Title: 1) Health Insurance Sales Consultant; 2) Broker Associate
Company: 1) Doris Perna Inc.; 2) Keller Williams North Shore West
Location: Waukegan, Illinois, United States
Doris Perna, Health Insurance Sales Consultant at Doris Perna Inc. and Broker Associate at Keller Williams North Shore West, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Insurance Sales and Real Estate.
Ms. Perna has established a distinguished career as a health insurance sales consultant with Doris Perna Inc., a company she established in 2019. In this capacity, she assists clients in maintaining Medicare insurance and selecting plans tailored to their needs. Her expertise encompasses Medicare Advantage, supplement plans, social security enrollment for Medicare A and B, and the management of individual and family insurance policies. Ms. Perna is recognized for her ability to resolve client issues efficiently while serving as the primary point of contact.
Among various other responsibilities at the helm of Doris Perna Inc., Ms. Perna conducts home meetings and sends regular mailings, all while providing consistent personal service, which has enabled her to retain and expand her book of business to approximately 200 clients. This achievement stands as Ms. Perna’s most notable professional milestone, reflecting the trust and strong relationships she has cultivated over the years.
Ms. Perna’s focus remains exclusively on health insurance and indemnity insurance products, such as hospital indemnity plans designed for specialized coverage needs, including cancer or heart-related conditions. She also works with clients under age 65 seeking affordable healthcare options through extensive knowledge of the Affordable Care Act.
Leveraging her many years of success, Ms. Perna contributed her expertise as a benefit advisor with Randstad in 2025 while managing Doris Perna Inc., further broadening her experience in employee benefits administration. From 2018 to 2019, she worked as a licensed sales representative with Senior Medicare Solutions in Waukegan, Illinois, focusing on Medicare-related products and services. Earlier, Ms. Perna worked as a client support team assistant at Mesirow Financial Holdings Inc., an independent, employee-owned financial services firm based in Chicago, between 2013 and 2016.
In addition to her work in insurance sales at Doris Perna Inc., Ms. Perna has been active in real estate for nearly two decades. She has served as a broker associate with Keller Williams North Shore West in Libertyville, Illinois, since 2018, where she applies her skills in real estate transactions. Helping clients throughout the buying and selling process in a competitive market, Ms. Perna specializes in residential real estate in the local community, which features family-friendly neighborhoods and top-rated schools.
Ms. Perna’s earlier tenure as a real estate broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (now Coldwell Banker Realty) in Chicago from 2016 to 2018 allowed her to develop strong negotiation and client management skills. She also excelled as a broker associate at Baird & Warner in Chicago between 2014 and 2016, where she continued to build her reputation for integrity and professionalism in real estate between. Ms. Perna’s real estate career began with Keller Williams Realty LLC from 2007 to 2014, following her tenure at Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, dating back to 1995, where she gained valuable insights into property transactions and customer relations.
Before working in both fields, Ms. Perna was an office services coordinator at Holden Industries Inc., an employee-owned organization and the parent company of a group of diversified manufacturing companies, for over 15 years. In her role from 1994 to 2012, she successfully managed administrative operations. During her tenure, Ms. Perna notably saved the company over $100,000 annually by creating efficiencies in various areas. She also briefly served as a customer assistant at LA Fitness between 2009 and 2010, demonstrating versatility across industries.
Ms. Perna’s professional journey began with service in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman first class from 1966 to 1969. This formative experience instilled discipline and a commitment to service that have remained hallmarks of her career.
A college graduate, Ms. Perna earned an Associate of Applied Science in business management, marketing and related support services from the College of Lake County in 1990. This academic achievement provided a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in business administration and client service. Ms. Perna is also a licensed insurance agent, which has enabled her to serve clients across numerous states with comprehensive knowledge of health insurance products.
Ms. Perna is an active member of the MedicareAgentsHub.com, AARP and the GLMV Chamber of Commerce, reflecting her engagement with professional and civic networks that support ongoing learning, advocacy for clients, and community engagement. She also engages as a volunteer at Advocate Condell Medical Center and supports charitable organizations, such as The Salvation Army and Goodwill Industries International, through donations.
Ms. Perna’s expertise in individual and family insurance is widely recognized within the industry. Her commitment to excellence has been acknowledged through several accolades from United HealthCare Services Inc., where she was honored as a Gold Producer for five years and was also recognized as a Silver Producer. These distinctions underscore Ms. Perna’s dedication to client service and her proficiency in navigating complex insurance matters.
Attributing her success to consistent availability for clients and a steadfast commitment to personalized service, Ms. Perna has built enduring relationships that have fueled the growth of both her businesses. Looking ahead, she intends to move toward full retirement while continuing to assist clients who rely on her guidance for Medicare-related matters until that transition is complete. Ms. Perna’s legacy is defined by unwavering dedication to client advocacy, industry expertise and meaningful contributions both professionally and within her community.
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