Benefits Buzz

This episode dives into the “why” behind Medicare member decisions—what drives enrollment, retention, and satisfaction beyond just premium cost. Rod Kersch joins to share exclusive WEX findings, which capture deep, real-world insights from conversations with Medicare members across the country.

We partnered with HR Dive where our very own Jason Cook, vice president and HSA practice lead, discussed how to help you craft a powerful benefits package for open enrollment. He explored new research we did with VISA that reveals consumer perceptions of health savings accounts (HSAs) to provide you with actionable strategies for driving adoption and engagement. Whether you’re looking to enhance your benefits offering, combat rising healthcare costs, or provide employees with peace of mind in their financial futures, this session will offer a new perspective on how to position HSAs as a powerful component of your total rewards strategy.

Selecting the right technology platform is critical to optimizing your company’s HR operations, employee experience, and overall business success. But with a vast array of options—ranging from Human Capital Management (HCM) systems to dedicated benefits administration platforms—how do you determine which solution is best for your organization?

Join us for an insightful discussion where industry experts will break down the key factors HR leaders should consider when evaluating benefits technology.

Part 2 of our webinar is coming soon!

Welcome to today's episode, where we dive into the election year's impact on employee benefits. As political campaigns ramp up, proposed policy changes can directly affect everything from healthcare coverage to retirement plans. What does this mean for employers and HR professionals? How can you prepare for potential shifts in regulations and employee expectations? Chris Byrd, senior vice president, health executive and, more broadly, head of Government Affairs at WEX, joins us as we break down the key issues, explore past election trends, and discuss what might be coming next for employee benefits.

In this episode, we explore the world of benefits selection, offering practical advice for those choosing their employee benefits for the first time. Adam Dellaneva, customer service business partner here at WEX, joins us to share his tips on how to make informed decisions that align with your needs and future goals.

In this episode, we’ll discuss tips for switching benefit administration providers. From evaluating new vendors to ensuring a smooth transition for employees, Lisa Bauer, director of implementation here at WEX, joins us as we cover practical tips and expert insights to make the changeover as seamless as possible.

In this episode, we explore how employers and HR professionals can craft effective employee benefits enrollment experience goals for open enrollment. Shannon Hernandez, Manager of Client Services at WEX, joins us as we discuss practical steps for identifying employee needs, enhancing the enrollment process, and ensuring clear communication.

In this episode, we'll explore valuable tips and strategies for employers considering offering voluntary benefits to their employees. Hugh McDaniel, Manager of Channel Partnerships here at WEX, joins us to share his tips on how to craft an effective voluntary benefits plan for your company, ensuring your employees make the most of these valuable benefits.

As the workforce becomes increasingly diverse, the one-size-fits-all approach to benefits is becoming obsolete. Matt Dallahan, Vice President, Product Management, Benefits here at WEX, joins us as we explore how to leverage data and technology to personalize benefits packages to meet the unique needs of your employees.

In this episode, we'll explore valuable tips and strategies for employers considering offering a flexible spending account (FSA) to their employees. Zac Johnson, regional sales director here at WEX, joins us to share his tips on how to craft an effective FSA plan for your company, ensuring your employees make the most of this valuable benefit.

Welcome to this episode where we dive into how to nurture employee engagement throughout their entire career journey, from onboarding to retirement, especially when it comes to optimizing employee benefits to create long-term loyalty and satisfaction in the workplace. Melanie Tinto, chief human resources officer here at WEX, joins us to share actionable strategies and insights to ensure your employees feel valued and motivated every step of the way.

When we conducted a survey among our participants and asked them what benefit they’d like to learn more about, pet insurance received the third-most responses. Recognizing the importance of pets in employees' lives, companies that implement pet-friendly policies and benefits foster a stronger bond between their staff and the organization. Additionally, pet-friendly initiatives can attract and retain talented individuals who appreciate the flexibility and understanding shown by their employer. Bridgit Moszer, Regional Sales Director, Direct Sales, at WEX and Jessica Shawn, Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner, at WEX join us to talk about the importance of pet-friendly policies and benefits in the workplace.

