Benefits Decoded
Decoding Your Benefits.
Empowering Your Decisions.
We provide mid-size employers with the independent consulting needed to build smarter, cost-effective plan strategies—paired with clear, jargon-free education so your workforce actually values their coverage.
Benefits Consulting
Helping employers make smarter decisions about their employee benefits.We provide data-driven strategies for renewals, plan design optimization, vendor selection, Open Enrollment coordination, and ongoing benefits support.
Employee Education
Making benefits easier for employees to understand, navigate, and utilize.Access specialized Benefits Made Simple™ guides, interactive educational tools, and on-demand digital resources directly via our Gumroad portal.
© 2026 Benefits Decoded LLC. All rights reserved.
Benefits Decoded is an independent corporate benefits consulting and employee education firm. We do not sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance policies, nor do we act as a licensed insurance broker or producer at this time. All educational resources are for informational purposes only.
Benefits Decoded
About Benefits Decoded
Director-Level Benefits Expertise Without the Full-Time CostBenefits Decoded provides experienced, strategic benefits support to organizations that need more expertise than their current HR team can provide, but aren't ready to hire a full-time Benefits Director.We serve as a fractional benefits partner, working alongside HR leadership to provide experienced guidance, strategic support, and hands-on expertise when and where it's needed. We also offer focused, project-based consulting for specific benefits initiatives.From benefits strategy and annual planning to renewals, Open Enrollment, vendor management, employee communications, and benefits education, Benefits Decoded helps organizations navigate the complexities of their benefits programs with confidence.Our approach is practical and collaborative. We become an extension of your team, bringing the experience of a seasoned benefits leader without the cost and commitment of another full-time executive.The expertise of a Benefits Director. The flexibility of a consultant.
Meet the Founder
Jessica Eaton, MBA, SPHRFounder & Benefits ConsultantWith more than 20 years of experience in employee benefits and human resources, Jessica Eaton has built her career around helping organizations manage complex benefits programs while making them easier for employees to understand and use.Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). She is also a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and holds a Google Project Management Professional Certificate.Her career has given her extensive experience across the benefits landscape, from day-to-day administration and vendor relationships to strategy, plan design, Open Enrollment, employee communication, and large-scale benefits initiatives. She understands the details, but also understands the bigger picture: how benefits decisions impact an organization's people, finances, and overall HR strategy.Jessica founded Benefits Decoded to give organizations access to that level of experience in a more flexible way. Not every company needs a full-time Benefits Director. Sometimes they need an experienced professional who can step in, understand the landscape quickly, provide direction, and help move things forward.That's what Benefits Decoded delivers.20+ years of benefits experience. Advanced HR and business expertise. Director-level support when you need it.
© 2026 Benefits Decoded LLC. All rights reserved.
Benefits Decoded is an independent corporate benefits consulting and employee education firm. We do not sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance policies, nor do we act as a licensed insurance broker or producer at this time. All educational resources are for informational purposes only.
Benefits Decoded
Ongoing Advisory Services
Optimize your company’s greatest investment—your people. We partner with leadership and HR teams to design, analyze, and communicate competitive employee benefits programs that attract top talent, streamline administration, and protect your bottom line.Monthly Retainer & Contracted ServicesDesigned for continuous oversight, leadership support, and proactive plan management.Rate: $270 / hour (10-hour monthly minimum)
Best for: Fractional benefits management, committee advisory, and continuous plan evaluation.Ad Hoc ConsultingPerfect for targeted projects, urgent troubleshooting, or one-off strategy sessions.Rate: $300 / hour
Best for: Plan health audits, compliance review preparation, or educational project planning.
Comprehensive Open Enrollment Package
Maximize employee engagement and eliminate HR strain with a fully structured, turn-key communication and strategy package. This comprehensive solution provides your team with all the critical assets needed for a seamless, independent launch.Duration: 3 Months (Comprehensive Planning & Execution)
Total Investment: $12,000Included Deliverables & Strategy:1 Prerecorded Benefit Presentation: A clear, professional video overview explaining plan choices and updates to your workforce.
1 Custom Benefit Guide: A visually clean, easy-to-digest PDF manual detailing your company’s specific coverage options.
1 Detailed FAQ Document: A structured cheat sheet addressing common employee concerns, lowering HR ticket volume.
Employee Communication Templates: Ready-to-use email and message scripts for your internal team to distribute at critical milestone dates.
Strategic Advisory Hours: Includes 10 hours per month of dedicated consulting work, covering plan analysis, committee meetings, and leadership alignment.
Ready to streamline your enrollment or optimize your plans? Get in touch today to schedule an initial discovery call.
Please note: This is an advisory and content delivery service. All vendor contact, insurance product negotiations, and final message distribution are handled internally by your organization.
© 2026 Benefits Decoded LLC. All rights reserved.
Benefits Decoded is an independent corporate benefits consulting and employee education firm. We do not sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance policies, nor do we act as a licensed insurance broker or producer at this time. All educational resources are for informational purposes only.
Benefits Decoded
© 2026 Benefits Decoded LLC. All rights reserved.
Benefits Decoded is an independent corporate benefits consulting and employee education firm. We do not sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance policies, nor do we act as a licensed insurance broker or producer at this time. All educational resources are for informational purposes only.
