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Meet Our Team
Shannon Enders
Partner | Employee Benefits Specialist
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Shannon founded Lakeshore Employee Benefits in 1998 after nearly 15 years in corporate America. He had a vision to offer more personalized service as an alternative to larger, impersonal agencies. Shannon is licensed in both Health and Life products, and holds a Chartered Benefits Consultant designation as well as Self-Funding and ACA credentials issues by the National Association of Health Underwriters. While growth is critical for any business, his number one goal has always been to provide excellent service to our current clients.
Community service is also very important to Shannon. He believes that something is owed back to the communities in which we work and make a living. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Alive on the Lakeshore/UNITY Festival, Board Co-Chair for Kingdom Homestead, Board Legislative Chair for West Michigan Association of Health Underwriter’s and also serves on the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee.
Shannon lives in Norton Shores with his wife of 31 years, Lisa and their 8-year-old Maltipoo, Broadway. They have 3 adult children along with a Son and Daughter-in-law.
Steve Rauschert
Partner | Employee Benefits Specialist
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Throughout college Steve worked in the Food & Beverage industry as a waiter, bartender and manager. It was in these positions that Steve learned the importance of outstanding customer service. After graduating from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor's degree in business management and marketing, Steve worked as the Director of Marketing for the Grand Haven Golf Club. In June of 2006 Steve joined Lakeshore Employee Benefits. Steve enjoys the analytical side of employee benefits and enjoys helping clients manage their cost while keeping high level benefits in place.
Steve is married with two children (5 and 2). Steve's current civic commitments include board member for the Muskegon YMCA, graduate of of Leadership Muskegon, graduate of Leadership Connect Grand Haven and member of the National Association of Health Underwriters.
Brendon Enders
Agent | Medicare & Individual Specialist
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Brendon joined our team as a licensed agent in March, 2020. He oversees all individual health insurance products in our office including Medicare, Under--65 Marketplace/ACA enrollments, and individual dental and vision plans. Brendon enjoys helping individuals find the right plan to fit their specific needs. He believes that everyone should be able to have a clear picture of their options, and maximize the coverage available to them.
Brendon holds a degree in Biblical Theology from Kuyper College. Before starting with us, Brendon worked in part/full--time vocational ministry at a number of area churches as a worship and student pastor. He currently lives in Grand Rapids with his wife, Anna and their cat, Remus. Brendon is also an avid musician, Detroit sports fan and a self--proclaimed foodie.
Julie Olson
Agent | Account Manager
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Julie has been working in the insurance industry for over 15 years. She is a licensed Resident Insurance Producer in Accident, Health, Life and Variable Contracts. Julie holds an Economics degree from Michigan State University and has extensive background in accounting, sales, and service. Julie's daily roles include data analysis, enrollment auditing, group quoting & customer service, client proposals and benefit administration system management.
Julie lives in Muskegon with her husband, Dan, and her two children. She also loves to travel, spend time outdoors, and is an avid runner and triathlete.
Kim Fodrocy
Agent | Client Support Specialist
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Kim first started with Lakeshore Employee Benefits as an administrator for employer groups. She has since become a licensed agent as a Life, Accident and Health Registered Producer. Kim assists in the day-to-day management of group plans and creates custom benefits booklets for each client group.
Kim is a native of the Lakeshore, a graduate of Western Michigan University, a wife, and mother of 2 boys.