Featured Event

Pharmacy Benefits 2026

The pharmacy landscape has changed. CAA 2026, the FTC/Express Scripts settlement, and a wave of employer-driven audits and RFPs have shifted what's possible — and what's expected. This is a working session for senior benefits leaders who are ready to act.

What you'll walk away with:

  • A clear read on what CAA 2026 and the FTC settlement actually require — and where they create new employer leverage
  • A practical framework for auditing your PBM and recovering what you're owed
  • Tools for claiming independent data access and building vendor accountability into contracts
  • A blueprint for running a transparency-driven RFP — and the employer case studies to back it up
  • An honest peer conversation about GLP-1 coverage decisions, direct-to-employer models, and what the next high-cost drug class means for your strategy

The employers in this room are wrestling with the same questions you are — and being in the room together is how the answers start to take shape. That's worth a day in New Jersey.

When
Thursday, September 24, 2026
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Where
Eisenhower Conference Center
290 W Mt Pleasant Ave
Livingston, NJ
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
September 17
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Moving Care Upstream: Putting Advanced Primary Care at the Center of Employee Health

Employers are rethinking the role they play in employee health. Rather than relying solely on the traditional healthcare system or adding more disconnected solutions, organizations are moving care upstream by putting advanced primary care at the center of an integrated benefits strategy. Join leaders from Sheetz and Marathon Health to explore how Sheetz has evolved from a single onsite clinic into a connected model that brings together primary care, mental health, lifestyle management, and more—both in-person and virtually—creating a more seamless experience for employees and building trusted relationships with care teams.

Learn how this long-term approach has strengthened employee engagement, supported chronic disease management, controlled healthcare costs, and equipped Sheetz's benefits leaders with the outcomes needed to demonstrate value and earn continued investment from leadership.

When
Thursday, September 17, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
September 21
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Mondays with Dr. Mark & Dr. Michael

The Hidden Cost of Sepsis

Sepsis costs the US healthcare system more than $20 billion a year.  This shows up for employers in hospitalization costs, high rates of readmission, work absences and disability claims.  Learn about the causes of sepsis, early signs and symptoms, and clinical strategies to reduce readmissions and improve care management in order to support employees facing this life-threatening condition. 

When
Monday, September 21, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
September 24
Conference, In-Person Event, NEBGH Members only

Pharmacy Benefits 2026

The pharmacy landscape has changed. CAA 2026, the FTC/Express Scripts settlement, and a wave of employer-driven audits and RFPs have shifted what's possible — and what's expected. This is a working session for senior benefits leaders who are ready to act.

What you'll walk away with:

  • A clear read on what CAA 2026 and the FTC settlement actually require — and where they create new employer leverage
  • A practical framework for auditing your PBM and recovering what you're owed
  • Tools for claiming independent data access and building vendor accountability into contracts
  • A blueprint for running a transparency-driven RFP — and the employer case studies to back it up
  • An honest peer conversation about GLP-1 coverage decisions, direct-to-employer models, and what the next high-cost drug class means for your strategy

The employers in this room are wrestling with the same questions you are — and being in the room together is how the answers start to take shape. That's worth a day in New Jersey.

When
Thursday, September 24, 2026
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Where
Eisenhower Conference Center
290 W Mt Pleasant Ave
Livingston, NJ
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
October 19
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Mondays with Dr. Mark & Dr. Michael

The doctors are in!

Dive into hot health topics with the experts and hear what you might need to do for your employees.

When
Monday, October 19, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
November 12
Conference, In-Person Event, NEBGH Members only

Beyond Benefits: Whole Person Health in Practice

Healthcare costs are rising, employee needs are becoming more complex, and adding more benefits is no longer the answer.

Beyond Benefits: Whole Person Health in Practice brings together employers and health experts to explore how organizations can connect care, simplify fragmented benefit ecosystems, and get greater value from their existing investments. From primary care and mental health to obesity, AI, and point-solution fatigue, the conference will focus on practical strategies that improve employee health, experience, and affordability.

When
Thursday, November 12, 2026
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Where
District Council 37 Health and Security Plan
125 Barclay St
New York, NY 10007
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
November 16
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Mondays with Dr. Mark & Dr. Michael

The doctors are in!

Dive into hot health topics with the experts and hear what you might need to do for your employees.

When
Monday, November 16, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
December 14
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Mondays with Dr. Mark & Dr. Michael

The doctors are in!

Dive into hot health topics with the experts and hear what you might need to do for your employees.

When
Monday, December 14, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
July 16
In-Person Event, NEBGH Members only, Networking Event

Summer Vibes: Networking Event

Join us in SoHo for an evening that brings back the best parts of summer camp—good food, great conversations, and a relaxed vibe—with a grown-up twist.

We’ll gather on a rooftop for fireside-style chats, elevated takes on classic camp snacks, and craft cocktails designed to help you unwind. Whether you're a longtime NEBGH member or new to the group, this is a chance to step away from the screen, catch up with peers, and make new connections.

Nostalgia meets networking—no bug spray required.

When
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where
Aetna
One Soho Square (233 Spring Street), 15th Floor - East Building
New York, NY 10013
Who Can Attend
NEBGH Members Only
June 24
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

Science in Motion: How Activity, Nutrition & Lifestyle Impact Cancer Outcomes

Cancer care is evolving—and lifestyle matters. In this fireside chat with Dr. Jessica Scott of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, discover how physical activity, nutrition, and daily habits are playing a transformative role in cancer survival and resilience. A must-attend for employers focused on whole-person health.

When
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
All NEBGH Members
June 5
Annual Conference

Supercharging Prevention, Employee Wellbeing and Benefits

Benefits leaders told us they want to know how new advances in technology and healthcare will impact their strategies and employees. We will cover AI and Tech driven benefits, preventive screenings and virtual care; GLP-1s, personalized medicine, navigation, high touch communication and engagement, employer case studies, solutions and more!

When
Thursday, June 5, 2025
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Where
Convene
117 W. 46th Street
New York, NY
May 13
NEBGH Members only, Webinar

AI in HR and Benefits: What’s Smart, What’s Risky, and What’s Next

AI is everywhere—and Human Resources is no exception. In this fast-moving session, we’ll cut through the noise and get real about how AI is transforming HR and benefits.

From productivity wins to potential pitfalls, we’ll help you think strategically about the tools you use, the data you protect, and the value you deliver.

When
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
All NEBGH Members
May 8
NEBGH Members only, NEBGH Policy Watch, Webinar

The First 100 Days of the Second Trump Administration: Health Care and Benefits Implications for Employers

Join us for a discussion with Washington, DC, insiders on the key health policy and human resources (HR) benefits developments from the first 100 days of the new administration.

Presenters will cover key executive orders and other administrative decisions and their impact on health care and employee benefits. They will also review potential shifts in Medicaid, Social Security, and government spending. This deep dive will explore the evolving landscape of HR benefits, including gender-affirming care, women’s health post-Dobbs, and the latest actions on in vitro fertilization, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Don’t miss this essential update for employers and HR professionals navigating the changing policy environment.

When
Thursday, May 8, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where
Webinar (Link available following registration)
Who Can Attend
All NEBGH Members