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July 2, 2026
Employee benefits
Pharmacy benefit managers are under scrutiny: What PBM reform means for your plan
Most self-funded employers are paying more for prescription drugs than they realize, not because drug prices are opaque (though they are), but because the companies managing their pharmacy benefits are built on compensation models that aren't required to be disclosed. That's changing. New federal rules are putting pressure on pharmacy benefit managers to show their work, and employers who understand what to ask for are in a much stronger position at renewal than those who don't.
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April 7, 2023
Employee benefits
How to Choose the Right Benefits for a Small Business
Being on a budget doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice the quality of your small business employee benefits – especially if you’re working with a great benefits broker. We’re here to guide you through the best practices needed to build or improve your benefits offerings, so you can take care of your employees without breaking the bank.
March 30, 2023
Employee benefits
How to Market the Value of Your Benefits to Current Employees
As more states enact pay transparency laws, employees now have unprecedented access to wage data. To keep your employees engaged and satisfied while preventing compensation FOMO, employers should commit to marketing their total rewards – which means compensation as well as benefits. Here’s how your employer can market your benefits to current employees.
March 20, 2023
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What Is the Typical Benefits Package for a Small Business?
When building their benefits package, small to midsize businesses have to strike a balance between staying in budget and offering competitive plans. Small business leaders, here’s your guide to which benefits are typically offered by similar businesses, and how to create a great benefits offering for your employees.
January 30, 2023
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3 Best Practices to Recession-Proof Your Benefits Package
In the midst of an economic downturn, wise employers are taking steps to build sustainability into their employee benefits offering. Here are three practices that small to midsize employers should start now to maintain the value of their total rewards through a recession.
November 22, 2022
Employee benefits
5 Signs Your HR Team is Prepared for 2023
We predict that 2023 may be just as unpredictable as the last few years. Here are some telltale signs that HR is prepared to expect the unexpected — from making a business case for benefits, to building a relationship with the benefits broker, to remaining flexible in the face of change.
October 21, 2022
Employee benefits
“Benefits Play a Key Role in the Future of Work”: Meet Sara Richards, Director of Benefits at Red Bull and Nava Advisor
As Director of Benefits at Red Bull, Sara Richards understands the importance of creating benefits plans that meet employees where they are, wherever that may be. Learn more about Nava Benefits Advisor Sara, her vision for the future of work, and her expert approach to building a business case for better benefits.
August 2, 2022
Employee benefits
Reproductive Care Policy FAQ: How can employers respond to the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling?
How will the recent Supreme Court ruling impact employer benefits and how reproductive care is provided to employees? Legal, compliance, and benefits experts answer employers’ top questions on how to navigate the implications of this ruling.
May 10, 2022
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8 Reasons Why Navanauts Love Working at Nava
Nava Benefits is thrilled to be included in Inc’s Best Workplaces 2022. From our supportive culture, to our cross-team brainstorms, to our willingness to experiment, Navanauts from across the organization weigh in on their favorite things about working at Nava.
May 27, 2025
Employee benefits
Fertility benefits 101: what HR leaders need to know—and who's leading the way
Fertility benefits have become a strategic advantage for employers looking to attract, retain, and support a diverse workforce. This guide explores why these benefits matter, what to look for in a vendor, and profiles six leading providers—from full-spectrum care platforms to niche services. It also outlines clear next steps for HR leaders ready to implement a fertility benefits strategy that aligns with organizational goals and employee needs.
April 13, 2022
Employee benefits
6 Ways to Reduce Your Company’s Healthcare Spend
As medical insurance costs continue to skyrocket, small and midsize businesses are seeing the highest benefits renewal cost increases of any employer size. Guided by award-winning investigative journalist Marshall Allen and former SVP of Walmart Health Marcus Osborne, here’s your guide to reduce employer healthcare costs without sacrificing quality.
