At Blue Moon Benefits Group we take great pride in trying to exceed the expectations of our clients. We strive to provide sound product recommendations with the most reputable carriers as well as ongoing customer service throughout the year. We are a local and independent health insurance agency offering a variety of health insurance related products for individuals and families.
Meet Our Team
Don Hild
SALES DIRECTOR/AGENT
I was born at a young age in Cleveland, Ohio. Most people can only dream of being from Cleveland, but I really am! I attended the College of Wooster and received a B.A. in both History and Spanish. I attended Vanderbilt University and have an M.A. in Latin American Studies. I worked in long term care for 8 years, prior to working in the health insurance industry for nearly the past 30 years.
Do you have any nicknames?“Smokin”, but that was sports related
What is your life motto?
The one who says it cannot be done should never interrupt the one doing it!
What is your favorite quote?
“if you don’t have time to do it right the first time, when will you have time to do it over?” John Wooden
What is your favorite author?
Zig Zigler – he can communicate important messages while delivering a great quip or one liner. I admire that!
What is your number one irritant?
People who don’t do their job well.
What is your number one motivator?
Helping others trying to reach new goals/heights
What is your favorite movie?
What about Bob? (great lessons, great laughs)
The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is:
“Be the steamroller or be the steamrollee”
What’s the most inspiring part of your job?
Chocolate chip cookies from grateful clients
Who is your favorite sports team?
Cleveland Indians
What is your favorite food?
Pizza, followed by chocolate chip cookies (real ones, not Keeblers)
Don Hild
Ana Hugendubler
OFFICE MANAGER/LICENSED AGENT
I have lived in NC since I was a few years old…I didn’t even go away to college opting instead to attend High Point University. I branched out of my little bubble there and the experience taught me many invaluable lessons that I still see infused in my everyday life. I am fortunate to be able to now impart some of this wisdom and learned traits, like accountability, humility and equanimity to my own family throughout our everyday life.
Who is your favorite Superhero character and why?
Ironman and Batman because they are self made super heroes (not bit by a spider or born with super powers)
What was your first job?
A professional ice cream scooper.
What is your favorite quote?
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent” Eleanor Roosevelt
What is the most interesting pet you have ever had?
Boring answer – I have never had anything but a dog.
What is your biggest fear?
Shark attack, the reason I will not swim in the ocean.
What is your favorite movie?
1985 version of Clue
For Karaoke night, what song would you sing?
Probably a Disney song.
If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would it be?
John Weisbarth and Zach Giffin from Tiny House Nation!
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a _______ when I grew up.
Dentist
Who is your favorite sports team?
My nephew’s baseball team : ) I don’t follow professional sports.
If you were the lead singer in a music group, what would your band name be?
Hairspray!
If you could give one piece of advice to yourself 15 years ago, what would it be?
Don’t worry about the small stuff.
If you could travel to any place in the world, all expenses paid, where would it be?
Australia or Greece
Which song from the 1980s best sums up your life as a teenager?
“I love Rock n Roll” Joan Jett
Ana Hugendubler
Pamela Boerger
Sales Agent
Sales AgentI was born in South Charleston, Ohio and received a BS in Health Record Administration from the Ohio State University and recently a MBA in Healthcare Administration from South University. I have been extremely blessed to have lived, worked, and traveled with my family in and outside the USA. I thoroughly enjoy working with people and sharing life stories as we make positive changes in their healthcare.
Who is your favorite Superhero character and why?
Wonder woman because she could capture the bad guy and always look fantastic doing it.
What was your first job?
I was a seamstress, salesperson and wholesale fabric shipper for a Bridal Store who made custom wedding apparel and sold ready-to-wear products at age 16.
What is your favorite quote?
“I haven’t failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” – Thomas Edison
What is the most interesting pet you have ever had?
A Nuban farm goat named “Raindrops”.
What is your biggest fear?
SNAKES….enough said.
What is your favorite movie?
It depends on the day you ask me…Top Gun, Forrest Gump, Pearl Harbor and any Nicholas Sparks movie.
For Karaoke night, what song would you sing?
“I will always love you” the Dolly Parton version because I cannot do the Whitney Houston version.
If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would it be?
