Workplace Wellness

Workplace Wellness

by Jessica Hawkins February 23, 2023 There are several benefits for an employer and their workforce when overall wellbeing is a focal point in the workplace. When employees perceive that their employer cares about their wellbeing, they are more likely to be engaged...
A Message from Greg

A Message from Greg

December 15, 2022 It’s hard to believe that Watko Benefit Group is approaching 20 years in business! That does not happen without the significant efforts of multiple parties. This time of year reinforces the many things I am thankful for in our...
Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment

By Katie Mercurio December 6, 2022 As employee needs evolve, it is fundamental in open enrollment to listen, customize, and deliver.  Communication is always crucial to meet employee and employer objectives.  While the process of communicating benefits...
Employee Well-Being

Employee Well-Being

By Bob Zeller November 2, 2022 As I mentioned in a prior blog, the pandemic made employers focus on the health and well-being of their employees.  How do employers continue to accomplish this? Employee Awareness – understanding utilization of benefit...
Health Savings Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

By Bob Zeller October 11, 2022 “On January 1, 2023, the minimum annual deductible for a Health Savings Account eligible health plan increases from $2,800 to $3,000.  Over the last eleven years healthcare consumers have contributed almost $300 billion to...
A Message from Greg

Group Captives

By Greg Watkins September 28, 2022 It was January 1, 2014, that we started considering a benefits captive for some of our customers.  We are always seeking better ways for our customers to control their healthcare spend.  The common characteristic of the...