Category: In The News
Beyond the Waiting Room: How Overwhelming Healthcare Can Affect Your Employees
Overwhelming Healthcare Can Affect Your Employees. Having access to high-quality healthcare is essential. But what happens if that healthcare becomes overwhelming, confusing or even intimidating? When employees begin to feel pressured by providers or don’t understand the costs involved with treatment, they can become frustrated, develop a lack of trust in the system, and wonder […]
Self-Funding with Major Carriers Could Be Costing More Than You Think
For some organizations, self-funding with major insurance carriers can seem like the perfect opportunity to reduce healthcare costs and maintain access to a wide network of providers. While this can be true, it’s important to understand the potential challenges of this choice.Large insurance carriers may seem like a straightforward choice for self-funding, but they aren’t […]
Understanding Employee Benefits Liability
Managing employee benefits in the insurance industry presents both opportunities and challenges for business owners. When benefits administration goes wrong, your company may face unexpected legal and financial consequences. Implementing innovative employee benefits ideas alongside liability insurance provides protection from these risks, offering peace of mind as you administer your benefits programs. What Is Employee […]
Creative Employee Benefits Ideas to Attract and Retain Top Talent
In a candidate-driven market, organizations must think beyond traditional compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. As the workforce evolves, employees increasingly value comprehensive benefits that support their overall well-being and lifestyle. Companies that implement innovative employee benefits strategies often see improved employee satisfaction, increased productivity, and reduced turnover rates. Understanding and implementing the […]
Diana Miller Named 2025 Advisor of the Year Finalist by BenefitsPro
🔗 Learn more about Diana’s Accomplishments🔗 Request a Benefits Consultation with Diana🔗 Explore Conner Insurance’s employee benefits solutions🔗 Read the BenefitsPro ArticleDiana Miller’s life has been shaped by courage, compassion, and an unwavering sense of justice. Her path—from growing up in Colombia to building a successful career in finance and healthcare advocacy in the U.S.—is […]
Don’t Miss the Warning Signs: The Cost of Inaction
Don’t miss the warning signs: the cost of inaction in benefits. Imagine your employee benefits program as the foundation of a well-built structure. When well maintained and monitored, the structure stands strong, but when small cracks are noticed and not repaired, they can widen, causing catastrophic damage. As an employer, neglecting important details about your […]
The End of GLP-1 Shortages–What Employers Need to Know
The end of GLP-1 Shortages-What Employers Need to Know. The FDA recently declared that the shortage of GLP-1 medications is over—for now. This shift could mean that access to compounded, less expensive weight loss medications will become limited, if not inaccessible. This change could push patients back to the doctor for prescriptions for higher-priced medications, […]
An Overview of Company Employee Benefits
A comprehensive employee benefits package is more than just compensation — it’s a strategic tool for attracting and retaining top talent while fostering a productive, engaged workforce. As employers navigate the complexities of benefits administration, understanding the various components and their impact on the organization and its employees is critical for long-term success. At Conner […]
Beyond the Basics: Benchmarking Employee Benefits for Market Leaders
Standard employee benefits is no longer enough to attract and retain top talent. For forward-thinking employers, benchmarking company employee benefits has evolved beyond comparison—it’s now a tool that reveals opportunities for differentiation. When approached with intention, benchmarking provides the insights necessary to transform your benefits package from adequate to exceptional. At Conner Insurance, we believe […]
Employee Benefits Definition: A Complete Guide to Understanding the Options
A strong employee benefits package helps organizations build and maintain successful teams. As an employer, understanding the complexities of benefits administration—from coverage requirements to cost management—directly impacts your ability to support and retain valuable employees. Many business owners and HR professionals face challenging decisions about which benefits to offer and how to structure their programs […]