Meet 2025’s Excellence in Benefits Award winners

Delivering high-value care while managing costs: “Dawn’s approach to specialty care benefits is only one example of her willingness to go beyond traditional benefits design and work with innovative partners to deliver better quality, more affordable care. Through her leadership, Dawn has demonstrated that employers can provide excellent care while managing costs effectively, setting an impressive standard for other benefits leaders.” 

Digging into data to get better results: “Alex exemplifies true excellence in benefits leadership through his evidence-based approach that goes far beyond traditional HR practices. Rather than following industry trends or implementing policies without validation, he leverages comprehensive data analysis to create meaningful, measurable change that addresses real employee needs.”