New England Employee Benefits Council (NEEBC)

Thank you to all the participants and speakers who made this year’s Washington Update so successful and insightful! Our guest got to hear about a variety of timely topics including: ??? “What the 2024 Election means for Plan Sponsors?” from Scott Behrens ?? MHPAEA rules from Matthew Meidell and Alden Bianchi ?? Treasury Department Updates from Matt Litton and Karen Coomber ?? Health and Human Services spotlight on Cybersecurity from Susan Rhodes Many thanks to our event sponsors and co-chairs: Alden Bianchi and Kenneth Ralff.

?? Today’s the day! Checking in from Mintz in downtown Boston for NEEBC’s Washington Update as we prepare to dive into the latest laws and regulations shaping employee benefit plans. The program is stacked with four Washington D.C. insiders covering topics like Mental Health Parity rules and cybersecurity challenges. Stay tuned for valuable insights! #NEEBC #EmployeeBenefits #WashingtonUpdate

Is your organization in compliance with federal and new state pay equity laws? Pay equity has been regulated by the federal government for decades.?States–especially in New England–recently have passed new laws promoting pay equity and transparency.?Yet the wage gap persists for historically underpaid groups. Continuously assessing pay practices and embracing transparency enables organizations to: ?Ensure compliance while also promoting a more equitable workplace. ?Foster a culture of fairness, transparency, and trust. ?Develop a more engaged and productive workforce. Check out new #blog for compliance tips and actionable strategies to ensure fairness and transparency in your workplace. ??? Link to blog in comment below ?? Via isolved #PayEquity #WageEquity #WageGap

It's your last chance to register for Washington Update! ? Join NEEBC’s Washington Update program on Thursday, November 21 at Mintz to learn about the latest laws, regulations, and trends affecting employee benefit plans in 2024. Highlights include insights on the Presidential election's impact on group health plans and pharmacy benefits from Scott Beherns at Lockton, and presentations from key government representatives on crucial topics like #MHPAEA rules and #Cybersecurity issues. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and ahead of the curve. Many thanks to our program co-chairs Alden Bianchi and Kenneth Ralff! ? Register: $225 for Members | $295 for Non-members? Find the registration link in the comments below. #NEEBC #WashingtonUpdate #PresidentialElection #EmployeeBenefits

???SAVE THE DATE!??? Join us on?January 23, 2025, for NEEBC’s?Innovations in Employee Benefits: Changing the Game! This is your chance to connect with HR and employer peers for a dynamic day filled with cutting-edge discussions led by industry innovators. As we step into 2025, attendees will gain invaluable insights on: ? Next generation leaves of absence solutions ? Alternatives to traditional group health plans ? The future of GLP-1 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. Stay tuned for more details on how you can be part of this transformative conversation. #EmployeeBenefits #Innovation #NEEBC #GLP1 #LeaveOfAbsense

Washington Update is one week away! Don't miss out on this timely conversation with four Washington D.C. Insiders as we highlight the newest laws, regulations, policy initiatives and other trends affecting employee benefit plans.? Register today. Find the link in the comments below. #NEEBC #WashingtonUpdate #MHPAEA #ACAAffordability #Cybersecurity #BenefitsCommunity

Today’s Benefits Community Forum started with a general question about 2025/2026 and was followed by more specific polling questions. The responses inspired great conversations, idea sharing, and even more questions. To get in on the conversation and see the live poll results, save the date and attend NEEBC’s next Community Forum: January 10, 2025. #EmployeeBenefits #Community #Networking

Each year NEEBC’s Washington Update program explores the latest laws, regulations, and trends impacting employee benefit plans. Together, we’ll navigate topics from MHPAEA to cybersecurity. ???A Big Thank You to our generous event sponsors!??? Alera Group, Inc. LukeJackson Benefit and HR Solutions ADP Lockton McDermott Will & Emery Sword Health Teladoc Health #NEEBC #MHPAEA #Cybersecurity #Benefits #TotalRewards

Cost can be a top barrier to health care access for many employees. When they forgo necessary care due to cost, it can worsen health outcomes, exacerbate chronic conditions, and may drive up overall medical costs. ??How are you helping to lower the total cost of care to make it more accessible for your employees? New #NEEBC #blog offers 6?? actionable tips to help your employees access the care they need. Via UnitedHealthcare #EmployeeBenefits #HealthcareAccess #EmployeeWellbeing

Who will discuss the impacts of the election at Washington Update? Our next Washington Insider - Scott Behrens. Scott is the Vice President, Director of Government Relations at Lockton, and he will kick off the program focusing on Presidential election outcomes +?the industry's landscape on Thursday, Nov. 21. ? 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. ?? Mintz, One Financial Ctr, Boston Register to participate in conversations on #MHPAEA, #Cybersecurity, and more at Washington Update. #NEEBC #WashingtonUpdate #ElectionImpacts