James Schaefer

James Schaefer is an experienced professional in the employee benefits and human resources industry, currently serving as the Managing Director at Employee Benefits Solutions, LLC since October 2021. In addition to this role, James is a Network Member at GLG, leveraging extensive industry knowledge to assist clients in addressing complex HR and employee benefits challenges. Previous positions include Director of the Health and Productivity Practice at Buck, where strategic advisory services were provided to major clients, and Vice President of Employee Benefits at IMA Financial Group, focused on business development and client management. With a comprehensive background that includes leadership roles at Mercer, Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Co., and a solid foundation in sales and consulting from other esteemed firms, James holds an MBA in Strategic Management from Pepperdine University and a BA in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach.