After checking in at the registration desk and grabbing your badge, join us for a drink while nurturing valuable connections with fellow attendees.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while continuing to build meaningful connections with fellow attendees.
In a world powered by AI, traditional leadership skills aren’t enough. Today’s leaders must go beyond IQ and technical expertise—they must integrate cognitive smarts with emotional intelligence to build organizations that are adaptable, resilient, and relentlessly innovative. These leaders don’t just analyze data, they understand people. They create cultures where creativity thrives, psychological safety is nonnegotiable, and teams feel genuinely understood and appreciated. They are both strategic and human. In this transformative talk, you’ll discover how to elevate your leadership by blending EQ and IQ to unlock deeper engagement, stronger performance, and lasting success for you, your people, and your customers in our AI-fueled world.
This annual survey aims to gather insights from HR and benefits leaders on effective strategies for promoting workplace wellbeing. By focusing on mental, physical, and financial health, the study seeks to identify best practices, challenges, and innovative approaches in supporting employees holistically. The findings will provide valuable guidance for organizations looking to enhance employee wellbeing, boost engagement, and foster a healthier work environment.
Recharge and connect during our morning break session. This brief intermission provides the perfect opportunity to grab a cup of coffee, network with peers and prepare for the day’s engaging sessions.
This year, Employee Benefit News will honor standout benefits and HR leaders who are redefining what’s possible in the workplace. These individuals are implementing innovative, cost-effective programs and leveraging new technologies to support their employees—and move the industry forward.
With up to five generations in the workforce, employers are under pressure to meet a wider range of expectations than ever before—from financial security and caregiving support to flexibility and career growth. This session explores how leading organizations are designing benefits strategies that resonate across age groups while remaining cohesive, cost-effective, and aligned to long-term talent goals.
Fuel up on insightful dialogue and connect with fellow professionals who share your goals during this networking break.
Despite expanded coverage, many employees still struggle to access timely, effective mental health support due to provider shortages, long wait times, and low awareness of available resources. This session explores how employers are rethinking their approach—moving beyond traditional models to improve access, drive utilization, and deliver more meaningful outcomes for their workforce.
Savor handcrafted drinks, indulge in delectable bites, and enjoy the company of fellow attendees in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere at our networking reception.
Managing benefits programs is a complex process, made more complex by rising costs, pressures to improve administrative efficiencies, and the need to maintain plan compliance. In this survey of HR and benefits leaders/decision makers, EBN explores the top challenges companies are facing and the actions they are taking to improve benefits administration including use of third party administrators, investments in technology and more.
Recharge and connect during our morning break session. This brief intermission provides the perfect opportunity to grab a cup of coffee, network with peers and prepare for the day’s engaging sessions.
Chronic conditions—from diabetes and obesity to sleep disorders and mental health—are driving a disproportionate share of employer healthcare costs and workforce productivity challenges. This panel brings together leaders to discuss how they’re identifying high-risk populations, improving access to care, and designing integrated strategies that go beyond point solutions to deliver measurable outcomes.
As demand for more inclusive, comprehensive support grows, employers are expanding beyond traditional offerings to address the full spectrum of women’s health and family-building needs. This session explores how organizations are evolving their strategies to better support employees across life stages—while navigating shifting expectations, improving access, and driving meaningful engagement.
Recharge and connect during our afternoon break session. This brief intermission provides the perfect opportunity to grab a cup of coffee, network with peers and prepare for the day’s engaging sessions.
Many organizations offer robust benefits—but low awareness and engagement often limit their impact. This session explores how employers are rethinking communication, personalization, and employee experience to ensure benefits are not just available, but actively used—driving better outcomes for both employees and the business.