Jeff Padavic, FSA, EA

Managing Director, Retirement Solutions

Jeff joined Christian Brothers Services in 2024 and plays a pivotal role in leading the Retirement Planning Services Division, overseeing the Christian Brothers Employee Retirement Plan (CBERP), the Christian Brothers Retirement Savings Plan (403b), and the Christian Brothers Employee Retirement Savings Plan (401k).

With over 20 years of experience in retirement and benefit plan management, Jeff brings expertise in plan administration, funding strategies, compliance, benefit design, and employee engagement. His strong communication skills and collaborative approach, honed through working with cross-functional teams, make him a valuable asset to CBS.

Prior to joining CBS, Jeff was Senior Manager of Retirement Plans at Slalom, Inc., in Chicago, managing a $1.3 billion qualified savings plan. At CBS, he leads a division supporting over 1,000 Catholic member organizations and 40,000 plan members, ensuring access to innovative retirement resources.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from the University of Illinois, Urbana- Champaign, and is recognized for his ability to drive results through his actuarial expertise and operational knowledge.