Follow Us
© 2026 Arizent. All rights reserved.
Over his 25-year career as a human resources executive, Matthew Owenby, chief administrative officer at Aflac, has come to view benefits not as “standalone functions,” but “levers for driving long-term value, aligning workforce strategy, operations and governance.”
This outlook helps drive major improvement, such as “redesigning retirement and compensation programs that generated more than $500 million in savings while strengthening plan sustainability and participant outcomes,” Owenby said.
Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio
For reprint and licensing requests for this article, click here.
Synchrony’s SVP of total rewards outlines the learning and skill-building benefits that improve employee satisfaction and retention.
The most effective strategies for open enrollment are expected to balance automation with access to trusted experts who guide employees on complex decisions.
As healthcare expenses approach double-digit increases, employers are looking for savings in waste, care delivery, and plan administration before cutting benefits.
Bright Horizons’ 2026 Education Index reveals the opportunity to create a needed bridge between skill building and career advancement.
The founder and CEO of Empower Healthcare Insights explains how moving beyond traditional healthcare options opens doors to a better experience for employers and employees.
