Podcasts about health reimbursement arrangements

Health Reimbursement Arrangements and AI's Economic Potential: Colleague Gene Marks advocates for Health Reimbursement Arrangements, noting they allow small businesses to control costs while employees buy their own insurance tax-free, also discussing AI's potential to double economic growth and advising businesses to ignore doomsday predictions and embrace tools that enhance productivity and daily life. 1964

SHOW 12-12-2025 THE SHOW BEGINS IN DOUBTS ABOUT 2026.2 Las Vegas Venues, California Rail, and Disney's AI Investment: Colleague Jeff Bliss reports that Las Vegas's Allegiant Stadium is now a top-grossing venue while many resorts are dropping unpopular fees, discussing California's new rail line to Anaheim, mismanagement of the Pacific Palisades fire, and high gas prices, additionally covering Disney's investment in OpenAI and its new luxury community, Cotino. Nvidia's Jensen Huang and the AI Revolution: Colleague Brandon Weichert praises Nvidia's Jensen Huang as a pivotal geopolitical figure driving the AI revolution, comparing AI's growth to the railroad boom and predicting long-term economic benefits and massive opportunities for construction and energy sectors as the US builds infrastructure to support data centers. Business Resilience and AI Tools in Construction: Colleague Gene Marks reports on business resilience in Austin despite tariff concerns and describes a safety conference in Fargo where AI tools were a focus, explaining that AI and robotics like Boston Dynamics' Spot are supplementing rather than replacing workers in construction, helping address severe labor shortages. Health Reimbursement Arrangements and AI's Economic Potential: Colleague Gene Marks advocates for Health Reimbursement Arrangements, noting they allow small businesses to control costs while employees buy their own insurance tax-free, also discussing AI's potential to double economic growth and advising businesses to ignore doomsday predictions and embrace tools that enhance productivity and daily life. Lancaster County's Economic Divide and Holiday Retail: Colleague Jim McTague reports from Lancaster County, highlighting the economic divide between flush Baby Boomers and struggling younger generations, observing strong holiday retail activity exemplified by crowded venues like Shady Maple and a proliferation of Amazon delivery trucks, suggesting the economy remains afloat despite challenges. La Scala's Season Opening and Milan's Christmas Atmosphere: Colleague Lorenzo Fiori describes attending the season opening at La Scala, featuring a dramatic Russian opera that audiences connected to current geopolitical tensions, also noting the festive Christmas atmosphere in Milan and Prime Minister Meloni's continued, albeit non-military, support for Ukraine. SpaceX IPO Rumors and EU Space Regulations: Colleague Bob Zimmerman discusses rumors of a SpaceX IPO and new scientific strategies for using Starship for Mars exploration, reporting on the Pentagon's certification requirements for Blue Origin's New Glenn and critiquing proposed EU space laws that could impose bureaucratic hurdles on international private space companies. Mapping the Sun's Corona and Rethinking Ice Giants: Colleague Bob Zimmerman details scientific advances including mapping the sun's corona and rethinking Uranus and Neptune as having rocky interiors rather than just ice, mentioning discoveries regarding supernova composition, the lack of supermassive black holes in small galaxies, and new images of Mars' polar ice layers. "The Incident" of 1641 and Charles I's Failed Plot: Colleague Jonathan Healey narrates "The Incident" of 1641, a failed plot by Charles I to arrest Scottish Covenanter leaders, explaining that the conspiracy's exposure and Charles's subsequent denial destroyed his political standing in Scotland, forcing him to concede power to the Scottish Parliament and weakening his position before the English Civil War. The Prelude to the English Civil War: Colleague Jonathan Healey discusses the prelude to the English Civil War, detailing the power struggles between Charles I and the Commons and Lords, explaining the execution of the King's advisor Strafford, noting Charles's regret and the rising influence of reformists who feared royal tyranny and supported impeachment. The Junto and Puritan Influence in Parliament: Colleague Jonathan Healey describes the political geography of London, introducing the "Junto," a reformist party coordinating between Parliament's houses, analyzing the influence of Puritans and key opposition figures like John Pym and Mandeville who strategically challenged Charles I's authority regarding church reform and arbitrary taxation. The Grand Remonstrance and Popular Politics: Colleague Jonathan Healey explains the "Grand Remonstrance," a document used by the Junto to rally public support against the King, highlighting how rising literacy and the printing press fueled popular politics in London, while also discussing Queen Henrietta Maria's political acumen and Catholic faith amidst the growing conflict. Critiquing Isolationism and the Risks of Disengagement: Colleague Henry Sokolski critiques isolationist arguments, comparing current sentiments to pre-WWII attitudes, warning against relying solely on missile defense bubbles and discussing the distinct threats posed by Russia and China, emphasizing that US disengagement could lead to global instability and unchecked nuclear proliferation. Saudi Uranium Enrichment and Proliferation Risks: Colleague Henry Sokolski discusses the risks of allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, fearing it creates a bomb-making option, warning that making exceptions for Saudi Arabia could trigger a proliferation cascade among neighbors like Turkey and Egypt, undermining global non-proliferation efforts amidst rising tensions involving Russia and NATO. The Historical Context of Humphrey's Executor: Colleague Richard Epstein analyzes the historical context of Humphrey's Executor, explaining how the administrative state grew from the 1930s, detailing FDR's attempt to politicize independent commissions and the Supreme Court's justification, arguing that while constitutionally questionable, long-standing prescription has solidified these agencies' legal status over time. Presidential Power and Independent Agency Dismissals: Colleague Richard Epstein discusses current Supreme Court arguments regarding presidential power to fire independent board members, referencing actions by both Trump and Biden, critiquing the politicization of agencies like the FTC under Lina Khan and warning that unchecked executive authority to dismiss advisory boards undermines necessary checks and balances.

