The Kirsch Group, a trusted advisor to employers seeking strategic and objective guidance in employee benefits, is pleased to announce the expansion of its consulting services to include Independent Broker Request for Proposal (RFP) Management and Independent Fiduciary Oversight Advisory Services.
As employers face increasing complexity in their employee benefit plans, the need for independent expertise and transparent decision-making has never been greater. These new offerings are designed to help organizations strengthen governance, improve accountability, and ensure their advisors and service providers continue to align with organizational goals.
Independent Broker RFP Services
Selecting the right benefits consultant or insurance broker is one of the most important decisions employers make. The Kirsch Group’s Independent Broker RFP Service provides employers with a structured, objective, and unbiased process for evaluating their current broker relationships and exploring alternative options.
The service includes:
- Development and management of customized RFPs
- Identification and evaluation of potential broker candidates
- Structured scoring and comparative analysis
- Review of compensation and service models
- Stakeholder facilitation and decision support
- Contract and implementation guidance
The Kirsch Group serves as an independent advocate for the employer, helping organizations make informed decisions based on service capabilities, cultural fit, market expertise, innovation, and value.
Independent Fiduciary Oversight Advisory Services
The growing complexity of employer-sponsored benefit programs requires strong governance and ongoing oversight. The Kirsch Group’s Independent Fiduciary Oversight Advisory Service supports organizations in establishing and maintaining sound fiduciary practices while enhancing transparency and accountability.
The service includes:
- Fiduciary process reviews and assessments
- Governance and committee structure evaluations
- Documentation and oversight best practices
- Service provider performance reviews
- Vendor accountability and benchmarking
- Strategic recommendations to strengthen fiduciary decision-making
The objective is to help employers create disciplined oversight processes that support prudent decision-making and demonstrate a commitment to acting in the best interests of plan participants and the organization.
Meeting a Growing Demand
“Employers are increasingly looking for an independent perspective when evaluating key benefit advisors and governance practices,” said Cara Kirsch, Founder of The Kirsch Group. “Our clients want confidence that they have the right partners in place and that their decision-making processes can withstand scrutiny. These new services are designed to provide that objective guidance while helping organizations achieve better outcomes for both the business and their employees.”
The addition of Independent Broker RFP and Fiduciary Oversight Advisory Services further strengthens The Kirsch Group’s commitment to delivering strategic, unbiased consulting solutions that help employers navigate an increasingly complex benefits landscape.
What This Looks Like Around the Leadership Table
If your last renewal meeting felt like bad news that everyone had to absorb, that is not a sign your team failed. It is a sign the tool on the table was not built for strategy. The employers who are pulling ahead on cost, member experience, and fiduciary protection are the ones who stopped letting the renewal cycle define the conversation and started measuring their plan against something objective.
That is the work the Plan Grader was designed to do, and it is the conversation The Kirsch Group is proud to bring to the HRAM community. If you would like a complimentary Plan Grader report, please contact Cara Kirsch at ckirsch@kirschgroupins.com.
About Cara Kirsch
Cara Kirsch is the Founder of The Kirsch Group with nearly 30 years of experience helping employers with employee benefits, insurance planning, and smarter long-term solutions.
Meet Cara Kirsch