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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & THE FUTURE OF HEALTH INSURANCE

Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 9-10:30 AM

With the advent of ChatGPT last year, the concept of artificial intelligence has been dominating news headlines. With the introduction of A.I. platforms capable of analyzing and interpreting information at a rate that far surpasses human ability, it is clear most industries are about to change substantially. Join Sean Riley, Managing Director, and Scott Wham, Director of Compliance and Innovation, to learn how Artificial Intelligence will impact the world of health insurance. The presentation will address A.I.’s impact on health underwriting, care delivery/coordination, prescription drugs, and consumer engagement.

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Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading National Association of Benefits & Insurance Professionals chapters in the country. Please join us for this virtual educational event presented by long time GPAHU Corporate Partner, Cigna

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND OUR YOUTH

Connecting Our Youngest Patients Quickly and Efficiently With Mental Health Care and Treatment

Thursday, November 02nd, 2023 | 10-11am

Mental health in teens and children is a growing concern in the United States. A recent analysis by Evernorth Health Services (a division of The Cigna Group) found a sharp rise in suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among people 17 and under. In many cases, finding behavioral care to support the unique needs of our youth can be a challenge. Join The Cigna Group to hear from Eva Borden, President of Behavioral Health, Evernorth Health Services, and learn more about the mental health challenges facing our youth, the ripple effect these challenges create across the family, and how we can help improve access to services designed to support youth and their families.

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Selling (not telling) the Value of Voluntary Benefits

The unknown revenue stream that you might not be fully realizing.

Wednesday, September 13th | 8:30-11am

Penn State Conference Center, Malvern PA

Healthcare costs continue to climb at unsustainable rates, creating an unaffordability for Employers and Employees. As Healthcare plans cost shift to higher deductibles and limited coverages, the Voluntary Benefit market has become a solution every broker needs in their toolkit. Eric MacDougall, Colonial Life Territory Sales Manager, and GPAHU Board member, will moderate a Panel Discussion with Industry Experts to learn how to position value added propositions to teach clients how to attract, acquire and retain quality employees on products, positioning, and the revenue possibilities that VB brings to the table. You do not want to miss this event! If you do,you will find yourself being left behind in an ever-evolving market!

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COMBATING THE RISING COSTS OF HEALTHCARE

Wednesday,  June 14,  2023  | 9-11am

Financial stability is a growing concern amongst business owners in the Philadelphia region. Inflation, market volatility, and growing concerns regarding a full recession are stoking fears amongst employers. Now is the time that employers need to be managing their health plan costs with the utmost care.

Scott Wham, GPAHU President, OneDigital

John Manion GPAHU President Elect, Conner, Strong & Buckelew

Mark your calendar to join the GPAHU for an in-person education event to
learn strategies that leading employers are adopting to manage their health plan costs during these uncertain times.

Scott Wham, GPAHU President, and
John Manion, GPAHU President Elect, will moderate this panel discussion featuring the following special guests

SPECIAL GUESTS

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THE FUTURE IS EQUITABLE: SOCIAL DETERMINATES OF HEALTH

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 9-10:30AM

Please join us for a virtual education event to hear about how workers are faring after more than a decade of escalating point-of-care cost-shifting in the name of “consumerism.” Ensuring workers have a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible, Dr. Steven Serra, Executive Director, Physician Consultants and Plan Sponsor Insights, will share how Aetna works with plan sponsors to address social determinants—affordability, awareness, access, and assumptions—leading to improved worker health, enhanced plan performance and greater equity.

Our GPAHU Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NABIP chapters in the country.

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BEYOND  THE  RULES

Delivering transparency across all aspects of your client‘s health plan

Wednesday,  May 10,  2023  | 9-10:30AM

While hospital  and  payer transparency  rules  will give  consumers  a better sense  of what they’ll  pay when  it comes  to care,  there  is  so much  more  to the  cost  of a health  plan. Please join us for this education  event with  Centivo’s  Middle  Market  Sales  Leader,  Drew Burns,  and  Mark  Wendling, MD,  Executive  Director at Valley  Preferred  as they dig into the true  cost  of a health  plan and  share  how  to ensure  your  clients  are  getting  the quality they deserve  at  a price  that  makes sense.  Specific  topics  include:

• Partnering  with  your  health  systems  to ensure  true  clinical  integration
• Understanding  the  value  of ACO partners  beyond  administration
• Identifying  where  to invest  now  to save  later  (hint:  it has to  do with primary care!)

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Successful Strategies for Controlling Drug Costs

Thursday, April 20, 2023  | 9-10:30AM

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

Join recognized experts for an “outside-the- box” virtual discussion on emerging trends in the pharmaceutical industry and high-cost drug spending. This session will examine successful strategies for controlling drug costs and how various approaches are impacting the healthcare market.

