Marykay Mentzer

Marykay Mentzer is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in benefits and client solutions leadership. Currently serving as Vice President of Non-Qualified Operations at Ascensus since July 2025, Marykay has a notable track record in the industry, having previously held the position of Vice President & Director of Global Client Solutions at NFP Executive Benefits from January 2006 to July 2025. As the Owner and Founder of Your Alpaca Cottage since January 2005, Marykay has established a family-owned short-term rental business focused on community, inclusion, philanthropy, and hospitality. Prior roles include Benefit Service Manager at Hewitt Associates, where management of integrated service delivery was achieved, and various positions at Benefit Services Corporation, contributing to project management and large plan consulting. Marykay's educational background includes studies at Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, and Fayette County High School.