A view of 2020: EBN’s top 10 opinion pieces

COVID-19 has created an incredibly challenging and complex environment for businesses and American workers, with unemployment claims skyrocketing and 11% of CEOs saying they fear their companies won’t survive the pandemic, according to a YPO survey.

As with all disruption, however, we now have the opportunity to adjust our structures, mindsets and ways of working to emerge from the crisis stronger than ever before. At a time when it has never been more important for employers to keep a close eye on the health of their employees and support them in every way possible, there will be plenty of challenges regarding healthcare benefits in the year ahead, including a rise in COBRA eligibility. But there are a few positives for our industry to consider, too.