
Lee Hafner is an editor with Employee Benefit News. Her background is in freelance writing and education, and her work covers healthcare, retirement, communication and training. She has a BA in English from George Mason University.

Lee Hafner is an editor with Employee Benefit News. Her background is in freelance writing and education, and her work covers healthcare, retirement, communication and training. She has a BA in English from George Mason University.
A new survey from EBN reveals shifts for caregivers since 2023, helping benefit leaders respond with offerings that meet their needs.
For a workforce devoted to caring for others, removing obstacles to things like physical, mental and financial well-being are essential.
Research from ezCater shows employees love the idea of an office-hours event with good food and connection, with Gen Z needing extra attention.
After facing her own mental health challenges, Diana Guzman is helping leaders come up with a better approach to support.
Nikki Morello's mission to enhance human work allows her to skillfully navigate employee adoption of evolving tech.
Nayya's AI-powered platform makes proactive suggestions and reduces administrative tasks during the benefit process.
Whether an employee is reaching retirement age or acting as a caregiver for aging loved ones, planning for potential long-term needs is best done early.
Up to 50,000 pregnancies are considered high-risk annually, but new technology and clinical expertise is helping manage serious prenatal health conditions.
As the end-of-year FSA deadline approaches, Health e-Commerce shares smart benefit communication tips and examples of how its own employees spend their funds.
Care.com's sponsored in-office meals have made its voluntary attendance policy more successful.
Benefit leaders can highlight wellness offerings, flexibility, paid over time and time off to keep employees from feeling overloaded now and into next year.
Flexible work, robust PTO and free counseling are just some of the benefits that keep Pinterest's workforce productive and happy.
A new report from Guild and Lightcast shows the need for upskilling, in order to keep employees from moving on.
The energy technology company's a focus on training, safety and a positive culture helps recruit and retain this valuable population.
Quick implementation, customized communication and multiple options for preventative care make the partnership a win-win for Hot Topic and its employees.
Matt Eurey shares how the right strategy can help employees go from bystanders to informed, active participants in their benefits selection and usage.
Getting people involved in communication-based apps and brainstorming activities promotes fun, creativity and connection.
Remote.co's recent survey reveals that misunderstood tech, loss of benefits and unhealthy company culture are making workers feel insecure and unhappy.
A new survey from Lifesum exposes fairness concerns about these medications, and the need for a balanced, inclusive approach to health from employers.
Matthew Owenby believes in providing personal and professional support that help future-proof his workforce and the business.