What’s on HR’s mind? Check out the top benefits stories from this week

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise

Published January 8, 2021 10:22 AM EST 1 Min Read

Employers are eagerly adopting new benefits to continue supporting their employees into the new year. Providing virtual support will be a big trend in 2021, as employers offer programs for caregivers and employees struggling with addiction. Our annual Rising Star Awards has a new look this year to include candidates from the HR benefits space. If you know a Rising Star, the application deadline is January 25.

See more of our top stories below:

Employee Benefit News and Employee Benefit Adviser have revamped our annual Rising Star Awards to include the best young talent in the human resources space and best young benefits advisers addressing the challenges of a new era of work.

If you would like to nominate a Rising Star please fill out this online form by Monday, Jan. 25, 2021.

Alyssa Place

Editor-in-chief

Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio

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