About Our ProgramsThe New England Employee Benefits Council sponsors a variety of programs throughout the year designed to meet the needs of the broad spectrum of employee benefits professionals. View Calendar CONFERENCES & SPECIAL PROGRAMSThe Annual Employee Benefits Summit & Trade Show in May is the year's "must go to" event, attracting several hundred benefits professionals from New England to learn the latest benefits news from nationally-recognized speakers, with a trade show featuring the region's most dynamic vendors. The Best Practices Conference in December honors New England's "Best Benefits Practices" and has been a perennial favorite for nearly two decades. The conference features dynamic keynote speakers, and the Best Practices Award Winners present their innovative and creative benefit programs. Washington Update occurs in September and features expert briefings by senior government and industry representatives from Washington, D.C. on health care reform, retirement issues, legislative initiatives, and policies which are crucial for all who work in the employee benefits field. Health Insurance Market Outlook in February is an annual examination of the Massachusetts health insurance marketplace. The "meet the press" format provides a lively exchange of ideas, information and perspectives, with all the major health insurance carriers participating. PROGRAM SERIESBasics Boot Camp offers a full-day program in April dedicated to Employee Health & Welfare Plans, and a full-day program in November features retirement. Well-being & Engagement Programs are half-day and provide the latest research, practical advice and best practices from experts in the field. Key drivers of these programs include employee and employer interests, incentives, technology, and communication and engagement strategies designed to improve employee health and the company's bottom line. WorldatWork courses are hosted by NEEBC several times a year on a variety of topics. Please check the event calendar for specifics. NETWORKING & SOCIAL EVENTSWomen in Benefits Networking Luncheons provide an opportunity to celebrate women who have mastered their industry and are admired and respected by their business community. Enjoy lunch with female professionals in downtown Boston and learn strategies that will help empower and advance women in the workplace. Networking Nights are co-sponsored with the Worksite Wellness Council of MA (WWCMA) for an evening of conversation, cocktails and networking, often at unique venues. WEBINARSNEEBC offers a variety of timely webinars, some of which are co-sponsored by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP). For a complete listing of programs click here. |