Employee Benefits | Cottingham & Butler

Last week, over 200 HR leaders and business executives joined us at Lambeau Field for a game-changing day of learning and networking. Here are some of the insights shared: 📈 Healthcare Costs: With costs averaging $6,150 per employee annually, we explored innovative program strategies to reduce costs while maintaining quality benefits. 🧠 CEO Perspectives: Leaders shared how they're adapting to rapidly evolving business landscapes and employee expectations, focusing on engagement and scalable growth. ✅ Total Rewards Optimization:  Challenging conventional survey methods, we dove into a new, data-driven approach that aligns rewards with what employees truly value. 🤝 Workplace Connections: The FRIEND framework was introduced as a tool for building deeper workplace relationships, enhancing collaboration, culture, and productivity. These insights and more are transforming HR practices across industries. Connect with us to get the complete event recap & stay tuned for our 2025 seminar tour dates to be announced soon. https://lnkd.in/gsBuArJx ❓ How are you adapting your HR strategies for the evolving business landscape? Share your thoughts below.

Come visit our very own Heather Acerra and Katie Rife at the Central Illinois HR Conference in Bloomington, IL. Stop by our booth to learn about a new innovative survey tool to identify what benefits are most important to your population!

With the increase in participation, the 2024/2025 Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey is going to be open until next Friday, August 16th! This survey offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights into wage trends. This comprehensive survey measures both actual 2024 wage structure increases and projected 2025 increases, along with general payroll budget changes. Don't miss out on this chance to inform your salary planning strategy and ensure your organization remains competitive in the job market. Start the survey now: https://lnkd.in/g6efG57e

Join our upcoming webinar to master the intricate world of plan eligibility. Discover how carrier requirements, compliance regulations, and employer preferences intertwine to shape your benefits strategy. Key takeaways: - Optimize your eligibility rules for maximum impact - Avoid costly compliance pitfalls and carrier disputes - Safeguard against discrimination claims - Navigate employer mandate penalties with confidence Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gk9-rQuH

We're excited to host our highly anticipated 5th Annual Employee Benefits Seminar on August 14th at the iconic Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. Building on the success of last year's event, which attracted over 150 HR, Finance, and Executive Leaders, this seminar promises to be even more impactful. This event offers a unique blend of professional development and networking, don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and gain industry-leading insights at no cost to you. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gMMV8eB5

Optimizing a total rewards program that balances budget constraints with employee satisfaction can be challenging. Many organizations struggle to identify which benefits truly resonate with their workforce. By using this innovative survey, you can gain valuable insights that will help employees make informed choices by presenting trade-off scenarios, moving beyond the "we want it all" mentality. To learn more go to https://lnkd.in/gwaxthVt

Effective salary planning is crucial for creating a motivated, valued workforce. By carefully analyzing the job market, evaluating performance, and offering fair compensation, organizations can enhance productivity, boost morale, and reduce turnover. But do you have the right tools and data to successfully plan your wage structure? The 2024/2025 Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights into wage trends. This comprehensive survey measures both actual 2024 wage structure increases and projected 2025 increases, along with general payroll budget changes. Don't miss out on this chance to inform your salary planning strategy and ensure your organization remains competitive in the job market. Start the survey now: https://lnkd.in/g6efG57e

Last week, over 120 Human Resources professionals came together for at our Employee Benefits Seminar at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City! Attendees came from all over the midwest to address the challenges HR professionals are facing today. By joining us, they gained insights into managing rising employee costs, learned unique healthcare strategies, and so much more. The event ended with Rob Lawless delivering a powerful presentation on the value of human connection. There are two opportunities left to attend one of our seminars, click below to see if any are happening near you! https://lnkd.in/gdX4vbhM

Elevate your Employee Benefits strategy by joining us on July 25th for an Employee Benefits Seminar in St. Paul, Minnesota. This comprehensive event addresses critical business themes for 2024, offering: - Innovative strategies to reduce healthcare costs - CEO panel discussion on key industry trends - Optimization of total rewards programs - Keynote by Rob Lawless on the value of human connection Register now: https://lnkd.in/gNgrmjN9

Let's get back to the basics of the most common benefit compliance questions that employers of all size struggle with. Join this webinar to test your compliance knowledge and stay current on some everyday compliance topics that tend to trip up the best of us. https://lnkd.in/gkxzUZgv