Julian BuenaflorAccount Support Specialist
Areas of Expertise
- Employee Benefits
- Brokerage Operations
- HR Technology & HRIS Navigation
- Renewals
Qualifications
- 10 Years combined Health Insurance and Brokerage Operations Experience
- Account Management & High-Touch Support
- Escalation & Resolution Management
Kane specializes in driving seamless brokerage operations with a decade of insurance industry experience including six years dedicated to core health insurance. Working closely with account managers, Kane provides hands-on support and swift, precise resolution for complex client issues.
Kane manages group policy renewals from end to end and oversees ongoing regulatory compliance to ensure every client receives tailored, uninterrupted coverage. Additionally, Kane serves as the point of contact for HRIS management, platform navigation, and open enrollment execution. Known for proactive communication and deep domain expertise, Kane remains a trusted partner to both internal teams and client organizations.
Recent Blog Posts
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Compensation Conversations: What Employers Should Know About Pay Discussions
Dear HR Manager Several employees have started openly comparing salaries. Their manager is concerned because some employees have discovered differences in pay. Should we ask them to stop discussing compensation? — Caught in the Compensation Conversation Dear Caught, The salary conversations themselves may not be the problem. The larger issue may be what employees are
September 20, 2026 -
Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself
Caregiving is a reality for millions of Americans. It may mean helping an aging parent get to appointments, supporting a spouse through an illness, caring for a child with additional needs, or regularly helping a friend or relative who can’t manage everything on their own. Recent research shows just how demanding these responsibilities can be.
September 20, 2026 -
September Compliance Q&A: Key Section 125, QLE & HSA/HDHP Guidance
9.3.26 | HEALTH PLAN RATE INCREASE FOR COBRA PARTICIPANTS Q. For 2027, is telemedicine still allowed to be a $0 copay on HSA/HDHP plans?A. Yes, the One Big Beautiful Bill made the telehealth safe harbor permanent. Employers are free to offer no-cost telehealth services as part of an HDHP without jeopardizing the ability to make HSA contributions.
September 20, 2026