Voluntary benefits

These industry experts are making significant contributions to employee health and retirement plans.

Submissions are due July 28 for Employee Benefit Adviser’s annual awards recognizing excellence and leadership in the field.

The popularity of supplemental coverage — including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance — continues to rise as employers assist workers in combating high medical prices.

The program, which is in collaboration with vendor Best Upon Request, helps expecting and new mothers balance home and work life.

Employers should prioritize employee communications, perform face-to-face re-enrollments each year and measure results.

The popularity of supplemental coverage — including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance — continues to rise as employers assist workers in combating high medical prices.

The credit card giant said a meeting with Facebook inspired the move to give employees up to four weeks of paid time off to grieve the loss of a family member.

Why one company takes giving so seriously, and how it engages its employees through philanthropic benefits to give and volunteer year-round.

While paying for top talent is important, studies consistently show that money isn’t the only thing that makes people happy at work. The Financial Post compiled a list of 17 companies that offer some pretty amazing benefits and perks.

Employers can expect to see more technology, a bigger focus on employee benefits and an enhanced job candidate experience in the next few years.

Experts warn there may be copycat lawsuits, but say they don’t anticipate any widespread changes that will affect private sector employers.

Employee Benefit News will recognize professionals who have demonstrated excellence in the employee benefits/human resources field.

The work arrangement, which is growing in popularity, can decrease real estate costs as well as employee absenteeism and turnover.

Through a partnership with Cengage, the fast food giant is helping employees earn a high school diploma.

Long-term care insurance is a blind spot for many employers, but neglecting it leaves employees open to huge financial risk, says adviser William Upson.

The perk, which is growing in popularity, can decrease real estate costs as well as employee absenteeism and turnover.

Long-term care insurance is a blind spot for most consultants, but neglecting it leaves employees open to huge financial risk, says adviser William Upson.

Proposed legislation in New Jersey will be financially and administratively taxing to large employers, especially those that operate in every state, says ERISA Industry Committee.

One executive from the outdoor retailer explains how its popular perk works, while urging other employers to extend family benefits.

As the talent war heats up, workers are demanding perks that help improve their quality of life. And organizations are finally taking note.