Back to School with MERP 101: A Crash Course on Medical Expense Reimbursement Plans
Cup of Joe | Ep. 8 – August Welcome back to another episode of Cup of Joe! As summer winds down and the school season kicks off, it’s the perfect time to dive into a lesson that could save your business thousands. In the latest episode of Cup of Joe, CEO Joseph Donovan takes us […]
Leer másCost Saving Strategies for Brokers
As an insurance producer, your pitch is most persuasive to prospects when you show them you can put together the benefits they need for their employees at the best price. Along with your expertise in finding solutions that align with their priorities, your ability to get your clients the best deals is core to your […]
Leer másDo I Have a Good Benefits Package?
Benefits play a significant role in employee stability, happiness and retention. The best benefit packages attract top talent and increase retention rates, which translates into success for the company and employees. What Benefits Should You Look for in a Job? Research shows that 82% of employees would feel a greater sense of overall stability if they understood […]
Leer másSpotlight of the Month on Difference Card Broker Partner, Jim Fawcett
Congratulations to Jim Fawcett, Our Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for July 2024! We are delighted to announce Jim Fawcett of the DJB Group, a division of Highstreet Insurance Partners, as the Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for July 2024! Jim Fawcett serves as the Northeast Regional Sales Leader and Vice […]
Leer másHow to Help Clients Understand Open Enrollment Options
Open enrollment season is an important time of opportunities and challenges for employees. On the one hand, they can enroll in healthcare solutions that improve their well-being, job satisfaction and productivity. On the other hand, they may be intimidated and confused by the range of options and how to enroll. Nearly two-thirds of employees say their employer’s […]
Leer másDeclaring Independence from Traditional Benefit Plans
In the July episode of Cup of Joe, we had the pleasure of welcoming a special guest known for his innovative approach to healthcare benefits, Lester Morales. As the CEO and Founder of NextImpact, Lester has been a pioneer in thinking outside the box when it comes to building health plans. We caught up with […]
Leer másCOBRA Subsidy: Who’s Eligible, How it’s Funded, and How to Deliver Notices to Employees
The federal government initiated several programs to address the challenges posed by the coronavirus outbreak. One of these programs was the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) subsidy, which excluded qualified individuals from paying premiums for a specified duration. Although the program has ended, insurance brokers continue to offer valuable services to clients who have […]
Leer másJuly Case Study: The Difference Card Helps New York Non-Profit to Improve Health Benefits and Save Over $100,000 Annually!
This non-profit organization, located in Long Island, New York, employs over 100 staff members on their health plan. To continue fulfilling their important mission, the organization sought help from their consulting team at Corporate Synergies to improve their benefits package while reducing costs for both staff and the company. Corporate Synergies, part of the Foundation […]
Leer másJune Case of the Month: Potpourri Group, Inc. saves 15% on Health Insurance Renewal
How Potpourri Group Achieved Significant Healthcare Savings and Enhanced Employee Benefits Potpourri Group, Inc., a Massachusetts-based company employing over 350 individuals, is part of the Northlane Capital private equity portfolio. Potpourri Group operates as a multi-channel direct marketer, managing 18 complementary brands including Potpourri, Catalog Favorites, NorthStyle, Expressions,The Stitchery, Nature’s Jewelry, The Pyramid Collection, In […]
Leer másSpotlight of the Month on Difference Card Broker Partner, Niko Washington
Congratulations to Niko Washington, of Johnson & Dugan Insurance Services Corporation, for being named the Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for June 2024! Niko Washington is the Vice President of the Employee Benefits Practice for Johnson & Dugan in Redwood City, California. Niko recently worked with Senior Consultant Scott Bezanson from The Difference […]
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