Gus AltuzarraCEO & Employee Benefits Advisor
Areas of Expertise
- Employee Benefits
- HR technology
- Payroll
- ACEC Life/Health Trust
- HR Compliance
Qualifications
- BS, Business – Finance. San Diego State University
- Life and Health Insurance Licenses
- License 0H70047
Gus’s insurance career started as a financial rep at Northwestern Mutual. In 2012, Gus founded Aston Sharp to start offering a larger scope of insurance products to his clients. With extensive history in life, disability, and long-term care planning, Gus acts as a full service insurance advisor.
Gus started working with the underserved market of small group employers offering assistance with the new changes mandated by the ACA (Affordable Care Act). The in-flow of new technology in recent years has created an opportunity to revolutionize an outdated industry. Gus now works to consolidate Employee Benefits, HR, Payroll, Work Comp, and ACA compliance all under one roof – delivering an easy-to-use technology driven solution to his clients.
Recent Blog Posts
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Nurturing Mental Health through the Joy of Hobbies
Integrating hobbies into your lifestyle can benefit your mental health in today’s fast-paced world. The Healing Power of Hobbies Research highlights the importance of engaging in enjoyable leisure activities for maintaining and enhancing well-being. Activities that bring joy act as essential “breathers” and “restorers.” They offer much-needed breaks from daily stressors and aid in replenishing
March 14, 2024 -
Dear HR Manager, How do I create a mental wellness strategy?
Dear HR Manager How do I create a mental wellness strategy? – Multi-tasking Professional Dear Multi-tasking Professional, Developing an effective mental wellness strategy is crucial in today’s workplace, as 92 percent of employees value an employer that prioritizes emotional and psychological well-being. Here are a few ideas to start you on your journey. Make Support
March 14, 2024 -
Compliance Recap February 2024: J&J Lawsuit and Change Healthcare
February saw a potential industry-changing lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and its plan fiduciaries asserting a breach of fiduciary duties and mismanagement of Johnson & Johnson’s prescription drug benefits program, costing its ERISA plans and employees millions of dollars in the form of higher payments for prescription drugs, as well as higher premiums, deductibles, coinsurance,
March 13, 2024
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I cannot say enough about Gus and Michelle. They are always there to help, answer questions. Our company is located outside of Chicago. And when we needed them to come in and do a presentation for renewal, they were here to make sure that it was informative to the employees and process was seamless. Just a great group of people to be working with!