Employee surveys are an essential tool for organizations to gauge employee engagement and gain valuable insights into their workforce. By gathering feedback from employees through surveys, companies can assess various aspects of the work environment, including job satisfaction, work-life balance, and employee benefits experience. Melanie Tinto, chief human resources officer here at WEX, joins us to talk about how you can level up from basic engagement surveys to a comprehensive employee listening program.

HR plays a crucial role in onboarding remote and hybrid employees, ensuring a smooth and successful integration into the organization. HR teams need to design and implement a tailored onboarding process that addresses the unique challenges and needs of remote and hybrid work environments. Hannah Jabar, talent acquisition program manager at WEX and Justine Thompson, talent acquisition manager at WEX join us to share their tips on onboarding remote/hybrid employees.

What is an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and why is it so important for your company? Sherry Olson, vice president of global employee experience at WEX, joins us to discuss her experience with launching a new EVP at WEX, her tips and tricks she learned along the way, and the importance of an EVP when it comes to recruiting and retaining valuable employees.

HSAs offer an excellent opportunity for participants to save money on healthcare expenses and for employers to support their employees’ wellness needs in a cost-efficient way. But it’s important to remember that there are HSA rules and regulations you and your employees need to follow in order to stay compliant. Join us as we talk with Jason Cook, Vice President of Healthcare Emerging Markets at WEX, about HSA rules for employees, designing an HSA program, and how to keep HSAs exempt from ERISA.

Now that a new benefits plan year is underway, it's time to shift participants from how to "choose" their benefits to how they "use" their benefits to ensure a positive experience. We’re opening Season 6 of our Benefits Buzz podcast with a webinar recording hosted by our new Benefits Buzz host Nathan Coverstone. Our guests share tips and best practices to help you best support your employees in the new plan year.

Benefits decision-making can be a daunting task for employees during open enrollment season. And our current inflation rates make these decisions even more important. What can HR leaders and employers do to ease some of this stress and make open enrollment a positive experience for employees? How can you prepare and educate your employees about the benefits you’re offering? We talk with Liz Hill, account executive at WEX, on ways you can improve your employee benefits experience this open enrollment season.

A pandemic. The Great Resignation. Flexible work arrangements. Employee wellness. The last two-plus years have increased the demand for talent acquisition and transformed what employees are looking for from their employers. What has changed? And how should you be changing your approach to hiring in today’s environment? We sit down with our global head of talent acquisition to discuss these issues and so much more.

Last week, we shared the story of one family that leaned on their health savings account (HSA) when surprising expenses came up. Today, as part of our open enrollment series, we asked another WEXer to join us to talk about how he takes an investment-heavy approach with his HSA funds. You’ll be amazed by the results he’s experienced by investing his HSA funds over the long haul.

What are the trending topics our partners and their audiences care about in the world of employee benefits? Chris Byrd and our panelists share their insight and perspective on a wide range of trends surrounding employee wellness, market trends, and more! This episode was recorded live from WEX SPARK 2022 in Hollywood, Fla.

The time is now to celebrate your employees. With so much change in how we work, where we work, and who we work for, developing an employee recognition program is vital to supporting and retaining employees. And when it comes from the top of the organization, even better! WEX Chair and CEO Melissa Smith is here to tell you about the impact reimagining employee recognition can have on your business or organization.

With employees leaving their jobs in record numbers, HR professionals are looking for ways to stay informed on their employees’ needs so they can better support them. One way they’re learning more is through people analytics. With this data, HR leaders can make informed decisions that lead to higher employer retention rates, reduced bias in the workplace, and improved employee wellbeing. Our own Melanie Tinto talks through her experience with people analytics, including the capabilities, learnings, and other considerations.