Kathy leads Woodruff Sawyer’s Employee Benefits Practice nationwide. Her focus is on the strategic vision for our Benefits services and on working collaboratively across the organization to lead the Benefits leadership team and specialty businesses that serve all markets. She also provides strategic oversight of our service to clients.
She brings over 30 years of industry experience in client relationship management, developing successful employee benefit programs, leadership, and business development. She has particular expertise in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and professional service industries.
Kathy earned her bachelor’s degree from Portland State University, and is an active volunteer for her alma mater’s Business Advisory Council. She has served on several local volunteer boards, is a speaker on employee benefits topics, and is the past president of Oregon Association of Health Underwriters.

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