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Springing Forward at Work

Kathy Bergstrom, CEBS

10 Mar 202226 Apr 2022

Regardless of their views on the necessity of daylight saving time—which starts Sunday for many in the United States and Canada—employers should pay attention to how springing forward (and falling back) affects their workers, experts say. Setting the clock an hour ahead […]

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Benefits Madness: Week 2

Anne Patterson

09 Mar 202209 Mar 2022

The Benefits Madness continues this week! Which of your favorite innovative employee benefit offerings are staying in the big dance? Continue voting and follow along to see which “teams” progress over the next few weeks. Benefits are in the spotlight now more […]

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Coverage for COVID-19 Testing after FAQs 51 and 52 Released

Anne Newhouse, CEBS

08 Mar 202226 Apr 2022

Early in 2022, the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor, and Treasury (the Departments) issued two sets of guidance in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQ) 51 (released January 10, 2022) and 52 (released February 4, 2022) explaining how […]

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Benefits Madness: Week 1

Anne Patterson

03 Mar 202203 Mar 2022

Whoomp here it is! The first postseason games of college basketball season will soon be underway and the International Foundation is taking its own spin on March Madness this year. Welcome to Benefits Madness, where you can vote on your favorite innovative […]

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The Next Level—Supporting Women’s Retirement Security

Cara McMullin

01 Mar 202226 Apr 2022

March is Women’s History Month in the U.S.! This month is dedicated to reflecting on the often-overlooked contributions of women to history in countless fields. The 2022 Women’s History Month theme is “Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope.” This theme is “both a tribute […]

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New Talking Benefits Episode: Apprenticeship 101

Anne Patterson

24 Feb 202224 Feb 2022

Registered apprenticeships have played an essential role in the development of a highly trained workforce. These structured training programs combine on-the-job training with extensive technical instruction in a highly skilled occupation and are always evolving. In this Talking Benefits podcast episode, we […]

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International Foundation Survey Research Studies: Benchmarking Stats You Can Use

Justin Held, CEBS

22 Feb 202222 Feb 2022

Those working in the employee benefits industry are facing a landscape that changes daily. The International Foundation’s research team takes trending topics, from paid leave to financial education and mental health, and provides in-depth coverage of employer responses through survey reports. The […]

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Black History Month—Time to Review DEI Plans

Cara McMullin

17 Feb 202217 Feb 2022

February is Black History Month in Canada and the U.S.! It’s a time to honor the legacy and contributions people of African descent have made to the history, society and culture of both nations. One of the most impactful ways your organization […]

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Establishing an Effective Worksite Marijuana Policy

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15 Feb 202215 Feb 2022

These days, the United States has a patchwork of marijuana-related laws and statutes that can leave employers feeling lost. In his session entitled “The Marijuana Problem” from the recent Institute for Apprenticeship, Training and Education Programs conference, Mark Belland, Esq., of O’Brien, […]

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The Multiemployer Retirement Plan Landscape: 10 DC Plan Takeaways

Justin Held, CEBS

09 Feb 202209 Feb 2022

According to The Multiemployer Retirement Plan Landscape: A 15-Year Look (2004-2018), the average defined contribution (DC) plan account balance increased from increased from $18,300 at the end of 2004 to $42,300 at the end of 2018, while aggregate disbursements also grew. The […]