Elizabeth began her new role as Benefits Representative II at Xenium in July of 2020 and currently fills the role of Sr. Benefits Specialist. She manages a book of clients whom she assists with benefits-related inquiries with a focus on entering new enrollments and changes to benefit elections during annual open enrollment periods and year-round.
Prior to joining the Xenium team, she worked in benefits at KinderCare Education for three years. In this role, she coordinated new hire communications regarding orientation, eligibility, and premium processing, and worked in a customer service capacity until being promoted into the role of administering leaves for all employees nationwide.
Elizabeth earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Philosophy at Portland State University. In addition, her love for teaching and learning prompted her to take several graduate courses in PSU’s education program.
People inspire Elizabeth, and one of her favorite things about working in HR is the relationships and trust that she forms with her clients while being an advocate for their people.
Oregon has been Elizabeth’s home since she was a child, having moved here from southern California with her family. She lived in Florida for a few months while completing an internship at Walt Disney World, which she exclaims “was the most exciting experience ever!” She can’t imagine raising her children anywhere other than Oregon, so she is here to stay!
In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys theater and music. She has been to eight shows (and counting!) on Broadway in NYC. She loves to develop her cultural side, whether it involves attending the Scottish Highland Games or attending a Dia de Muertos celebration. Anything she can do to learn about other people and communities – she’s in!
Elizabeth is married with two young boys and four pets. Dinosaurs are the current topic of conversation in her home. Her family spends weekends finding new nature trails to explore. “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein is her all-time favorite book, and “Saving Mr. Banks” is her all-time favorite movie. Lately, she has been enjoying shows that have been adapted from books – her favorite series is “Little Fires Everywhere.”
Read a Q&A with Elizabeth here