of providing stellar service and solutions tailored to client needs align perfectly with how I have consulted with clients over the years. I am excited to combine my expertise and experience with Keenan’s resources to provide a holistic solution for our clients’ HR needs.”