GPAHU is pleased to welcome back local industry expert Steve Kelly, Chairman and co-founder of Imagine360, to lead the session. Along with Mr. Kelly, pharmacist and thought leader, Dr. Steven T. Boyd, and Leaf Health founding partner, Robert Shelley will share their expertise and insights on specific strategies.

Join us to learn more about this thought- provoking topic that is growing in importance in 2023. Key takeaways for attendees will include:

• Understanding the evolving landscape of specialty drugs and their rising costs
• Challenges and solutions surrounding pharmacy benefits management
• Strategies and insights for benefits professionals navigating client pharmacy benefits

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PREPARING FOR THE SILVER TSUNAMI: HOW TO TRANSITION YOUR CLIENTS INTO MEDICARE

Wednesday, March 22 | 9-11am

Over the next 8-10 years, over 10,000 people will become eligible for Medicare each day in our country. Are you prepared to serve and support your current clients as they navigate this important life transition?

Mark your calendar to join the GPAHU for our return to in-person education events! Come network with your fellow industry leaders and attend a valuable education program to learn from a panel of industry experts. David Gee, Manager for Medicare Group Sales and Government Markets at Independence Blue Cross, along with GPAHU President Scott Wham, will moderate this panel discussion featuring industry leaders in the Medicare insurance market segment.

Through participation you will learn about the following:
• National and Philly Market Age-In trends and market patterns
• Individual and group sponsored retiree solutions
• Why the next 8 to 10 years will be important for the industry

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A Deep Dive into the Benefits of Your GPAHU & NABIP Membership

Friday, February 24th | 9-10:30am

Are you maximizing your annual investment in your GPAHU membership? As the largest local chapter of The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (formerly NAHU), the GPAHU and NABIP helps agents and brokers grow their business in many ways you might not already be aware of. Together, our associations provide cutting edge information that will help you win new clients and provide the best value to those you already serve. Join us to hear from the following special guests:

Bob Tretter will explore the value of NABIP membership by reviewing not only the benefits available, but specific tools and resources such as timely policy positions, infographics, and social media tools to its NABIP Healthcare Happy Hour podcast.

Marcy Buckner will address the legislative lobbying activity currently ongoing and how it benefits the livelihood of our GPAHU members.

Janet Trautwein will share her insights surrounding the recent NABIP name change.

Briana Scafidi and Nick Pedersen will join us to share their personal journeys as two of the first participants in GPAHU’s Emerging Leaders program to active GPAHU members today and how they have used their GPAHU/NABIP membership to progress and grow their careers in the health insurance industry.

The conversation will be facilitated by GPAHU President Scott Wham and GPAHU Membership Chair Michelle Folk

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Keeping Your Clients ACA and ERISA Compliant with the Help of Technology

Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 9-11am

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading National Association of Benefits Insurance Professionals (formerly NAHU) chapters
in the country.

Join us for this educational event presented by long time GPAHU Corporate Partner, Savoy, to learn how to keep your clients compliant.

Our presenters will walk you through the complex ACA and ERISA reporting requirements, who must comply, and how technology can assist you. Additionally, this course will provide information enabling producers to efficiently and accurately assist employers about the tools available to maintain compliance. Chris Handley will provide opening remarks and facilitate this event.

Presented by

PA Course #135150

Chris Hanley, Vice President

Chris Vanderwolk, Senior Vice President, Employer Services and Compliance

Colleen Patterson, Vice President, Employer Services and Compliance

Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 9-11am ET

Cost: FREE for GPAHU/NABIP  members, $50 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. You will receive a separate email with your personal link to view this presentation prior to the event.

RSVP by Monday, January 16th. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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The Political Pendulum: How Everything Could Change in 2023

Thursday, November 17th | 9-10:30am

There is much riding on the 2022 elections. From the congressional midterms to Pennsylvania gubernatorial and general assembly races, we could see significant shifts in our government next year. Pennsylvania is a major battleground with critical house and senate seats up for grabs, as well as a high-profile Governor’s race. When you add redistricting, retiring PA legislators and the general state of polarization in politics, there is much that will be decided in the November elections.

By attending this virtual event you will learn:

How President Joe Biden’s priorities could be impacted by the federal election results

What we can expect from the new congress in 2023 and beyond

What changes are expected in Pennsylvania that could impact health plans, our clients, and our agencies

Join GPAHU and our special guest speakers to examine how the results of this year’s election could impact national and state healthcare policy.

