Benefit Advisors Network adds Captrue Benefits as partner

Benefit Advisors Network said July 30, 2026, that Captrue Benefits has joined as its newest partner ahead of BAN’s summer conference. The move expands BAN’s network of independent benefits firms and reflects the group’s push for transparency, innovation, and client-focused consulting.

Why it matters: - Captrue Benefits brings a transparent pricing model and a benefits administration platform to Benefit Advisors Network’s independent consulting network. - The partnership is meant to strengthen BAN’s focus on collaboration, education, and thought leadership for member firms. - BAN said the addition reinforces its commitment to client-first employee benefits solutions.

What happened: - Benefit Advisors Network announced July 30, 2026, that Captrue Benefits has joined as its newest partner. - BAN timed the announcement ahead of its upcoming summer conference, where member firms will reconnect across the country. - Captrue Benefits is led by President Jonathan Coddington. - Perry Braun, president and CEO of BAN, welcomed Captrue Benefits and tied the partnership to BAN’s conference and network goals. - Jonathan Coddington said the partnership fits Captrue Benefits’ focus on transparency, innovation, and collaboration.

The details: - Captrue Benefits is a third-party administrator focused on transparent, flexible, and innovative benefits administration solutions. - The firm is described as a trusted partner for employers seeking greater transparency, accountability, and value from employee benefits programs. - BAN is an international network of independent employee benefits and insurance consulting firms founded in 2002. - BAN intentionally limits membership because it wants highly collaborative interactions among members. - BAN said it delivers tools, technology, and expertise to member firms so they can improve results for employee benefit customers. - BAN said Captrue Benefits fits its standards for leadership, innovative thinking, and industry advancement. - BAN said the network is intentionally selective about partners that align with its mission. - Captrue Benefits was formed by leaders with more than 250 combined years of experience across TPAs, brokerage, and benefit design. - Captrue Benefits said it was created to restore alignment between employers, members, and providers. - The firm said it supports employers of all sizes that want to rethink healthcare financing, disclosure, and delivery. - Captrue Benefits said it also emphasizes operational excellence, compliance, and practical execution. - BAN recently appointed Susan Rider as Human Capital Management Director, adding to its member resources. - BAN invites prospective members to contact Steve Yarcusko at syarcusko@benefitadvisorsnetwork.com. - More information is available on BAN’s website. - Captrue Benefits’ website is captruebenefits.com. - BAN also maintains a LinkedIn showcase page.

Between the lines: - BAN is using selective partnerships to signal quality and keep its network aligned around a common consulting philosophy. - The Captrue deal also points to growing demand for benefits administration models that emphasize pricing transparency and employer control. - The timing, ahead of BAN’s conference, suggests the organization wants to showcase momentum and member engagement.

What's next: - Captrue Benefits will begin participating in BAN’s collaborative network and member activities. - BAN is expected to use the summer conference to highlight partnerships, education, and shared best practices. - The network’s next focus appears to be expanding expertise and resources while keeping membership exclusive.