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27th Annual

IBI/Conference Board Health and Productivity Forum

OCTOBER 16 - 17, 2025

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

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During this conference, we’ll address the full dimensions of workforce health and productivity as they cut across all programs in the value equation. Forum content will focus on the interrelationships among four key topic areas - health and wellbeing, medical and pharmacy plan design and care, absence, disability and productivity and data, metrics and reporting.

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Speakers

Agenda

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

01:00 PM - 05:00 PM CT

The Latest Advancements, Challenges, and Opportunities in Work…
This seminar aims to bring together leaders, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss … More

02:00 PM - 05:00 PM CT

GLP-1s and Weight Management Approaches: Cost, Productivity, a…
To reduce the burden of disease on employees, it is important for employers to understand the impact … More

05:00 PM - 07:00 PM CT

Early Registration Hospitality Suite & Cocktail Reception

Join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, pick up your conference materials early and network with fellow attendees and vendor … More

Thursday, October 16, 2025

07:15 AM - 08:00 AM CT

Continental Breakfast
Hosted by:
MetLife

08:00 AM - 08:40 AM CT

Welcome and Opening Remarks

08:40 AM - 09:20 AM CT

Innovative Strategies to Manage High-cost Claimants at Risk
As medical and pharmacy experience near double-digit growth, what can employers do to mitigate future increases? This panel will discuss innovative st … More

09:20 AM - 10:00 AM CT

Resilience in Action: Practical Strategies for a Healthier Wor…
Today’s workforce is navigating a unique set of challenges – new technologies, shifting workplace dynamics, and rising expectations. These rapid chang … More

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM CT

Refreshment Break

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM CT

Numbers Don’t Lie: Real-World Heart Health Savings for Employers
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading driver of employer health care costs – but how much of that spend is preventable? New third-party analyses a … More

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM CT

Are You Wasting GLP-1 Spend? How to Optimize Your Investments
GLP-1s are here to stay. While they aren’t the magic pill for weight loss that media and marketing campaigns often portray, they can deliver promising … More

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM CT

Manager Enablement in Employee Mental Health
A recent study found that managers have more impact on employee mental health than a therapist or doctor – and equal to that of a spouse. Frontline le … More

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM CT

Addressing the Avoidable Costs of Digestive Health in Disperse…
Digestive health is complex, and the current system isn’t structured to diagnose or treat this condition category well – driving high avoidable costs … More

11:25 AM - 12:05 PM CT

The Budget Optimizer's Playbook: Maximizing Benefits Impact in…
Economic pressures require strategic benefits approaches without sacrificing effectiveness. Discover how Lifestyle Spending Accounts (LSAs) can transf … More

11:25 AM - 12:05 PM CT

Redefining Midlife Wellness: How Menopause Support Extends Car…
With global productivity losses due to menopause topping $150B annually, benefits leaders see the urgent need to provide better support. But what does … More

11:25 AM - 12:05 PM CT

The Hidden Cost of Pain
Employees who experience pain on a regular basis have to manage their symptoms day and night. Pain affects the workforce beyond high-cost claims. Duri … More

11:25 AM - 12:05 PM CT

The N=1 Paradigm: Revolutionizing Employee Benefits Through Pr…
Imagine a health partner powered by AI, understanding your unique needs and delivering tailored support, motivation, and education. The N=1 platform m … More

01:15 PM - 01:55 PM CT

Building a Wellbeing or Mental Health Champion Program: Lesson…
As you think about supporting the well-being of your employee population, will creating roles like “Champions” and “Advocates” help or hurt your goals … More

02:10 PM - 02:50 PM CT

Future-Proofing Your Workforce: Fertility and Hormonal Health …
As fertility and hormonal health benefits gain traction, employers are seeking solutions that go bey … More

02:10 PM - 02:50 PM CT

Behavioral Science at Scale: Optimizing Workforce Health and P…
In today's dynamic work environment, optimizing workforce health and productivity requires a compreh … More

02:10 PM - 02:50 PM CT

Unlocking the Power of Strategic Benefits Communication
Go behind the scenes with a large employer for a look at the innovative benefits communications strategies they developed to encourage employee engage … More

02:10 PM - 02:50 PM CT

The Impact of Bereavement on Mental Health, Quality of Life, a…
Bereavement following the death of a child with a chronic illness is known to affect parents' mental and physical health, as well as their productivit … More

03:05 PM - 03:45 PM CT

The Art of Health Plan Mixology: IDEXX’s Winning Recipe
Many employers struggle to provide high-quality, affordable health care for a diverse workforce with varying needs. IDEXX addressed this challenge by … More

03:05 PM - 03:45 PM CT

Two Truths & a Lie: The Future of Plan Designs and the Role of…
As businesses continue to adapt to evolving work environments, employee health care plans must also … More

03:05 PM - 03:45 PM CT

Leading Through Crisis and Change: Strategies for Fostering Em…
Join industry leaders to discuss the impact of crisis and change on workforce health and learn effective approaches on how you can prepare, respond, a … More

03:05 PM - 03:45 PM CT

How to Manage Cost While Improving the Employee Experience wit…
As health care costs rise and access to quality care remains uneven, employers are seeking smarter, … More

03:25 PM - 04:05 PM CT

Refreshment Break

04:15 PM - 05:00 PM CT

Vendor Showcase

05:00 PM - 06:00 PM CT

Cocktail Reception
Hosted by:
Aon
ComPsych
Lincoln Financial
Lyra
Personify Health
Spring Health

Friday, October 17, 2025

07:45 AM - 08:30 AM CT

Continental Breakfast
Hosted by:
MetLife

08:30 AM - 09:10 AM CT

From Cost to Competitive Advantage: Demonstrate True ROI You C…
HR and benefits leaders see the impact that investing in mental health can have on employees. But how can you educate your organization’s leaders that … More

09:25 AM - 10:05 AM CT

Can You Really Optimize Costs and Experience? Getting Maximum …
Many organizations are facing what feels like a forced choice – reduce costs or deliver a better employee experience. But what if you could achieve bo … More

09:25 AM - 10:05 AM CT

Metro Nashville Public Schools: Fixing the Silent GI Crisis to…
Digestive issues like IBS and GERD silently impact millions – and they’re taking a toll on employee productivity, absenteeism, and costs. Metro Nashvi … More

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM CT

The Business Case for Caregiving: Lowering Costs with Meaningf…
Your employees are facing hidden battles – caring for aging parents, managing chronic conditions, and juggling family responsibilities alongside their … More

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM CT

Why Personalization and Aspiration Aren’t Enough for Workplace…
Wellbeing personalization is powerful – but without alignment, it’s incomplete. In this session, a large employer will share how they successfully use … More

10:50 AM - 11:20 AM CT

Refreshment Break

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM CT

The Sleep-Health Connection: How Treating Sleep Disorders Impr…
Sleep disorders don’t exist in isolation – they fuel and exacerbate chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, driving up health car … More

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM CT

Addressing Population Health Needs: How BNSF Ensures Access to…
National companies like Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) face unique challenges in ensuring equitable health care access for their employes. With … More

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM CT

Conference Wrap-Up & Prizes

Pre-Conference Events

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

The Latest Advancements, Challenges, and Opportunities in Workplace Health and Productivity

This seminar aims to bring together leaders, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and oppor …

02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

GLP-1s and Weight Management Approaches: Cost, Productivity, and Quality of Life Opportunities

To reduce the burden of disease on employees, it is important for employers to understand the impact of obesity on chronic conditions. We will expl …

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Rate: $369

Cutoff Date: September 22, 2025

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