As a benefits consultant, Tracey’s primary focus is to stay current with industry trends, market developments and employment trends. With an emphasis on multi-year strategies, he positions his clients with the best possible benefits package, while concurrently looking out for the bottom line. He is recognized by the National Association of Health Underwriters as a certified consultant on the Affordable Care Act (ACA), self-funding and tax advantaged plan design.
Certifications, Education, Licenses, and Related Organizations
- General Business Studies: North Idaho College
- National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) PPACA Certified
- Continuing Industry Focused Education
- Licensed in Idaho, Montana, Washington and Utah
- Member, Registered Health Underwriters
- Member, Benefits Advisors Network
- Member, Silver Valley Economic Development Corp.
Hobbies, Interests, and Family
Tracey enjoys back-country navigation and is a firearms aficionado. He also loves to golf (if you can call it that) and chase big bull elk in the fall. Tracey is also a political science and history buff. He is married with three children and four beautiful grandchildren.
Favorite Quote
“The Mountains are calling and I must go.”
– Jack Muir 1800s
Who is Your Most Inspiring Role Model?
My father, James Yost is an inspiration to me. He lived a life of justice, temperance, wisdom and courage – timeless principals he learned and handed down from the teachings of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
What is Your Greatest Accomplishment?
My family.
What is your Spirit Animal?
Those of us in the office dubbed Tracey’s spirit animal an owl. He is exceptionally experienced and wise when it comes to what we do to serve our clients and he has a deep appreciation for hunting.