Insurance

Like little hinges that swing big doors, Nelson Griswold suggests highlighting incremental differences that have a disproportionately positive impact.

Insurer seeking to exit a U.S. retail unit says the risk of large equity market swings would be one reason to favor a spinoff, rather than an initial public offering.

These professionals are developing custom solutions for clients across healthcare, retirement, technology and a broad range of benefits while growing business revenue.

Employers should work with vendors, attorneys to amend their product menu before regulations come into effect, says benefits consultant Zack Pace.

Short-sighted decision-making from the leadership team is frustrating, says columnist Wendy Keneipp. Here's how to overcome that.

Handling domestic healthcare, insurance can be complicated, but what if the job is on the other side of the globe?

By complying with ACA, employers are contributing to the advancement of civilization, says Aetna’s Michael Lacroix.

Through innovative partnerships with providers and carriers and by listening to clients with a nurse’s touch, our 2016 Employee Benefit Adviser of the Year, Gayle McCann, has grown North Risk Partners into a true Minnesota powerhouse.

As small business owners, independent advisers must be aware of these items, explains attorney Walid Tamari.

Combining voluntary with major medical offerings in today’s self-service technology environment allows brokers to improve participation.

Variables often center on accessing liquidity, maintaining control and preserving a legacy, but there are many more factors to consider, says consultant Bob Coen.

Some options are better at reducing the expense of such services than others, say Universal Health Advisors John Mickner and Tim Cummings.

Don’t be the next company to pay $700,000 for an ambulance ride.

With CFOs interested in the healthcare bottom line, brokers must build a long-term design that works for employers’ bottom lines, says adviser Suzy Johnson.

Avoid wasting time and money by evaluating potential candidates and selecting the best brokers from the start, says Randy Schwantz.

The Arrow Umbrella Program seeks to protect small advisory firms in the Golden State from market devaluation, commission loss and other threats.

Importing provider networks, increasing deductibles and cost sharing are just a few proposed ways to make private benefit exchanges more efficient.

For employers who implement the right solution to Affordable Care Act requirements, the benefits include reduced costs, improved accuracy and year-to-year repeatability.

Tracking key indicators, expanding beyond insurance are ways to overcome business obstacles, explains consultant Kevin Trokey.

August saw plenty of new hires and career moves throughout the benefits field.