Save the Date: MSK Direct Summit 2026 

Join Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, employers, healthcare leaders, payers, clinicians, and innovators on September 14 for the 2026 MSK Direct Summit. This year’s theme, Redefining Value in Cancer Care, will explore strategies to improve outcomes while advancing financial sustainability.

The Hidden Cost of Cognitive Decline

The National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions examines the impact of cognitive decline on employees, caregivers, and employers. The webinar was moderated by NEBGH CEO Kim Thiboldeaux and includes resources to help organizations address this growing workforce challenge

2026 Kids Count Data Book

The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book provides a comprehensive look at child well-being across the United States, highlighting key trends in health, education, and economic stability. 

When Employers and Health Systems Partner

Healthcare Brew explores how direct partnerships between employers and health systems can improve care access, enhance employee experience, and help manage healthcare costs. 

HR’s Next AI Frontier

According to HR Dive, many organizations remain in the early stages of AI adoption, with HR teams continuing to test and refine how artificial intelligence can improve workflows and business outcomes.

The Power of Employee Recognition

HR Morning outlines five practical strategies for building meaningful recognition programs that drive employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

340B Under the Microscope

In this episode of NEBGH Voices, Kim sits down with Shawn Gremminger, President and CEO of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, to discuss the 340B Drug Pricing Program, rising pharmacy costs, and the growing need for transparency and accountability in the healthcare system. Learn what employers need to know about the program’s impact on healthcare spending and benefit strategies

Policy Updates for Employers

Epstein Becker Green’s podcast reviews recent developments involving fertility benefits, medical marijuana, and whistleblower protections, helping employers stay current on evolving workplace policies.

New York Legislation Watch

Epstein Becker Green highlights five New York bills employers should monitor, covering workplace compliance, employment practices, and emerging legislative trends. 

NEBGH Earns Apex Recognition

NEBGH is proud to receive a 2026 APEX Award for Strengthening a Vaccination-Friendly Culture: An Employer Roadmap, a resource designed to help employers build vaccine confidence, combat misinformation, and improve access to recommended vaccines across their workforce.

Annual Conference Photo Gallery

Relive the highlights from the 2026 NEBGH Annual Conference and browse photos from an inspiring day of learning, networking, and collaboration.

Watch Annual Conference Sessions

Catch up on conference content and key discussions by visiting the NEBGH Annual Conference playlist on YouTube. 

Upcoming Events

• August 20 - The Missing Layer in Employer Healthcare
• September 21 - Mondays with Dr. Mark & Dr. MIchael
• September 24 - Pharmacy Benefits 2026
• November 12 - SAVE THE DATE! Beyond Benefits: Operationalizing Whole Person