Co-Founder and CEO
Thatch
Chris Ellis is the Co-founder and CEO of Thatch, a company redefining how modern businesses offer health benefits. With a deep passion for innovation in the healthcare and benefits space, Chris has been at the forefront of making Individual Coverage HRAs (ICHRA) more accessible, efficient, and scalable for employers and brokers alike.
Before founding Thatch, Chris held roles at some of the most disruptive Biotechnology companies, where he honed his expertise in research, go-to-market strategy, and scaling high-growth businesses. Under his leadership, Thatch has secured backing from top investors like a16z, Index Ventures, Google Ventures, and General Catalyst, further cementing its role as a leader in the evolving benefits landscape.
Chris is a sought-after thought leader on the future of health benefits, employer-sponsored coverage, and the intersection of technology and insurance. He is passionate about empowering employers/brokers with the tools and insights they need to navigate the changing landscape of healthcare and benefits administration.
Today’s workforce spans multiple generations, each with its own unique set of values, priorities, and expectations—especially when it comes to employee benefits. What appeals to a Gen Z employee might not resonate with a Baby Boomer, and vice versa. So how can employers meet the diverse needs of their teams without creating an overly complex benefits package?
This session explores how moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach and embracing personalized benefits can create a more inclusive, flexible, and effective strategy. Learn how tailored offerings can empower employees to choose the benefits that matter most to them—leading to higher satisfaction, better engagement, and a stronger overall culture.