New and Noteworthy

This month's spotlight

Retirement Ready

EBN answers employees' and employers' most pressing questions, to help organizations get workers on the path to future financial success.

From digital currencies and ESG-focused funds, the demand for diversification is at an all time high.

May 10
5 Min Read
Other articles

The median white family reaches retirement with $188,200 saved, compared to $36,000 for Hispanics, and just $25,000 for Blacks.

May 2
7 Min Read

Experts from Microsoft, Bank of America and more spotlight easy-to-implement methods to improve employees' financial futures.

May 11
6 Min Read

When it comes to planning for life after a 9 to 5, let those with experience be your guide.

May 4
1 Min Read

Experts from Morgan Stanley at Work and Betterment at Work share the best ways workers can start saving.

May 8
2 Min Read

Previous topics

The State of Healthcare 2023

Healthcare costs are only going up, and employers may need to rethink their gameplan.

April 4

Advisers are working to expand access to quality medical services for low-wage earners, as well as promoting transparency.

April 6

From custom tech to simple email updates, embrace tools that help employees access (and understand) their healthcare.

April 7

Industry expert Sylvester Schieber breaks down the challenges of the healthcare industry — and outlines steps toward better, affordable care.

April 5

For employees, managing rising costs of healthcare, food and other consumer goods is no small task. Here's how employers can help.

April 6
The Great Generational Divide

All workers want to feel supported by their employer. Across four generations, is it possible?

March 16

Professionals shared what work-related concerns are at top of mind — and how they're rising to the challenge.

March 15

In today's workforce, retirement isn't the only financial goal employees are working toward.

March 13

Workplace and social media experts weigh in on the role of newer social media platforms at work.

March 15

A negative work situation can affect anyone, but younger members of the workforce are much less tolerant and more willing to leave.

March 14
The Productivity Issue

Terry VanDuyn, director of product management at Kickstarter, shares a week in her life after her company switched to a four-day workweek.

January 30

A well-designed space that invites creativity and focus is possible for any organization with these architect-approved tips.

January 31
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Employers are losing out on over $100 billion a year in fatigue-related productivity loss.

December 21

TouchTunes Unlimited drops a jukebox right into your break room, boosting workplace well-being and improving productivity.

December 28

From time bursts of productivity to an accountability buddy, these apps can help employees stay on track.

February 1

Is your favorite song on the list? Touchtunes shared their top-played songs and genres for 2022.

February 3
22 Things We Learned from 2022

As plans come together for 2023, don't overlook the biggest takeaways of the past 12 months.

December 13

"We talk a lot about flexibility becoming the new currency," says Claudine Hoverson, chief talent officer at financial services firm Synchrony.

December 13

Flexibility in the workplace is the gift that keeps on giving.

December 13
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From mental health support to paid leave for caregivers, employees want companies to play a more active role in their lives. These are a few of the ones that did.

December 14

IWG's CEO Mark Dixon argues that hybrid workplaces are the ideal solution for employer and employee success and wellness.

December 14

Dr. Meisha-ann Martin, senior director of people analytics and research at Workhuman, outlines takeaways from 2022 and shares how leaders can bring them into 2023.

December 15
The Truth About DEI

Arizent research found that more than 95% of employees think they have something to learn from people who are different from them. But only 66% think that diverse companies make better decisions.

November 15

Black individuals are misdiagnosed for mental health disorders at higher rates, and receive lesser treatment than their white peers. What can be done to create more equitable support?

November 15

Yrthya Dinzey-Flores from Justworks and Victoria Park from Hero Collective break down why DEI research and initiatives do not capture the needs of Hispanic women in the workplace.

November 15

Industry leaders share their best lessons for creating valuable inclusion, and spotlight where there's room to grow.

November 15
Excellence in Benefits Awards 2022

This year's award winners are working tirelessly to improve the work and life experience for employees and clients.

September 13

Bekki Early, global well-being program manager at digital infrastructure platform Equinix, is leading by example to put wellness first.

September 13

CEO and co-founder of child care platform Kinside is making child care more affordable for working parents.

September 13
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Andrew McNeil and Rosario Avila launched the firm's Spanish-speaking division to boost access and utilization.

September 13

Paul McCarthy, chief people officer at SevenRooms, explains his philosophy of prioritizing rest and respect in the workplace.

September 14

Lester Morales, CEO and founder of Next Impact, encourages employers and employees to shop for healthcare like they would any other consumer product, often with life-changing results.

September 14

Donald DeSantis, co-founder and chief product officer at Nava Benefits, is set on helping HR teams navigate the benefits marketplace.

September 14
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Claire Schmidt, founder and CEO of employee feedback management platform AllVoices, is helping workers find their voice.

September 14
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Karen Stander, VP of physical therapy and women's health at Hinge Health, launched a digital-first program to support women's pelvic health.

September 15
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Lori Power, founder of MP Benefits, works to bring value to every part of the employer/employee relationship.