This is the third of our three-part series featuring CEOs who have successfully exited (or recapitalized) a Shore portfolio company. In this episode, Hilarie Aitken shares her experience as the CEO of Navia, a consumer-directed benefits provider serving 9,000+ employers across all 50 states. Hilarie discusses how her father founded Navia and she stepped in to run the business after his untimely passing. She talks about her search for a private equity partner and how the partnership with Shore aligned with the unique circumstances of their family-run business. Hilarie also highlights her lessons learned as CEO of a scaling business. In February 2021, Shore announced the sale of Navia Benefit Solutions, a third-party administrator of Flexible Spending Accounts and other tax-advantaged benefits including Commuter and Transit Benefits, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, and COBRA services. Shore and Navia executed a growth plan that included five strategic acquisitions and substantial organic growth. Listen to our podcasts at: Podcast: https://www.shorecp.university/podcasts There you will also find our other "Microcap Moments" episodes, alongside our series "Everyday Heroes" and "Bigger. Stronger. Faster.", highlighting the people and stories which make the microcap space unique. Other ways to connect: Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blog Shore Capital University: https://www.shorecp.university/ Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/ This podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, nor a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.

Today's episode features host Kerry Sette, head of Consumer Insights and Research at Voya — a familiar voice to the podcast. With the health benefits open enrollment period ending for companies, this episode is shifting the focus to talk about one benefit that employers are increasingly offering as an option with high-deductible health plans to their employees: Health Savings Accounts (HSA's). With lots of research conducted by Voya on HSAs, Kerry is joined by Matt Farrar, AVP of Strategic Solutions at Voya to talk more about the power of HSAs. Matt has a great deal of experience with HSAs, but particularly when it comes to helping employers communicate their value to their workforce. Tune in to hear more helpful insights to help employees better understand how to use these solutions year-round.      1Average couple has expected health care expense during retirement of approximately $320,000.  Source:  EBRI, Projected savings Medicare beneficiaries need for health expenses remained high in 2022, February 2023.  2$3,700 average balance of HSA.  Source:  Devenir Research, 2022 year-end HSA market statistics & trends, March 2023.  Neither Voya® nor its affiliated companies or representatives provide tax or legal advice. Please consult a tax or legal professional regarding your specific circumstances.  Health Account Solutions, including Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Commuter Benefits, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, and COBRA Administration offered by Voya Benefits Company, LLC (in New York, doing business as Voya BC, LLC). HSA custodial services provided by Voya Institutional Trust Company. For all other products, administration services provided in part by WEX Health, Inc.  This highlights some of the benefits of a Health Savings Account. If there is a discrepancy between this material and the plan documents, the plan documents will govern.  Subject to any applicable agreements, Voya and WEX Health, Inc. reserve the right to amend or modify the services at any time.  The amount saved in taxes will vary depending on the amount set aside in the account, annual earnings, whether or not Social Security taxes are paid, the number of exemptions and deductions claimed, tax bracket and state and local tax regulations. Check with a tax advisor for information on whether your participation will affect tax savings. None of the information provided should be considered tax or legal advice.   CN 3251022_1125 

Health Reimbursement Arrangements, or HRAs, are a modern way for employers to provide health benefits to employees. Rather than a one-size-fits-all group plan — or leaving employees to cover all of the costs of the plan on their own — employers can now offer their employees a tax-free allowance to purchase benefits that meet their unique needs. Listen as we cover: [2:16] Balancing high cost & still providing for employees [5:53] A new benefits model & how to take advantage of it [8:18] What HRAs help solve for [10:30] How to know if HRAs are right for your specific situation [12:25] How to get started with an HRA & potential cost savings Copyright © 2023 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (November 2023).

