About Us

Northwest Benefit Solutions, Inc. was established in 2008 by Principal Todd Zahnle. Our goal is to assure that the client is covered by the insurance policy that best fits their needs at the most competitive cost available. At Northwest Benefit Solutions we believe that insurance is a relationship business and that our clients deserve personalized, hands-on customer service that services them beyond the enrollment process.
Todd Zahnle
Principal
Todd has been a licensed insurance professional since 2000, specializing in health insurance. Prior to starting Northwest Benefit Solutions in 2006, Todd managed the benefits division for Advantage Insurance. Todd takes great pride in assisting clients through the process of choosing the best plan design options for companies and individuals. Todd was born and raised in Bellevue, attending Bellevue High School, and then going on to graduate from Central Washington University with a degree in Business Administration. Todd lives in Kirkland with his wife Lisa, and children Austin and Ava.
Jennifer Hayles
Broker
Jennifer has been with Northwest Benefit Solutions since 2009. She is a licensed agent with a background in human resources and medical administration, making her a knowledgeable and accessible client advocate. Jennifer’s primary strengths include education and communication, and she excels at helping people fully understand the details and costs of the benefits they are considering and providing to their employees, and to their own families. Born and raised in Western Washington, Jennifer lives in Redmond with her husband Chris, and children Josh, Emma and Henry.
Shan Cunningham
Client Manager
Shan has been with Northwest Benefit Solutions since 2014, bringing 7 years of benefits experience. She is a licensed agent with a personal commitment to effective customer service and educating her clients on the ever-changing world of health insurance. A native of Seattle, Shan has lived in Kirkland with her family for over 25 years. In her off time, you may run into Shan taking orders at her family’s local BBQ truck (HP’s Smokehouse BBQ) and contributing to their success with her amazing culinary skills.

NORTHWEST BENEFIT SOLUTIONS

611 4th Ave. Suite 120
Kirkland, WA 98033

Main: (425) 284-4459
Toll-Free: (888) 322-8015
Fax: (425) 284-6609
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