September 15
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Tanner Brunsdale, senior manager of benefits and mobility at Lyft, is delivering equitable benefits to every corner of the globe.

September 15

Susan French, head of global total rewards at Ocean Spray, has made it her mission to tackle barriers to care.

September 15
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With a small, focused team, Diedrae Bell-Hunter delivers benefits to 22,000 employees across the Dallas Independent School District.

September 16
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Elena Lynett, VP at Segal, is helping organizations address overlooked employee struggles.

September 16
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Kristen Carlisle, general manager of Betterment at Work, is finding new ways to help people through tough financial times.

September 16

Alex Frommeyer, co-founder and CEO of Beam Benefits, is working to bring ancillary benefits to every employer, regardless of size.

September 16
Back to School

Suneet Dua, chief growth officer of U.S. products and technology at PwC, explains how to create company-wide upskilling programs.

August 23

Rubina Malik, professor at Morehouse College and learning and development adviser at Malik Global Solutions, explains why upskilling and equity go hand in hand.

August 23
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Eighty-seven percent of mentors and mentees feel empowered by those relationships and have developed greater confidence at work.

August 23
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Demand for learning and development specialists increased 94% between July and September 2021, compared to the three months prior.

August 23

After 10 years with Lowe's, Damian Whilby is working toward his college degree with the help of his employer.

August 23

Employees who have a criminal background shouldn't be left in the shadows. Here's how these organizations provide training and mentorship opportunities, so your business can thrive.

August 23
How to Win the War for Talent

Original research by EBN’s parent company, Arizent, shines a light on the many motivations driving employees to walk out the door. The good news? There are plenty of ways to make them want to stay.

July 19

These organizations help employers and recruiters get in touch with overlooked and marginalized groups of people who have the talent and drive to work.

July 19

What’s really driving all these quits? Three participants in the Great Resignation explain what drove them to make a change, and what life’s like on the other side.

July 19
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ModernHire's SVP talks hiring, where it’s been, where it is and where it’s going — and most importantly, how employers can come out on top.

July 19
Advisers in Conversation

Advisers Sommer Sherrod and Michael Espinosa talk about the changing landscape of healthcare, and why working together can help drive innovation.

July 7

Ted Benna, the father of the 401(k), chats with Mindy Zatto of Strategic Benefits Advisors on the evolution of the retirement space, crypto investing and preparing workers for the day-to-day of retirement.

July 7

Benefit advisers Lester Morales and Brandon Weber bonded over a strong desire to fix the healthcare system, a challenge rooted in their childhoods.

July 7

Joe and Mike Markland see ICHRAs as a remedy for the root cause of escalating health insurance costs.

July 7
Money Matters

Employees want more insight and control over their retirement investments — and they want to support companies they can feel good about.

May 24

As more states and cities implement pay transparency laws, it’s not the only step employers need to take to ensure workers are being paid fairly.

May 24

Lauren Mason, a partner at Mercer, and Lori Wisper, a managing director at Willis Towers Watson, explain what inflation is costing employers and employees alike.

May 24

Cryptocurrencies have a reputation for being volatile. But an increasing amount of employees think digital assets are worth betting on — with the help of their employer.

May 24

As the future of federal student loan debt and forgiveness remains uncertain, employees are looking to their employers to help shore up their financial futures.

May 24
Do we care enough?

Caring for two generations left these caregivers feeling stuck and isolated — they share what helped them find the support they needed.

April 26

The app-based service delivers relief to employee caregivers and social support to families.

April 26
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Twenty-five percent of new caregivers came into their role over the pandemic, more than half of whom are young adults.

April 26

Three physicians discuss the struggles they faced as moms in healthcare, and how change may be on the horizon.

April 26

For the 53 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S., the stress of employment may be the easiest thing to walk away from. These supportive benefits can help keep a workforce intact.

April 26
The State of Healthcare

CEOs, healthcare providers and patients weigh in on the state of healthcare in the U.S., and their hopes for its future.

June 28

We've gotten used to virtual doctors' visits. As technology continues to drive change in healthcare, it may create a path to better access.

June 28
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The likelihood of death of BIPOC employees is more than twice that of their white counterparts.

June 28

New benefits that address mental health, fertility, a cancer diagnosis and other needs are helping employees take control of their health and wellness.

June 28
THE NEW RULES OF SOCIAL MEDIA
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Social media can be a lot of things — including a window into the souls of the very jobs applicants you're looking for.

March 8

Rather than attempt to restrict employees’ use of social media, empower them to become your biggest brand ambassadors.

March 8

These Gen Z employees share how social media helps them search for jobs and excel at them, while grappling with the constant distractions at their fingertips.

March 8

Elizabeth Edouard, product marketing manager at Lucid, explains how social media helped bridge the gap in her latest career pivot.

March 8
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In order to reach the current largest workforce demographic, employers are going to have to have to get creative about where they recruit.

March 8