Workplace Benefits Renaissance

Brokerages are struggling to retain workers and it may be time to take a hard look at hiring practices.

BHC Insurance’s James McMillan, one of this year's Rising Stars, embraces technology to explain benefits but says “the best form of explanation is always direct one on one contact.”

American Fidelity’s Michael Hart, one of this year’s Rising Stars, looks to provide service to take care of customers “when they had the worst day of their life.”

These young standout advisers see a changing workforce sparking new benefits for gig workers, student loan debt relief and better engagement tactics from employers. Ranging in age from 26 to 35, they represent the next generation ready to make their mark on an evolving industry.

Ed Ligondé discusses the direction he sees advisers going as they move away from the broker role toward a more consultative role with clients.

“I’m always looking at cutting down pharmacy costs,” says Rising Star Jessica McCool. “It’s becoming a bigger piece of the pie for benefit plans.”

Meredith Colbert, one of EBA’s 2019 Rising Stars in Advising, uses her own experience to bolster young advisers at her firm.

A new class of advisers brings fresh perspectives on healthcare savings and benefits.

How Megan Runci, a senior consultant at Hodges-Mace, found a way to reinvigorate her work.

Rising Star Ben Conner says family values build the foundation of how he approaches doing business with clients.

Arrow Benefits Group creates BenefitsTV for YouTube and Instagram as conduit for quick and easy messaging.

Ed Ligondé, one of our 20 Rising Stars of 2019, used his own medical condition as inspiration to learn about healthcare — and improve employee benefits education along the way.

These young standout advisers see a changing workforce sparking new benefits for gig workers, student loan debt relief and better engagement tactics from employers. Ranging in age from 26 to 35, they represent the next generation ready to make their mark on an evolving industry.

Rising Star Ben Conner says family values build the foundation of how he approaches doing business with clients.

These young advisers represent a new generation of leaders from around the country who are approaching benefit offerings with fresh perspectives.

A pair of experts weighs in on what will be on the radar of benefit managers this year.

A pair of experts weighs in on what will be on the radar of benefit advisers and consultants this year.

The due dates for filing with the IRS remain unchanged for now, but advisers and clients must monitor developments that may repeal or modify rules.

Speakers shared how they revitalized agencies and analyzed groundbreaking trends to provide advisers plenty of takeaways at 2017’s Workplace Benefits events.

The 2017 Rising Stars in Advising are starting their own firms, experiencing monumental growth and embracing change at every turn.