Strategic Services Group (SSG)

This weeks Strategic Services Group (SSG) Insights features: - EEOC and DOJ Issue Guidance on DEI-related Discrimination; - 2025 RxDC Reporting Deadline; - 2025 Penalties for Health & Welfare Plans; and, - Registration for our upcoming Webinar ‘Section 125 Plans, Qualifying Events, and Special Enrollment Periods’. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

Guess who’s walking away from today’s OakMac SHRM #2025HRSummit with incredible insights to enhance our HR strategies?? We are! What a day – and what an event! ??This year's lineup of speakers were #AMAZING! A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the Strategic Services Group (SSG) booth and took the time to chat with Katie Taylor, Marcus Staten Sr., and Greg Sudderth. Special thanks to OakMac SHRM for having SSG participate as a sponsor??! We’re grateful for all the knowledge shared and are looking forward to the next opportunity to collaborate! #HRSummit #HRLeadership #ContinuousLearning #SSGMI #SSGInsights

On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice issued joint guidance on illegal and discriminatory diversity, equity and inclusion practices. The #EEOC also issued frequently asked questions regarding DEI-related discrimination. The guidance provides some clarity as to the agencies’ position on what may constitute illegal #DEI and offers steps employees may take to report violations. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

In January, the Department of Labor (DOL) published the inflation-adjusted penalties for #ERISA violations in 2025. This Strategic Services Group (SSG) Compliance Advisor summarizes the new penalty amounts and reminds employers of filing deadlines to avoid incurring penalties. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

This weeks Strategic Services Group (SSG) Insights features: - 4th Circuit Stays Injunction of Trump DEI Executive Orders; - Protecting Employees’ Medical Information in the Workplace; - Helping Employees Pay Off Student Loan Debt; and, - Registration for our upcoming Webinar ‘Section 125 Plans, Qualifying Events, and Special Enrollment Periods’. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #BetterTogether #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

Education is largely seen as a path to higher income and greater financial well-being, but for many employees, this path has resulted in mounting student loan debt. Education debt is prevalent among people who went to college, especially younger adults. Learn more in this #marketoutlook. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #BetterTogether #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

Join Strategic Services Group (SSG), Kutak Rock, and United Benefit Advisors? (UBA) for our upcoming ‘Section 125 Plans, Qualifying Events and Special Enrollment Periods' webinar to learn how?the IRS regulates employee benefit contribution levels and the timing and choice of enrollment elections. Join us: ??? Tues 04/08/2025 ?? 2 PM ET #SSGMI #ComplianceGuidance #HRSupport

This weeks Strategic Services Group (SSG) Services Group Insights features: - Live Well, Work Well; - Employee Leave Requests Rose in 2024, Mental Health Among Key Reasons; and, - Dietary Tips To Improve Your Immune System. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #BetterTogether #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

A KFF analysis found that 1 of every 4 dollars in the federal fiscal year 2024 was used to pay for health programs and services. This Strategic Services Group (SSG) Insight explains further. #EmployeeBenefits #GroupHealthInsurance #ComplianceGuidance #HrSupport #BetterTogether #SsgMi #StrategicServicesGroup #SsgInsights

Yesterday, the Strategic Services Group (SSG) team had an incredible day giving back to the community by volunteering at Avondale Middle School and supporting Blessings in a Backpack! It was more than just a team-building offsite – it was collaboration and a shared passion for making a positive impact to prevent weekend hunger and providing meals for kids in need. ?? From packing meals and snacks to sharing laughs, it was a reminder of the power of teamwork and giving back. ???? #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether #MakingADifference #Grateful #SSGMI