Deanna Cuadra is a senior reporter at Employee Benefit News. Her work covers healthcare, U.S. policy and reform, challenges faced by women and parents in the workplace and innovation in work culture and leadership. Deanna previously worked as an editorial assistant at HealthDay, and was the co-founder and editor-in-chief of MidWave Magazine, a multimedia platform where college students were able to share their takes on pop culture and politics at the onset of the pandemic. When Deanna isn't knee-deep in healthcare policy, she directs and produces short films and documentaries that center marginalized communities. Deanna graduated with a bachelor's degree in film and media studies and East Asian studies from Columbia University.
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AI startup, Gloat, has dropped its career agility suite, empowering employees to evolve within their companies.
September 22 -
In an era of increasing marijuana legalization and healthcare challenges, it may be time for a refresh on proper drug testing protocol.
September 21 -
David Contorno, founder and CEO of E Powered Benefits, explains why he believes the current healthcare system was never meant to benefit the consumer.
September 20 -
When making your benefits decisions, it’s important to know the good, bad and ugly aspects of your potential healthcare plan.
September 17 -
Carrie Cherveny, senior vice president of strategic client solutions and compliance at HUB International, weighs in on the challenges ahead for employers and vaccine mandates.
September 15 -
Duncan McNiff, a senior consultant at Portfolio Evaluations, is helping employers prepare their employees for the future.
September 13 -
Karsten Vagner, senior vice president of people at Maven Clinic, is creating an engaged and mindful company community.
September 13 -
Mari Kemp, senior vice president of Human Resources at Ease, recognizes her employees as people, not numbers.
September 13 -
Cory Friedman, managing director of the veterinary division at insurance firm Alera Group, is determined to support veterinarians
September 13 -
Peter Hames, co-founder and CEO of Big Health, provided telehealth care for those most in need during COVID.
September 13 -
For international business Gerdau, changing company culture is a journey, not a project.
September 10 -
The tech startup, Sora, automates the administrative work that can keep HR leaders from properly supporting employees.
September 10 -
First Choice Health, a provider-owned healthcare organization, is partnering with local hospitals to bring community-based healthcare plans to employers.
September 8 -
TikTok has become a platform for employees to share their uncensored experiences as part of the minimum wage workforce.
September 8 -
Health management platform CLEARED4 is helping organizations make a reopening plan that will keep workers safe.
September 1 -
Should employers increasingly consider cutting out the middle man in the prescription drug procurement pipeline?
August 31 -
With U.S. medical debt soaring, employee benefits companies are seeking solutions for employers and employees alike.
August 31 -
How can employers ensure they are offering quality mental healthcare? A therapist weighs in.
August 26 -
Can cognitive behavioral therapy wrapped in an app be the solution to gaps in mental health care benefits?
August 25 -
Sonia Millsom, chief commercial officer at family-health startup Maven, shares insight on the growth of the market and the future of supportive workplaces.
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