Jennifer Smallwood

Jennifer Smallwood is a Senior Benefits Consultant at Trinity Benefit Advisors and Russ Blakely & Associates, located in Knoxville, Tennessee. She has a significant background in employee benefits consulting and human resources management.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Jennifer serves as a Senior Benefits Consultant at Trinity Benefit Advisors, where she focuses on helping clients navigate employee benefits and risk management strategies. The firm is dedicated to representing clients' interests and providing comprehensive consulting services in the insurance sector.1
• Previous Experience: Before her current position, she worked as a Senior Benefits Consultant at The Baldwin Group from June 2020 to February 2024. Additionally, she held the role of HR Manager at Arconic, where she managed various human resource functions.23

Education and Qualifications

Jennifer holds a degree from the University of Tennessee and has earned the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification, indicating her expertise and commitment to the field of human resources and benefits consulting.4

Skills and Expertise

Her professional skills encompass:

• Employee benefits consulting
• Risk management
• Compliance with regulations such as ERISA and ACA
• Data analytics related to employee benefits

Jennifer is known for her client-focused approach, leveraging her experience to negotiate competitive pricing and terms for employee benefit plans.13