North Carolina-based Senn Dunn Insurance has joined as the newest member of Benefit Advisors Network (BAN), which is a national network of progressive, independently owned employee benefit brokers and consulting firms.

BAN executive director Perry Braun said, "In order to become a Smart PartnerĀ® – or member – Senn Dunn had to pass a screening process with our staff, our board, and with current members that comprise our Membership Committee."

Senn Dunn Insurance executive vice president, Employee Benefits, Practice Group leader Joe Hughes said that the company will provide national scope and services with the BAN members throughout the country to enhance firm’s growth.

"One aspect of BAN we are particularly looking forward to is developing relationships with industry partners," Hughes added.

"The sharing of tools, resources, and intellectual knowledge between fellow members is a true rarity within our industry."

Established in 1999, Senn Dunn Employee Benefits division provides primarily true group plans and voluntary products in market segments include non-profits and healthcare.