Meet The Team
Cathy Barto leads the CB Benefits team. She has helped dozens of groups and hundreds of individuals implement and enroll in medical benefits and beyond. Nina has recently joined the firm. They are both fully licensed for all products and services, and together they are committed to providing a valuable experience tailored to fit the unique needs each client brings.

Cathy Barto
Health and Life Insurance Broker
- 480-940-3711
- 480-330-3711
- cathy@cbbenefits.biz
Cathy Barto has more than 25 years of experience helping both individuals and groups manage their insurance benefits. She received her Bachelor’s degree from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota followed years later with a Master’s Degree from University of Phoenix. She has completed the Registered Health Underwriter and Registered Employee Benefits Consultant designations through National Association of Health Underwriters. She has certified for the Marketplace since it’s inception. She and her husband are members of the Arizona Association of Foster and Adoptive Parents and have fostered 14 children in the past 12 years. She is the mother to 4 adult children and co-parents 4 school age girls. Add the dog to the mix, and there’s rarely a dull moment.

Nina Makston
Health and Life Insurance Broker
- 602-376-7266
- nina@cbbenefits.biz
Nina Makston is a native of Arizona and graduated with honors from Grand Canyon University. She is raising two teenagers in the central Phoenix area, an avid hiker and volunteers with Central Arizona Mountain Rescue helping to keep hikers and trail adventurers safe in the wilderness. Nina holds her Arizona Independent Broker’s license and is also certified for the Marketplace. Nina brings over 20 years of customer service, recruiting, human resources and management experience from across diverse industries spanning hospitality, automotive, and construction. Her contagious energy and drive provides a proven level of excellence.
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Our team of experts will design and implement a custom benefit package to meet your specific needs, all while considering your financial goals. Plus we are always here for questions when the unexpected arises – simply book a call with us now and start enjoying peace-of-mind knowing that your future is taken care of.


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- Cathy Barto
- (480) 940-3711
- (480) 330-3711
- Nina Makston
- (602) 376-7266