Our Team
Meet
Our Team
Dedicated professionals committed to your health benefits.
Chris Gorey
CBG President
Chris has over 20 years of healthcare experience in market strategy and sales. Before joining CBG, he led Commercial Market Strategy and Growth for Providence Health & Services. He also held several market leadership roles, including Sales VP for Regence BlueShield in Washington and led the ‘New Growth Ventures’ corporate development team at Trustmark Companies.
Chris is a die-hard and mostly-suffering Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He and his wife reside at home with their dog, while their two children are off at university.
Eric Pearson
Director of Underwriting
Eric has over 20 years of Underwriting and Sales experience with Regence and Premera Blues. Nearly his entire career has been dedicated to the advocacy, management and success of Association Health Plans in WA.
Eric enjoys spending time with his family, whether they are at church, swimming in Lake Chelan or enjoying one of the many NW trails. His hobbies include golfing, board gaming and cooking for a crowd.
Garrett Kinsley
Account Manager Supervisor
Garrett has worked in the health insurance industry for over 18 years. He loves working with the many great people of CBG on their common goal, of providing affordable, accessible, and comprehensive employer coverage.
Garrett's favorite activity is exploring Washington State and the world beyond with his family. He also enjoys rooting on our local Seattle sports teams throughout the year.
Jennifer Ballsmith
VP of Finance & Accounting
Jennifer has over 16 years of recent experience in Finance & Accounting. Before her current role, she was the Controller for CW Title & Escrow and The Fortin Group both based in Bellevue, Washington.
After her time in Southern California, she eventually migrated to Washington State in the late 90s. Currently, Jennifer loves to work out and spend time with her husband and her adorable Golden Retriever, Gibbs.
Jill Craig
Producer Channel Manager
In high school, Jill had the opportunity to participate in a pilot program, working in a medical lab at an early age. After working in every facet of lab work, Jill eventually branched over to HR, proving to be a great training ground for CBG.
A native of Northern California, Jill relocated to the Seattle area and has relished exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Her first job in Seattle was as a Space Needle elevator operator, spurring her passion for Seattle history. In her free time Jill enjoys spending time with her animals.
Jodi Hensley
VP of Sales
A former HR Director, Jodi experienced firsthand the frustration of finding a reliable broker who delivered on their promises. This challenge inspired her to found her own independent agency, PRO Benefits of Washington. In 2020 PRO joined Capital Benefit Group, and today, Jodi leads the talented sales team at Capital Benefit Group.
Jodi loves cooking for family and friends, reading, pickleball, and traveling to Europe. She's incredibly lucky to have 3 children and 3 granddaughters.
Jonathan Hensley
CEO
Jonathan Hensley, a Virginia native, joined Capital Benefit Group in 2013. With a robust background in healthcare leadership, he previously held senior positions at Regence BlueShield, Premera Blue Cross, CIGNA, and United Health Care.
Outside of his professional life, Jonathan and his wife share a passion for travel and enjoy entertaining with family and friends. They love spending time with their granddaughters. Jonathan is also a national amateur pickleball champion, has a love for horses, and is shadowed by his deaf Border Collie, Lucky.
Lisa Barker
CIO
Lisa Barker has been Chief Information Officer since 2018 at Capital Benefit Group. She leads the development of innovative solutions to empower clients & help them navigate the complexities of benefits. Prior to CBG she was an entrepreneur and President of an IT consultant corporation.
Lisa’s second job is being the mom to 3 children plus her dog. Since she has worked with CBG leadership for 25 years, CBG is her 2nd family. At work and home, maintaining a positive attitude is the key to navigating through all of life’s adventures.
