Notes from our expert team.

This article explores why traditional employee wellness programs often fall short and how personalized, flexible approaches better support employees and businesses. Drawing on insights from fitness and nutrition expert Ariel Hoffman, it outlines the real barriers employees face, the ripple effects of improved well-being, and the HR strategies that actually drive engagement. The result is a practical guide for building wellness programs that reduce burnout, increase productivity, and meet employees where they are.

Choosing the right employee benefits broker has a direct impact on your costs, compliance, and employee experience. This guide highlights the most common mistakes employers make during the selection process and offers a step-by-step checklist to help you run a stronger RFP. Use it to evaluate brokers confidently and find a partner who can support your organization year-round.

Employee benefits compliance is increasingly complex, and HR teams often struggle to keep up with changing regulations, documentation requirements, and eligibility rules. A strong employee benefits broker acts as a year-round compliance partner who helps manage risk, maintain accurate processes, and keep your organization audit ready. This guide explains what compliance entails and how the right broker provides the expertise and structure HR teams need.

Planning your 2026 development calendar? This guide highlights the ten best HR conferences and events to help people teams learn, connect, and stay ahead of fast-moving workplace trends. From in-person gatherings to flexible virtual summits, these are the events worth bookmarking now.

Pet benefits are becoming an essential part of modern total rewards as more employees see pets as part of their family and struggle with rising veterinary costs. This guide breaks down why pet insurance matters, how different benefit options work, and what HR teams should consider when evaluating or implementing a pet benefit. With the right approach, employers can improve employee wellbeing, strengthen culture, and offer meaningful support at little to no cost.

A leave of absence can be one of the most important moments in an employee’s life, and the way an employer handles it can shape trust, culture, and retention. This guide explains how to build a leave process rooted in clarity, compassion, and compliance, with real insights from experts in HR, legal, and leave management.

A great benefits broker RFP is made up of insightful questions that strategically uncover benefits brokers’ values, services, and level of support. Here’s our HR expert-approved list of the top must-have questions to include in your RFP.

Designing a modern employee benefits program takes more than selecting plans; it requires strategy, data, and empathy. This guide walks HR leaders through eight actionable steps to build a benefits program that attracts talent, strengthens culture, and drives long-term engagement.

Inclusion at work isn’t just good ethics; it’s good business. This guide explores how HR leaders can bring DEI to life through inclusive employee benefits that reflect real people’s needs, from caregiving and financial wellness to gender-affirming care and religious inclusion. Learn how thoughtful benefits design builds belonging, strengthens culture, and drives measurable performance.

AI is reshaping how HR teams manage and communicate benefits. From automating routine tasks to turning complex data into clear insights, HR leaders are using AI to work smarter and more strategically. This post explores six practical ways AI is transforming benefits management and how Nava is helping along the way.

Rising healthcare costs are quietly cutting into employee paychecks through premiums, deductibles, and prescription costs. Let’s explore what’s driving the spike, why it matters for HR leaders, and how modern benefits strategies can help.

Nearly three-quarters of employees are caregivers, and many are burning out in silence. Nava and Cleo share actionable strategies for HR teams to close benefits gaps, streamline caregiving support, and build stronger, more resilient workforces.