Why our clients love us.
"Karen is one of the most energetic salespeople with whom I have ever worked. She works tirelessly to find better ways of addressing the health care challenges her clients face. She is strategic, always seeking new solutions. She is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with."-Sherelyn Hammett, Sales Executive at United Healthcare
""I have worked with Karen Hudgins since early 2012, when she immediately became my “go to” for all our company’s health, life and disability benefits. Even more important than being delightfully personable, Karen displayed a wealth of specific information and always seemed to have the right contacts at her fingertips. Whenever we had a concern or needed to invoke a portion of our coverage with which we were unfamiliar, she always stepped in to help if asked, assuring me that resolving any question or issue we might have was a “That’s why we’re here” matter, and that no problem was too small to bring to her attention.
Karen even helped smooth us through the transfer of our entire account when the small sole proprietorship with which we had consulted for years joined the much larger TBR/Dawson and she herself transitioned to that new employment. Fortunately they allowed her to continue servicing our account.
For the past five years I have been immensely spoiled by Karen Hudgins’ energetic support and immediate responses. I thoroughly respect her, both personally and professionally. "-R. Schrader, Strickler Associates
"Karen has the kind of infectious business energy that is required for the level of success she expects in the employee benefits space. Karen has shown me leadership capability time and time again as we are involved in the PRO referral groups organization together. Every time I see Karen, she uplifts my spirit - this is invaluable in differentiation in a crowded industry of employee benefits. I recommend Karen as someone who will follow up, deliver the results your company seeks, and be an uplifter in the business community."-Peter Larsen, Cobb Technologies
"It has been a pleasure working with Karen. She helped us setup our health plan initially and has been a great resource gong forward as we continue to grow and evolve."-T. Kingsling, President, Richmond Traffic Control
I have worked with Karen for over 10 years. She is quite knowledgeable on health insurance, responds quickly to questions and concerns and has always been helpful. I would recommend her for a health insurance position.-Nancy Israel, Executive Director American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia
"Karen proved to be a valued partner, providing excellent customer service along with detailed knowledge of the health insurance and health benefits industry. She guided us through the complex changes in insurance requirements for small businesses with ease. We partnered with her to provide a benefits package to employees, and to regularly evaluate and update that package. She consistently went above and beyond to answer questions, evaluate options, and to assist our organization through a significant transition period. Karen is funny, smart, and engaging. She cares about her commitment to her customers, and has the unique ability to connect with a variety of people and personalities, and to explain complicated systems in an easy to understand way. Her enthusiasm is contagious. I recommend Karen as an asset to any business that values community, customer service, and results!"-Julie Joyner, Association Manager, Property Management Associates
""I have worked with Karen Hudgins since early 2012, when she immediately became my “go to” for all our company’s health, life and disability benefits. Even more important than being delightfully personable, Karen displayed a wealth of specific information and always seemed to have the right contacts at her fingertips. Whenever we had a concern or needed to invoke a portion of our coverage with which we were unfamiliar, she always stepped in to help if asked, assuring me that resolving any question or issue we might have was a “That’s why we’re here” matter, and that no problem was too small to bring to her attention.
Karen even helped smooth us through the transfer of our entire account when the small sole proprietorship with which we had consulted for years joined the much larger TBR/Dawson and she herself transitioned to that new employment. Fortunately they allowed her to continue servicing our account.
For the past five years I have been immensely spoiled by Karen Hudgins’ energetic support and immediate responses. I thoroughly respect her, both personally and professionally. "-R. Schrader, Strickler Associates
"Karen has the kind of infectious business energy that is required for the level of success she expects in the employee benefits space. Karen has shown me leadership capability time and time again as we are involved in the PRO referral groups organization together. Every time I see Karen, she uplifts my spirit - this is invaluable in differentiation in a crowded industry of employee benefits. I recommend Karen as someone who will follow up, deliver the results your company seeks, and be an uplifter in the business community."-Peter Larsen, Cobb Technologies
"It has been a pleasure working with Karen. She helped us setup our health plan initially and has been a great resource gong forward as we continue to grow and evolve."-T. Kingsling, President, Richmond Traffic Control
I have worked with Karen for over 10 years. She is quite knowledgeable on health insurance, responds quickly to questions and concerns and has always been helpful. I would recommend her for a health insurance position.-Nancy Israel, Executive Director American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia
"Karen proved to be a valued partner, providing excellent customer service along with detailed knowledge of the health insurance and health benefits industry. She guided us through the complex changes in insurance requirements for small businesses with ease. We partnered with her to provide a benefits package to employees, and to regularly evaluate and update that package. She consistently went above and beyond to answer questions, evaluate options, and to assist our organization through a significant transition period. Karen is funny, smart, and engaging. She cares about her commitment to her customers, and has the unique ability to connect with a variety of people and personalities, and to explain complicated systems in an easy to understand way. Her enthusiasm is contagious. I recommend Karen as an asset to any business that values community, customer service, and results!"-Julie Joyner, Association Manager, Property Management Associates
About Our Staff
My name is Karen Hudgins and I started my career in Human Resources Management shortly after college in New England. Working my way up the ladder as an HR Generalist eventually found myself relocating to Northern Virginia in 1998 to implement standard HR procedures for a recently acquired organization. I moved on to a few government contractors and eventually consulting and developing HR departments. Simultaneously, I also began a home-based business with a leading cosmetic organization and realized if I "worked as hard for myself as my employer" I could really fly. So with a huge step of faith, walked away from corporate America and pursued my own business. After a few cars, and few diamond rings, went back to "work" simply to have extra money to pay for my son's pre-school.
That is when I fell in love with designing benefit plans for businesses.
I started New Hope Benefits & Consulting on the idea that businesses need a fresh perspective on their employee benefit programs that goes beyond basic health and dental coverage. There are more effective ways of ensuring employees are educated and find value from the programs their employer offers. We take an honest approach: if you are in a good place, we will let you know!!
I am happily married to Jeff for 16 years and two wonderful children. We are all heavily involved in our church, Journey Christian Church and our family has a passion for serving others. I have ventured to Honduras in 2013, 2014 & 2019; Jeff has served in Haiti in 2016 & 2017. Our family serves at Lighthouse Family Retreats (www.lighthousefamilyretreat.org) serving families living through childhood cancer.
Timothy Nguyen, Account Manager
Timothy joined New Hope in March 2019. Previously he was an intern with Wells Fargo Insurance, later acquired by USI Insurance Services. He attends college at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Daniel Tobias, Account Coordinator
Daniel has been working with New Hope Benefits since August 2017. Daniel attends school at Virginia Commonwealth University.
That is when I fell in love with designing benefit plans for businesses.
I started New Hope Benefits & Consulting on the idea that businesses need a fresh perspective on their employee benefit programs that goes beyond basic health and dental coverage. There are more effective ways of ensuring employees are educated and find value from the programs their employer offers. We take an honest approach: if you are in a good place, we will let you know!!
I am happily married to Jeff for 16 years and two wonderful children. We are all heavily involved in our church, Journey Christian Church and our family has a passion for serving others. I have ventured to Honduras in 2013, 2014 & 2019; Jeff has served in Haiti in 2016 & 2017. Our family serves at Lighthouse Family Retreats (www.lighthousefamilyretreat.org) serving families living through childhood cancer.
Timothy Nguyen, Account Manager
Timothy joined New Hope in March 2019. Previously he was an intern with Wells Fargo Insurance, later acquired by USI Insurance Services. He attends college at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Daniel Tobias, Account Coordinator
Daniel has been working with New Hope Benefits since August 2017. Daniel attends school at Virginia Commonwealth University.