Meet Our Team

    Natalie Bailey

    Risk Consultant, Property & Casualty
    Natalie Bailey

    Risk Consultant, Property & Casualty

    Brooke Dedmon

    Human Capital Executive
    Brooke Dedmon

    Brooke is a Human Capital Executive with a focus on prevention, not cures, for mid-market employers that strategically evaluate ways to attract and retain top talent. Brooke prides herself on partnerships, trust, integrity, and aligning services specific to the needs of her clients as it relates to customized benefit plans, cost containment, employee engagement, and HR administration.

     

    Brooke received her undergraduate degree from Texas State University (2002), studied overseas in Sweden (2002), and received her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Houston (2004). Prior to joining the Alera Group team, Brooke worked for Paycom Software, Inc. and State Farm Enterprise.

     

    Brooke is a member of HR-Houston, SHRM, and involved with local Chambers and Rotary Clubs. She is very outgoing, collaborative, and describes herself as a life learner. Brooke lives in Missouri City, TX with her Husband, 2 daughters, and goldendoodle, Mercy. She loves reading and indoor cycling.

    Vincent Zinsmeyer

    Senior Partner
    Vincent Zinsmeyer

    Vince is an accomplished Financial Advisor with over 30 years of experience in the industry. In 1985 he joined AMCORP and began climbing the corporate ladder mastering every department and now serves as Senior Partner at AMCORP Employee Benefits and Financial Advisors along with his brother, Craig.

    With a unique ability to communicate to individuals in a language that they understand, Vince has built a long-term client relationship platform.  Vince has served on the Board of Easter Seals-San Antonio for over 10 years, 3 of those years as President.  He is also a registered representative with Triad Advisors where he uses his expertise to develop retirement and financial plans.

    Vince was born and raised in San Antonio. He married his wife Kim in 1993 and they have two children, Brantley and Emily as well as two dogs, Maisy and Walt. In his free time, Vince enjoys traveling, boating at the lake, and cruising around in his 1967 Convertible Mustang.

     

    Registered Representative with Osaic Wealth, Inc member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor Representative with Alera Investment Advisors, LLC. Osaic Wealth, Inc and Alera Investment Advisors, LLC are not affiliated.

    Craig Zinsmeyer

    Senior Partner
    Craig Zinsmeyer

    Craig is a native of San Antonio and a graduate of Winston Churchill High School. Upon graduating he attended Pensacola State College in Pensacola, Florida. He joined AMCORP in 1989. He has held various positions within AMCORP and is currently Senior Partner. Using his in-depth knowledge of the latest industry products and trends, Craig has grown the employee benefits side of the business by over 70%. Under his leadership, AMCORP now offers everything from online enrollment to complete benefit ACA compliance, in addition, to benefit consulting.

    Craig previously served on The Winston School Board of Directors where he helped guide the school through a very aggressive growth period and helped them move to a new campus. He also served as the President of the San Antonio Christian School Booster Club. When he is not at work you can find Craig behind his BBQ Trailer Pit serving his clients and the community some of the Texas Best Brisket, Ribs, and Chicken.

    EXPERT EDUCATION

    Events and Webinars

    Employee Benefits

    HIPAA Privacy and Security Overview

    Join our compliance experts for an overview of HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules. During this webinar, we'll review the different types of entities subject to HIPAA, take an in-depth look at protected health information (PHI), individual rights under HIPAA and what to do when there is a breach of PHI.

    April 11, 2025 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual

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    Balancing Cost and Care: Could a Captive solution be the right fit for you?

    In this session, our experts will discuss how Captive solutions work and what you need to consider for your own group’s needs.

    April 17, 2025 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual

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    State of the Markets

    Join us as we unveil the factors that drive the nation's financial pulse and how they may impact your personal finances.

    April 23, 2025 at 12:00 pm CT | Virtual

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    We have received nothing other than outstanding guidance, commitment, patience, and service… the entire experience has far exceeded my expectations.
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    You guys are so great to us — always want to help as quickly as possible. Thanks for all you do to assist us. I love working with Alera Group: Texas.
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    I became a client and, by doing so, took our rm to a higher level of service.
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    I just spoke with [an employee] and he was extremely complimentary of your assistance. You are the BEST. Our employees aren’t used to this, so it is a real pleasure for them to reach someone who actually cares and takes an interest in them.
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    THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

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    Employee Benefits

    HIPAA Webinar: Required Training and Valuable Refresher

    Whether meeting federal training requirements or simply refreshing their knowledge base, professionals whose role includes HIPAA administration will benefit from participating in Alera Group’s annual HIPAA Privacy and Security Overview, a one-hour webinar scheduled for Friday, April 11.

    March 27, 2025

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    Weekly Market Update

    Stocks notched a solid gain last week as upbeat comments from the Fed helped stocks snap their four-week losing streak.

    March 24, 2025

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    Warning Signs That May Trigger a Tax Audit

    Certain tax return details can increase the likelihood of an IRS audit. Learn which income levels, deductions, and financial reporting mistakes may raise red flags and how to avoid unwanted scrutiny.

    March 18, 2025

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    Weekly Market Update

    Investors endured another volatile, whipsaw week as ongoing trade talks and White House comments about the economy unsettled investors.

    March 17, 2025

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