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The 18th annual BenefitsPRO BrokerExpo in Austin did not disappoint! From gaining industry insight to building deeper connections, there’s always fresh energy to take home to your business. 

Today I'm sharing three stand-out themes from top brokers…

How many times do you direct your clients to GoodRx or other discount programs? Wouldn't it be better to drive them to a benefit the employer is providing – and you’re already promoting during open enrollment?

That's why we've just boosted every freshbenies membership with more powerful prescription savings.

Here's 3 ways this upgrade empowers employees...

1. MORE PBMs

freshbenies Prescription Savings is now packed with 3 PBMs - with more to come.

When it comes to mental health in America, needs are skyrocketing. As a benefits consultant, you know unmet mental health issues multiply costs that hit the medical plan.
 
FACTS: Over 60% of US counties have NO psychiatrists. Medical costs for those with mental illness are 2-3 times higher.

Why Behavioral Telehealth?

Behavioral Telehealth offers convenient, discreet visits with mental health professionals that…

We're a few weeks into the new year. Now's a great time to reflect on your renewal season. Was it simpler than ever this year? Or was it more painful?
 
Changes to carriers, plan designs or both are commonplace. Each drives questions for you and your team - who are already working harder to service clients than ever before.

Here's ONE strategy: Install Advocacy

Cut healthcare confusion for employees and lighten the load for your internal team with Advocacy. Here's 3 impacts.

Soon, 2021 will be a wrap!

We know you and your team are doing more for your clients than ever before - that’s why freshbenies has your back. Today we're sharing a fast recap of the top updates from 2021... 

Utilization and engagement are HUGE when it comes to employees and their benefits. That’s why freshbenies is committed to driving utilization with a smooth, streamlined tech experience - for employers and their employees. 

It's also why we launched an employer-branded experience for your clients in their freshbenies tech earlier this fall. In case you missed it, all the quick deets are below...

1. WHAT

Employees see your client’s name and logo in their freshbenies app and portal.  Here's a sample...

Can you SHOW your clients how much money you’ve helped them save? A few years ago, one of our brokers shared on LinkedIn that he’d helped clients save more than $1M in just a couple of years with freshbenies (one of the many strategies they use with their clients). WOW – that’s real money!

First, let’s get the obvi out of the way - it was simply awesome to enjoy a national conference IN PERSON after 18 long months! I left this year’s Broker Expo with a renewed appreciation for face-to-face connections with industry partners. 

Much of the conference focused on resiliency and how we – as benefit specialists – can shift our focus to support clients and partners in new ways. Today, I’m sharing some key takeaways…