Experience and Specialization

André Demetrius is a Senior Director in WTW’s Health & Benefits business in Atlanta, with more than 35 years of experience across the employee benefits landscape. His background spans more than a decade in claims administration and auditing, complemented by deep expertise in life and disability benefit plans.

André is a trusted advisor to complex organizations, partnering with clients on strategic employee benefits and healthcare initiatives, including highly nuanced M&A transactions. He provides guidance on the full spectrum of health and pharmacy benefits, as well as life and disability programs, and serves as a technical resource on the underwriting aspects of health and welfare plans. His work is grounded in helping organizations align benefit strategy with business objectives while managing cost, risk, and employee experience.

Consulting Background:

André’s areas of expertise include:

• Leading, managing, and mentoring large, multidisciplinary teams of consultants across all lines of business
• Designing long-term benefits strategies that address emerging healthcare trends and evolving healthcare reform
• Serving as a subject matter expert on M&A activity across all employee benefit lines
• Developing and implementing medical, life, and short- and long-term disability plan designs
• Developing and managing strategic RFPs to support organizational objectives across medical, pharmacy, life, disability, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits
• Negotiating with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and managed care organizations on behalf of large, multi-site employers
• Developing contribution and rate-setting strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Consulting on the design, administration, and auditing of health and welfare benefit plans

André is a frequent speaker on health and welfare topics and is regularly invited to present to benefits and HR audiences, sharing insights into strategy, innovation, and market trends.

Education and Credentials

André holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Kennesaw State University and is a licensed life and health insurance agent.