
Bruce Shutan
Contributing writerBruce Shutan is an Employee Benefit News contributing writer based in Portland, Oregon.

Bruce Shutan is an Employee Benefit News contributing writer based in Portland, Oregon.
The plans bear closer resemblance to a DC model than their first-generation predecessor. But are they a realistic answer?
Proponents say the alternative approach to healthcare levels the playing field for mid-market employers.
High deductible health plans are vulnerable to out-of-pocket costs, according to a new report
Market-return plans bear closer resemblance to DC model than their first-generation predecessor. But are they a realistic answer?
Tailored communications recommended as focus becomes more strategic, with new investment options on the horizon.
Women are increasingly lagging behind men in acquiring the coverage, LIMRA study shows.
Proper use of data and benchmarking are necessary to retain and gain clients.
Increased financial wellness efforts, greater automation and recordkeeper consolidation should be on benefits professionals’ radar.
UBA report suggests ways to liven up employee participation and engagement.
Tailored communications recommended as focus becomes more strategic, with new investment options on the horizon.
Women are increasingly lagging behind men in acquiring the coverage, LIMRA study shows.
Company will now start charging for software that was given away for free.
Company will now start charging for software that was given away for free.
Fiduciary framework, increased financial wellness efforts and greater automation should be on benefits professionals’ radar.
Fiduciary framework, increased financial wellness efforts and greater automation should be on benefits professionals’ radar.
Industry leaders share how employers can maximize plan potential while steering clear of common pitfalls.
Coalition survey links data to plan design, medical spend predictions with nearly universal interest in accessing metrics.
High quality must trump lower prices for advisers looking to create a long-term cost-saving plan, says broker Andy Neary.
Proponents say the alternative approach to healthcare levels the playing field for mid-market employers.