John Cook serves as President of CBIZ Employee Benefits, bringing over three decades of leadership experience in the benefits industry. Before joining CBIZ, John was the CEO and owner of his own successful employee benefits firm for 16 years, gaining invaluable insights into the challenges and intricacies of the business. After his firm was acquired by CBIZ, John transitioned into the roles of Regional President and Chief Growth Officer. In these positions, he led key initiatives across sales, sales management, producer hiring and training, revenue retention, carrier partner relations, and benefit consultant acquisitions. This experience deepened his understanding of CBIZ Employee Benefits’ unique capabilities and strengthened his approach to driving growth and cultivating talent.
Since stepping into his current role as President four years ago, John has led CBIZ Employee Benefits through 35% organic growth, overseeing a team of more than 600 professionals and generating $135 million in annual revenue. John’s leadership emphasizes innovation and strategic solutions that elevate client success and foster employee engagement. He is committed to creating a thriving workplace culture, both within CBIZ EB and for his clients, by providing tailored strategies that address the evolving complexities of employee benefits. His team of forward-thinking professionals collaborates closely with clients, developing impactful benefits programs that meet the demands of an ever-changing workforce landscape.