Atkinson, New Hampshire resident Karen Bishop has been elected to the board of directors of the New England Employee Benefits Council (NEEBC) where she will serve a three-year term. Bishop has spoken at several NEEBC events and will serve on the organization’s Program and Scholarship Committee.

The Head of North American Benefits for MilliporeSigma, a business of Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany, Bishop is accountable for managing the strategy, operations, legal compliance and communications of benefit plans in the U.S. and Canada. With 20 years of experience managing employee benefits both nationally and globally, Bishop has held director and manager level roles at Shire, Cabot and Putnam Investments.

Established more than 35 years ago, NEEBC is the definitive leader in advancing knowledge and facilitating networking for employee benefits practitioners. Each year more than 2,000 professionals participate in cutting-edge programs in all areas of employee benefits. The organization provides the resources, information and competencies for employees to become a successful expert in their field, while offering opportunities for networking and professional development.

About NEEBC

NEEBC (www.neebc.org) is a Waltham, Massachusetts nonprofit that advances knowledge and education in employee benefits. NEEBC’s 1,250 members manage benefits for an estimated 2.5 million employees. Members include employers and providers of benefits consulting and services throughout New England. NEEBC’s monthly educational programs feature presentations by guest speakers on topics of interest to the benefits community. Members have the opportunity to discuss ideas, become informed about new developments in the field and network with peers. Follow NEEBC on Facebook, LinkedIn and on Twitter at @NEEBC. Find out about the benefits of membership by watching our video on YouTube.