Jackie Stewart is the executive editor of American Banker Magazine. Previously, she covered breaking news, community banks and mergers and acquisitions for American Banker before being named as the managing editor of the Credit Union Journal. After graduating from Northwestern University in 2006, Jackie taught for two years in the Bronx, N.Y., through Teach for America.
Companies have been more vocal about the importance of addressing mental health since the pandemic, but their work isn't done.
Employers will need to contend with a range of issues once the 2024 election is over next week, including potential changes to regulations and tension within the workplace.
Companies can provide better financial literacy to help older couples, who are separating, make smart decisions with their money.
Whoever wins the White House and controls Congress is likely to affect important issues tied to compensation and healthcare.
Employers need to think through how they can help their workers on a daily basis in addition to during certain times of strain.
The right offerings can support workers through good and bad times and at different stages of their lives.
Employers can do everything from providing little moments of stress relief to stepping up during moments of significant stress to show their staff members they are valued.
As companies reconsider their remote work policies, establishing an engaging culture is still paramount.
The winners of EBN's Excellence in Benefits awards and the Best HR Teams share their challenges, successes, advice and more.
Employee Benefit News is recognizing 39 companies for their outstanding work in HR with this inaugural list.
This generation has been deeply affected by COVID-19 and that shows up in their career aspirations and professional development.
Technology has already revolutionized the employee benefits sector, and there is more innovation to come.
Experts predict how innovations will make employer-provided benefits more personalized, easier to use and lead to better outcomes.
Companies can support employees in coping with daily challenges by offering strong wellness benefits and being flexible when it comes to child care.
Companies have a role to play in addressing environmental issues, which are taking a toll on their employees' well-being.
Feeling connected to colleagues and excellent benefits can contribute to staff members being happy at their jobs.
Attracting talent and keeping current workers happy are imperatives for all employers.
The 50 companies that made American Banker’s annual list are being recognized for establishing strong workplace cultures, offering robust benefits packages and giving employees the room to do their jobs well.
Optimism that the #MeToo movement will have a positive influence is high among bankers who participated in a recent survey on sexual harassment. But there is also concern that it could lead to gender discrimination in hiring and mentoring.
Scratch beneath the surface, and there is a lingering feeling among many in the banking, payments and mortgage sectors that not only is harassment present, but it may actually be inevitable. Experts say institutions need to combat that mindset — or else.