AJ Washington, GBDS, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in health and benefits consulting, currently serving as a Principal at Mercer since June 2021. Prior to this role, AJ held positions including Senior Associate and Director of Operations at Anointed Hands Ministries, focusing on community service and spreading the Gospel. AJ's background also includes significant sales roles at Equitable, Aetna, Principal Financial Group, and Businessolver, where responsibilities spanned group sales, account management, and client service in the insurance sector across various markets. AJ holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance with a specialization in Institutional Management from Drake University.