Marcia S. Wagner is the Founder and Managing Partner of The Wagner Law Group, one of the nation’s largest and most highly-regarded boutique law firms, specializing in ERISA, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation law, now celebrating its 30^th Anniversary.  She has been practicing employee benefits law for approximately 40 years and is a nationally-recognized authority on employee benefits matters, including qualified and non-qualified plans, fiduciary issues, deferred compensation, and welfare benefit arrangements.  Ms. Wagner has written hundreds of articles and 24 books, is a highly sought after lecturer, and routinely serves as an expert witness in ERISA litigation matters.  Ms. Wagner received her J.D. from Harvard Law School and her B.A. summa cum laude from Cornell University.  She also currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American Benefits Council as well as on the Board of Governors of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel.

Pam Krueger is an investor advocate, award-winning personal finance journalist, and a leading voice on fiduciary advice, retirement planning, and financial wellness. She is the founder and CEO of Wealthramp, which connects consumers and employees with carefully vetted fee-only financial advisors. She is also the creator and co-host of the investor education TV series MoneyTrack, which aired on 250+ PBS stations for 14 years, and the Friends Talk Money podcast. In addition, Pam produced one of the first workplace 401(k) education video series, which dozens of Fortune 500 companies licensed to help employees better understand their retirement benefits and make more informed decisions. Pam is a two-time Gracie Award recipient, a NAPFA Special Achievement Award honoree, and a frequent contributor to outlets including Kiplinger, Marketwatch, and AARP. She also served on DCIIA’s Retirement Income Committee and the California Jump$tart Coalition. 

Empower Healthcare Insights specializes in the execution of alternate healthcare plans. We partner with your HR team to prepare for plan changes, guide rollout, and turn plan data into action. Get hands-on support for change management, employee communication, and ongoing coaching. We help you build the strategy and deliver it.

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.