In simpler times, health reimbursement arrangements, or HRAs, were furry, fluffy, friendly creatures in the benefits forest. But now …  not so much. They’re multiplying like crazy, and growing fangs and claws. In this episode, Ed and Scott track the current species of HRAs, in all their varieties. How do the endlessly evolving types of HRAs differ from each other? What kind of HRAs can an employer offer, and to whom, without getting bitten? What do Tesla sedans have to do with HRAs? (Ed is slow on the take-up, and still not clear.) Can an employer offer young (tan) Scott a group plan and old (probably dying) Ed an HRA and a one-way ticket to Medicare? What advantages or “free passes” from complex ACA regulation do some of the new HRAs offer employers?

There are a couple of new Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) on the horizon. We take a deep dive into these new options and this benefit as a whole! HRA Comparison - www.DiscoveryBenefits.com/HRA-comparison

In this episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, Brydon DeWitt and Claire Pollock discuss proposed health reimbursement arrangement regulations that may provide welcome relief and flexibility for employer-provided health benefits. 

In October 2017, President Trump issued an Executive Order calling on the departments to take action on a handful of specific tasks, one of which was to expand the use of Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs). We finally saw proposed guidance on this in late October 2018 when two new types of HRAs were introduced. Listen in to learn more about these proposed HRAs and how they might impact employers.

It's the calm before the storm as politicos and policy wonks in Washington, D.C. and throughout the country await the results of Tuesday's midterm elections. More than 6,000 legislative seats and 36 governorships are at stake, but most of the attention has been focused on control of Congress and whether a “Blue Wave” of Democratic voters will materialize to flip control of the House or Senate. On this week's episode, NAHU's John Greene and Chris Hartmann take a deep dive at the key contests to watch on election night, both in terms of early indicators for how the night might go, and the races that could have the most impact on NAHU's legislative agenda in the new Congress. Additionally, NAHU's Vice President of Government Affairs Marcy M. Buckner helps to unpack the Trump Administration's latest regulatory efforts—the proposed rule to expand Health Reimbursement Arrangements, and the guidance to provide greater state flexibility of the ACA's State Relief and Empowerment Waivers.

It’s the calm before the storm as politicos and policy wonks in Washington, D.C. and throughout the country await the results of Tuesday’s midterm elections. More than 6,000 legislative seats and 36 governorships are at stake, but most of the attention has been focused on control of Congress and whether a “Blue Wave” of Democratic voters will materialize to flip control of the House or Senate. On this week’s episode, NAHU’s John Greene and Chris Hartmann take a deep dive at the key contests to watch on election night, both in terms of early indicators for how the night might go, and the races that could have the most impact on NAHU’s legislative agenda in the new Congress. Additionally, NAHU’s Vice President of Government Affairs Marcy M. Buckner helps to unpack the Trump Administration’s latest regulatory efforts—the proposed rule to expand Health Reimbursement Arrangements, and the guidance to provide greater state flexibility of the ACA’s State Relief and Empowerment Waivers.

HRAs are funded exclusively by employers. In the last episode I taught you a little bit about Health Savings Accounts. I said they’re a great tool for lowering your group health insurance costs and I explained how they work… but, I didn’t explain how they actually lower your costs A Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) is…

One of the best ways to lower your group health insurance costs is to incentivize your employees to change their behavior. On the next two episodes I’m going to teach you about Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Arrangements….two great tools for controlling group health costs. They are a little bit different from each each…

In recent years rising health care cost are impacting employer and employees. Expert are predicting that health care costs are still going to rise in the next several years. Health Reimbursement Arrangements can help you manage these costs. Learn more... Larry Stein of Retirement Plan Services of America, Inc., has worked with America's educational institutions for 38 years, helping to develop and implement retirement related programs designed specifically for the public sector employee.

Health Reimbursement Arrangements

Health Reimbursement Arrangements