Oprah Winfrey, since she has interviewed so many famous people that it would be interesting to hear her favorite untold stories.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a __________ when I grew up.
A performer. Specifically a dancer since I took my first dance lesson at age 5 at the YWCA.
Who is your favorite sports team?
The Ohio State Buckeyes! Go Bucks!
If you were the lead singer in a music group, what would your band name be?
Flashback… because we would focus on a remix of old popular tunes that we all know but in a new way.
If you could give one piece of advice to yourself 15 years ago, what would it be?
Enjoy the moment your in to the fullest! I lived in Basel, Switzerland at the time and was more worried about following the rules and fitting in than enjoying the beauty all around me.
If you could travel to any place in the world, all expenses paid, where would it be?
Galápagos Islands or African safari, to see all of the amazing wildlife untouched.
Which song from the 1980s best sums up your life as a teenager?
“I wanna dance with somebody” by Whitney Houston because I love to dance!
Pamela Boerger
Amanda Lord
Agent Support Specialist
I’ve lived in North Carolina most of my life. I enjoy spending time with my 3 kids and traveling with all their sporting activities. I was a stay-at-home mom and as the kids have gotten older I wanted to venture out and join the workforce. I’ve been at Blue Moon Benefits since 2022 and hope to continue to learn and help our clients with their healthcare needs.
Who is your favorite Superhero character and why?
My favorite Superhero character is Wonder Woman because she’s a positive role model.
What was your first job?
My first job in high school was working at Fuddruckers.
What is your favorite quote?
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving”-Albert Einstein
What is the most interesting pet you have ever had?
The most interesting pet I’ve had was a tiny turtle.
What is your biggest fear?
My biggest fear is something happening to my children.
What is your favorite movie?
I don’t have a specific favorite movie, but comedies are my favorite.
For Karaoke night, what song would you sing?
Although you will never see me singing karaoke…If I had to pick a song for it, it would have to be “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey.
If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would it be?
A celebrity I would have dinner with would be Adam Sandler.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a _________ when I grew up?
At 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a mom when I grew up.
Who is your favorite sports team?
Atlanta Braves
If you could give one piece of advice to yourself 15 years ago, what would it be?
Life is short…Make the very most of each day, be intentional with what you say and do, and don’t wait until tomorrow.
If you could travel to any place in the world, all expenses paid, where would it be?
If I could travel to any place in the world it would be to the Mediterranean, especially Greece.
Which song from the 1980s best sums up your life as a teenager?
“Girls just want to have fun” by Cyndi Lauper
Amanda Lord
Melissa Howard
Office Manager
I have lived in North Carolina my entire life and have never ventured away from here. I am blessed to have a close family and enjoy every minute I get to spend with them. I am currently working toward my Bachelors degree in Healthcare Administration at South University and will graduate in March 2024. I have worked in Healthcare for over 15 years and I look forward to taking the step and learning the health insurance side of the industry. Working with people has always been my passion and I know I will only continue loving to do so.
Who is your favorite Superhero character and why?
Wonder Woman, she is an icon of my childhood
What was your first job?
Marshall’s Dry Cleaners at 15 years old
What is your favorite quote?
“If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours”- Dolly Parton
What is the most interesting pet you have ever had?
My dog Quincy he was a Beagle/Dalmation and had the personality of both breeds making life very interesting
What is your biggest fear?
Leaving my children in this world without me even though they are adults
What is your favorite movie?
Dirty Dancing/Steel Magnolias
For Karaoke night, what song would you sing?
Don’t Stop Believing (Who doesn’t love Journey?)
If you could have dinner with any celebrity, who would it be?
Dolly Parton
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a ______ when I grew up.
Nurse
Who is your favorite sports team?
Tarheels
If you were the lead singer in a music group, what would your band name be?
People would probably pay me to not sing in a band LOL
If you could give one piece of advice to yourself 15 years ago, what would it be?
Don’t rush, things will come in their own time
If you could travel to any place in the world, all expenses paid, where would it be?
Anywhere, I have never traveled any further than Florida, other than a cruise
Which song from the 1980s best sums up your life as a teenager?
Girls Just Want to Have Fun-Cyndi Lauper