How benefits can help workers following a tragedy
Experts provide guidance on how benefits can help the workforce cope in the aftermath of a catastrophe.
Voluntary benefits
A shorter workweek can boost employee productivity
Andrew Barnes, founder of Perpetual Guardian, says a four-day workweek had positive results for his business and his staff.
Why employers should consider adding volunteer time off benefits
About 75% of millennials expect their employer to participate in social good.
Fractional share plan options can help employee retention and participation
These programs can be great retention tools that help employees add to their retirement savings.
Intel expands paid leave benefits for 2020
Employees on parental leave will have an option to ease back into work through a part-time schedule.
How one organization wants to change child care benefits
Vivvi offers employees a way to better integrate their work and personal responsibilities.
Nonprofit launches student debt benefits program for employees
About 65% of the staff at Northern Rivers Family Service are burdened with education loans.
Aquent wants to bring better benefits to the freelance workforce
Contingent employees are going without essential employee benefits like health insurance and 401(k) plans.
Baby’s health scare leads new mom to start lactation testing benefit
Dr. Stephanie Canale was stumped when her baby girl stopped putting on weight despite drinking “volumes” of breast milk.
E-Trade boosts employer wellness offerings with acquisition of Gradifi
“Tackling student debt is vital today if we hope to set employees up for long-term financial success,” says Scott Whatley, president of E-Trade.
Businessolver launches tool for more streamlined benefits experience
Allstate Benefits, Cigna and Pets Best are among the employers that are participating in the program.
MetLife enters pet insurance market with latest acquisition
The deal allows the company to capitalize on a benefit that is growing in popularity.
Helpr offers employees new in-app feature for backup child care
The tech allows employees a more streamlined way to schedule and pay for sitters.
6 steps to enhance your recruiting strategy
PwC uncovered two recruiting behaviors that potential employees find most frustrating.
Key to employee retention: build your own benefit plans
A benefit adviser says one-size-fits-all packages won’t attract and retain talent when so many generations are in the workforce.
How employers are contributing to Giving Tuesday
Encouraging charitable giving and volunteer work on Giving Tuesday boosts employee well-being.
Life-saving benefit brings mammograms to the office
A radiology group developed a portable clinic to bring mammogram screenings directly to employees.
Securian Financial acquires benefits tech provider
The company has purchased a Houston-based software company that provides benefits administration.
Best practices for understanding healthcare costs and wellness benefits
Caregiving benefits are becoming top of mind for employers as more employees carry this burden.
MetLife adds HSA, FSA and commuter account options
The insurance company will provide tax advantaged savings accounts to their customers in 2021.
