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Michael Barnes

Favorite quote: “Give them quality. That’s the best kind of advertising.” – Milton S. Hershey

What is something within the healthcare industry you want to fix? I would like to see the Medicare advantage commercials that are on TV present more accurate information. I think it would benefit the consumer if insurance carriers would do more specific local advertising rather than the national commercial “one size fits all“ type of marketing.

What are your industry credentials? I have been in the insurance industry for 21 years specializing in the senior health insurance market and retirement income planning. The previous 12 years were spent in the medical field as a respiratory therapist.

What do I like about working for Senior Benefit Services Inc?Senior Benefit Services Inc’s provides it’s agents with a deep lineup of carriers, products, and service to satisfy my client’s needs. From Medicare Supplements, Life Insurance or Retirement Income Planning, Senior Benefit Services Inc., gives me access to over 75 insurance carriers.

What’s your background? I grew up in Hagerstown Maryland and been a lifelong resident, attending Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania for high school.  I attended the University of Maryland College Park, and have an Associates Degree from California College of Health Sciences San Diego as a Respiratory Care Practitioner. In the community I have sat on various non-profit boards. Currently, I am the longest sitting member and current board president of the Hagerstown Community Free Clinic; serving for over 18 years.

What values drive you? An enduring work ethic is what drives me. The satisfaction of knowing I can help clients with health challenges, the thank you cards that I get from my clients. Most important when client’s refer friends and family members, it reinforces the good I am doing for people. It has also been very rewarding serving multiple generations of families and clients, something I never anticipated when I entered this business.

What activities do you enjoy doing when not at work? When I’m not working I enjoy traveling the country and the world. I enjoy gardening also canning, but most important I enjoy spending time with my family. I’m an avid hunter and enjoy fishing, biking and golfing (very poorly) and I love cooking and grilling for my family and friends.

John Bako

Favorite quote: “The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital.” Joe Paterno

What is something within the healthcare industry you want to fix? After helping my aging parents and my in-laws navigate similar decisions for years I am confident I can assist my clients who have the same questions as they did. Turning 65 can be a confusing and difficult time and the information regarding healthcare options is absolutely overwhelming. It is my goal to help clients find clarity and peace of mind allowing them to live out their retirement years in confidence.

What are your industry credentials? My Chemical Engineering degree gave me the ability to solve problems and my MBA gave me the knowledge to understand financial situations. The ongoing research and study required to stay relevant in this industry in combination with those advanced degrees guides the advice I impart to each of my clients.

What’s your background? I spent 28 years as a Chemical Engineer and a Purchasing Manager at Westvaco/Mead/Verso before changing careers and partnering with Senior Benefit Services. I grew up in Johnstown, PA and have degrees from Penn State University and Frostburg State University.

What values drive you? The most important value in life is honesty. It is important to be clear and transparent when discussing a client’s needs, options, and potential outcomes. Sometimes advising client’s to doing nothing is the best advice I can give.

What activities do you enjoy doing when not at work? In the fall, my family spends Saturdays at Penn State Football games. The rest of my time is spent supporting my two daughters (Cara and Jillian) in music, basketball, cross country, and tennis. We also enjoy bike riding, swimming, hiking and camp fires at home.

Kachele Aleshire

Favorite quote: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” ― Mahatma Gandhi

What is something within the healthcare industry you want to fix? I am an active advocate for the American Diabetes Association who wants insulin to be more affordable and accessible for everyone. I’m proud to support the Insulin Price Reduction Act which will help reduce costs by providing incentives for manufacturers to revert to the 2006 prices.

What do you do at Senior Benefit Services, Inc.? I develop highly personalized relationships with all of my clients taking great pride in reducing the amount of confusion and information regarding Medicare rights and entitlements. Being easily accessible to my clients is a top priority.

What are your industry credentials? I have been a licensed insurance agent since 2013 specializing in the Long-Term Care market helping my clients protect their hard-earned assets.

What’s your background? I grew up in Funkstown, MD around the block from almost all of my relatives. Being raised in a very tight-knit family instilled in me a strong commitment to family values. As a child I enjoyed fishing, crayfish catching, tubing, and wading in the Antietam Creek with my brother and sisters.

What values drive you? Integrity and ethics are two values my parents instilled in me from a young age. Author C.S. Lewis said it best, “Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching”. I am fulfilled when my clients remind me of the ways that I have helped their families.

What activities do you enjoy doing when not at work? I have a profound love for music; it is comforting to the soul! I play the guitar, although I’ve got so much more to learn. Puzzles??? I love all kinds from crosswords, jigsaws or sudoku. I’m naturally curious researching just about anything. Since I was a child I have always wondered about the sky and stars, staring and watching celestial events like meteor showers, super-moons and eclipses. I also love animals especially my three cats and three dogs. And, finally my faith guides me and my family each day.