Kathryn Mayer
Kathryn Mayer is HRE’s former benefits editor and chair of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference. She has covered benefits for the better part of a decade, and her stories have won multiple awards, including a Jesse H. Neal Award and honors from the American Society of Business Publication Editors and the National Federation of Press Women. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Denver.
HSAs, 401(k)s, FSAs and more: 11 numbers to know for next year
From health savings account contribution limits to HDHP deductibles, here’s a look at what’s changing, and what's not, come 2023.
Global healthcare benefit costs expected to increase sharply in 2023
Employers must 'think and act differently to address these issues in a meaningful way,' one analyst says.
How can HR help with the ‘financial vortex’ quashing retirement savings?
Most employees aren’t saving enough today because of this 'new reality.' But HR leaders can encourage workers to stay the course on savings, among other moves.
Advil maker offering 26 weeks of paid parental leave: It’s ‘the right thing to do’
Calling most U.S. employer policies 'insufficient,' healthcare firm Haleon is hoping other companies follow in its footsteps.
Record jump in 401(k) contribution limits coming in 2023
The news is a good opportunity for employers to talk retirement savings strategies with employees.
2023 FSA limits increase in response to rising inflation
One expert calls it a 'step in the right direction' but not enough for many struggling employees.
Hunger for financial benefits grows, but HR admits it has work to do
New research shows rising inflation and market volatility are putting a new spotlight on financial benefits for employees.
Retiree medical benefits likely to change as healthcare costs rise
Employers are looking for alternative ways to provide medical benefits to some employees as costs grow.
This HR Honor Roll inductee is reimagining the healthcare workforce of the future
Greg Till, chief people officer of Providence, is focusing on mental health, technology and more to retain burnt-out workers in an industry that is seeing massive turnover.
How four generations of workers are faring in retirement savings
Employees agree that retirement savings is vital, and they're looking for their employers to support them, a new survey found.
