Founder and President
E Powered Benefits
David Contorno is a national trailblazer in the healthcare benefits industry, transforming how employers design and manage their health plans. As the Founder and President of E Powered Benefits, he has spent over two decades advocating for transparency, cost control, and innovative strategies that make healthcare more accessible and understandable for businesses and their employees. Forbes recognized David as one of "America's Most Innovative Benefits Leaders" for his tireless work to reform a system often bogged down by rising costs and lack of transparency.
At the helm of E Powered Benefits, David focuses on creating tailored, high-value health plans that put employers back in control of their healthcare spending. He works closely with companies to identify and eliminate waste, leveraging data-driven strategies to reduce costs while improving employee health outcomes. His approach allows organizations to achieve substantial savings and provide better healthcare solutions while prioritizing access to high quality healthcare.
David also leads the E Powered Benefits Co-Consulting Program, a unique initiative where he shares his knowledge with other industry professionals. Through this platform, he teaches benefits consultants how to replicate his successful model of building health plans that emphasize transparency and cost-effectiveness. By mentoring others in the industry, David is amplifying his impact and fostering a new generation of leaders committed to transforming the healthcare benefits landscape.
In addition to his consulting work, David created and teaches the Certified Health Value Advisor (CHVA) course, credentialed by industry data giant, The Validation Institute, where he educates professionals on the importance of patient advocacy and smarter healthcare decision-making. His contributions to the industry have earned him accolades from top organizations like the World Healthcare Congress and BenefitsPro, where he was named Broker of the Year.
A sought-after public speaker, David regularly presents at major industry conferences internationally to audiences in the several thousands.
Outside of his professional achievements, David is dedicated to philanthropy, particularly in supporting autism advocacy. In his personal time, he enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time at home with his family. He resides in Davidson, North Carolina, with his wife, Emma, and their children.
What happens when the people responsible for designing and advising on employee health plans find themselves on the other side—as patients navigating the very system they help build?
In this powerful closing keynote, top benefits advisors and an industry expert share their personal experiences facing musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions—some of the most debilitating and costly issues in today’s workforce. Despite their insider knowledge, they still encountered the same pain, delays, financial stress, and insurance obstacles as any plan member would.
Through these real-life stories, attendees will gain a firsthand look at the challenges of navigating MSK care and learn how these experiences reshaped their views on benefit design, pain management, and patient advocacy. From understanding the critical role of cash-pay options to uncovering flaws in access and coverage, this session offers practical takeaways for employers, brokers, and benefit leaders committed to closing the gap between plan design and patient experience.
Prepare to leave inspired, challenged—and more informed—about what it truly means to walk in your employees’ shoes.