John Davidson, CSFS began his insurance career in 1980 as a producer of individual life products with Standard Insurance Company. In June of 1983 John started Davidson Benefits Planning and began working with small employer groups and shortly thereafter found an underserved and unique potential in the large group employee benefits segment.  John since has established himself among his peers as an industry thought leader focused on strategic planning, cost management and the benefits of self-funding.

John founded Davidson Benefits Planning as a means to bring his expertise and passion to the Northwest market and over 41 years later continues to serve the interests of many clients with his signature stamp of integrity, honesty, and humility.  As a past President of the Oregon Association of Health Underwriters and multiple Agency of the Year awards, John continues to represent the benefits industry and his clients with leadership, commitment, and innovation.

John is a 1978 Business graduate of Linfield College and is a Certified Self-Funding Specialist (CSFS). He actively serves as a board member on various philanthropies.