How does it feel to be the Darth Vader of the benefits industry? (Photo: Shutterstock)
Darth Vader?
I wasn't sure what to make of it last fall at the Q4 Intelligence Summit when someone walked by after my keynote and asked, “How does it feel to be the Darth Vader of the benefits industry?” I could not tell initially if it was intended to be a compliment, but for those who already know me, you will understand that either way, driving action items from audience members is what gets my blood pumping the most, so I'll take it!
“You jumped from the dark side, coming from the hospital side over to join us brokers and benefits advisors. You're ratting them out,” the gentleman added. Realizing now that he was attempting to compliment me, I decided to take my dark helmet off and introduce myself.
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