2021 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS MARKET TREND REPORT PUBLISHED

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The employee benefits industry remains a fast-paced, ever-evolving market. While the rapid speed can make it exciting, it also creates challenges for benefit decision-makers. Rising costs, new legislation, retaining talent and sustaining employee…

Financial Wellness Program Shows Measurable Impact

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For several years, financial wellness has been a prominent topic and shows no sign of lessening in the future, as the COVID-19 pandemic has further intensified financial stress for many Americans. Employees continue to be challenged with managing…

Employee Benefits Market Check Survey: Voluntary Benefits for 2022

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Employers have offered voluntary benefits (also known as worksite benefits, supplemental benefits, or employee-paid insurance) for many years and they continue to increase in importance and demand. These products allow employees to conveniently…

Celebrate the Holidays — Carefully

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‘Tis the season — for holiday parties! With the holiday season upon us, everyone should be aware that the host has specific responsibilities to keep everyone safe when alcohol is served. “Social host liability” laws refer to party hosts…

Employee Benefits Market Check Survey: Wellness Programs

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Employee wellness programs continue to increase in popularity and are becoming a standard part of employee benefits packages. While most employers will acknowledge that they hope these programs will reduce their medical claims, they are also…

Assurex Global Welcomes Two New Board Members

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COLUMBUS, OHIO – Robert Harrison of The Daniel and Henry Co. and Paul Sapiro of Griffiths & Armour were elected to the Board of Directors for Assurex Global during the 2021 Global…

Assurex Global Partners IMA Financial Group and Parker, Smith & Feek Join Forces

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IMA Financial Group has acquired Parker, Smith & Feek effective November 1, 2021. The new partnership will expand IMA, one of the fastest-growing independent brokerage firms in the country, to 1,700 associates with reach now in the Pacific…

Employee Benefits Market Check Survey: 2022 Annual Enrollment Methods

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Annual enrollment season is once again approaching for many employers and employees. This time of year can cause stress and anxiety for both Human Resources staff and the general workforce. Annual enrollment is a critical part of a company’s…

High Limit Personal Liability Coverage: More For Less

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Financially successful individuals and families with significant insurable assets should secure personal excess liability. This coverage provides an additional layer of asset protection for damages you or a covered family member may be responsible…