About Us
Our History
Lighthouse Group was established in 1995 with the merger of the Lighthouse Group Insurance Agency (founded in 1990) and Keuning Agency (founded in 1960). Through organic growth and acquisitions, our organization evolved into a noteworthy Michigan-based employer serving over 33,000 clients. Our locations across the state allow us to remain relationship focused and community oriented.
On December 1, 2020, we merged with the nation’s 17th largest agency, Alera Group. This partnership has brought the capabilities and resources of a national firm while allowing us to maintain the local service our clients have come to know and love.
Meet Our Team
Carla Bensted
Controller
Jaclyn Brussee
Regional Vice President of Sales Development, Midwest Region
Harold Burrell
Senior Vice President
Ryan Czarnecki
Director of Strategic Partnerships
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Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
Navigating Medicare: Educational Webinar
The knowledgeable team at Alera Group is here to help you navigate your Medicare options to ensure you feel confident in your post-65 healthcare coverage.
November 12, 2025 at 12:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Insights
Employee Benefits
Legal Alert: Agencies Clarify How Certain Fertility Benefits May be Treated as Excepted Benefits
This alert is of interest to all employers that offer fertility benefits or may be interested in offering fertility benefits in the future.
November 4, 2025
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Property and Casualty
Top 5 Insurance Surprises Businesses Face in Q4 — and How to Prevent Them
As year-end approaches, many organizations focus on closing out financials and planning for the year ahead. It’s also the time when insurance programs often reveal unexpected challenges, some avoidable, others the result of shifting market conditions or overlooked details.
October 30, 2025
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Employee Benefits
Legal Alert: IRS Adjusts Health Flexible Spending Account and Other Benefit Limits for 2026
This alert is of interest to all employers that sponsor health FSAs and qualified transit plans, among others.
October 10, 2025
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2025 Leave Report: Insights to Guide 2026 Leave Planning
Explore Alera Group’s 2025 Leave Report. Benchmark PTO, parental leave, and holiday policies to strengthen employee retention and recruitment as you plan for 2026 and beyond.
October 1, 2025
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