NABIP Wisconsin Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors

Organization Welcomes Three New Board Members and Continues Its Commitment to Supporting Wisconsin's Benefits Professionals

MADISON, Wis. — The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals – Wisconsin Chapter (NABIP Wisconsin) is pleased to announce its 2026–2027 Board of Directors and welcome three new members to the Board. The volunteer leadership team represents a diverse group of professionals dedicated to advancing the benefits and insurance industry while supporting employers, individuals, and families across Wisconsin.

"We are excited to continue building a strong and engaged association that delivers valuable education, advocacy, and networking opportunities for our members," said Melinda McNett, newly elected President of NABIP Wisconsin. "I am honored to serve alongside this outstanding Board of Directors and extend my sincere appreciation to Liz Dannenberg for her leadership and dedication in helping rebuild and strengthen our chapter. Together, we look forward to expanding membership benefits and supporting Wisconsin's benefits professionals as they serve employers and consumers throughout the state."

2026–2027 Executive Leadership

• President: Melinda McNett, LeClair Group
• Past President: Liz Dannenberg, Self Fund Health
• Treasurer: Bill Venne, UMB Healthcare Services

New Board Members

• Brooke Den Boer, Benefit Advisors Insurance Agency, LLC
• Calvin Jirschele, Jirschele Insurance LLC
• Joshua Sterling, Insurance Associates

2026–2027 Board of Directors

• Brooke Den Boer, Benefit Advisors Insurance Agency, LLC
• Nichole Dittman, Network Health
• Liz Dannenberg, Self Fund Health
• Calvin Jirschele, Jirschele Insurance LLC
• Melinda McNett, LeClair Group
• Rodney Schultz, GoProEducation.com
• Steve Schwartzer, Heartland Benefits Brokerage
• Joshua Sterling, Insurance Associates
• Bill Venne, UMB Healthcare Services
• Dean Hoffman, Dean M. Hoffman, LLC (Emeritus)

About NABIP Wisconsin

The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals – Wisconsin Chapter (NABIP Wisconsin) is the state's leading professional association for health insurance and employee benefits professionals. NABIP Wisconsin provides education, advocacy, networking, and professional development opportunities that empower members to better serve individuals, families, employers, and communities throughout Wisconsin.