The GPAHU welcomes Marcy Buckner, NAHU Senior VP of Governmental Affairs, Dennis Walsh, President of Bravo Group Government Relations, and Vicky Cagliola, GPAHU Legislative Chair, for an overview of the variety of measures that will impact our industry in 2023. GPAHU President, Scott Wham will moderate this conversation distilling what all of it means to you, our GPAHU members and constituents.

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MICRO-STEPPING YOUR WAY TO AUTHENTICITY AND BETTER HEALTH

Your inner-self is talking. Are you listening?

Thursday, October 20, 2022 | 9-10AM

Please join us for this valuable educational program presented by one of our esteemed Benefactor level partners – Cigna Healthcare.

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

What does well-being and happiness mean to you?

The GPAHU is pleased to welcome presenters Jason Youngblood, Senior Director, Well-Being Center of Excellence – Cigna US Commercial Markets and Cristina Pergament, Vice President of Sales at Cigna Healthcare for a valuable program to help you answer this important question.

Joined by special guest speaker, Megan Miller, creator and host of Attention to Intention podcast, and self-proclaimed Intentional Living Expert, attendees will learn valuable tools to accomplish the following:

• Improve well-being utilizing micro-steps focused on building resilience
• How to turn down the volume from the outside world to find your authentic self
• How to invoke change in the workplace through well-being and vulnerable conversations
• New behavioral health solutions from Cigna to help support well-being, for you and the workplace

Presented by

Cristina Pergament Vice President of Sales, Cigna Healthcare

Jason Youngblood, LPC, CPT Senior Director, Well-Being Center of Excellence Cigna US Commercial Markets

Megan Miller, Intentional Living Expert

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THE BROKER’S MID-MARKET TOOLKIT

Building your strategy to compete in the 50-1000 life market

Wednesday, October 5th | 9-10:30am

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

Join us for this educational event presented by long time GPAHU Corporate Partner, Kistler Tiffany benefits to learn about the expectations of employers in 50-1000 life market.

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NEXT GENERATION REFERENCE BASED PRICING

Wednesday, August 17th | 9-10:00am

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

Please join us for this valuable educational program presented by one of our esteemed Benefactor level partners

Reference Based Pricing (RBP) has been used by health plans for over a decade to help take control of medical benefit costs. During this interactive session attendees will learn how this solution is crossing the chasm from the early adopters to be more of a mainstream solution for brokers and their self-funded employer clients. The discussion will go over how RBP has evolved and dissect the key issues from all sides—provider, plan and patient reviewing the challenges and opportunities. We will also review several major initiatives including

• Consolidated Appropriations Act
• Hospital Price Transparency rule and regulation,
• No Surprises Act
• Direct to Employer (DTE) contracting
• How RBP plan design promotes consumerism

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Mid Terms 2022: Making Sense of the Political Landscape

Wednesday, September  14th | 3-5:00pm ET

Followed  by GPAHU  After Hours  – Cocktail  networking  reception

Penn  State  Great Valley Conference  Center,  Malvern,  PA

GPAHU is pleased to welcome back Dr. Terry Madonna to shed light on what promises to a wild mid-term elections season. Madonna is known across the nation for his sharp
political commentary and for co-creating the Franklin & Marshall
College Poll. One of the nation’s most highly recognized political pollsters, Madonna regularly appears as an analyst for WGAL•
TV and as panelist on WPVI-TV’s Inside Story. He frequently
appears as a guest on talk radio programs across Pennsylvania. He is the current host of the weekly Pennsylvania news and commentary program, Pennsylvania Newsmakers. He has also contributed material to political web sites including MSNBC, The Hill, RealClearPolitics, and Fox News. He co-authors Politically Uncorrected, a bi-weekly political commentary column that has been carried by Capitolwire and PoliticsPA.

Wednesday, September  14th | 3-7:00pm ET

Education Event | 3-5:00pm ET

GPAHU Cocktail Reception/After Party | 5pm – 7pm ET

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $75 for Non-members

RSVP by September 12th . No refunds after September 12th.

Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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MENTAL WELL-BEING TRENDS AND SOLUTIONS

Tuesday, June 21st |11 am – 12 noon ET

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

Please join us for this valuable educational program presented by one of our esteemed Benefactor level partners

Mental health struggles are more prevalent today than ever before and members need support navigating the health ecosystem.

The global pandemic has highlighted the importance of mental health and transformed the healthcare landscape. Improving mental well-being access and availability, driving quality outcomes via provider partnerships that are evidence-based driven, and providing the knowledge and tools to navigate a confusing but robust mental health ecosystem are important to employers, members, and brokers. Mental well-being trends and emerging solutions to promote members health will be discussed. GPAHU is pleased to welcome Jude Bradley, Market Head of Small Groups in this region for Aetna, as moderator of this beneficial conversation. Aetna is a proud corporate partner of the GPAHU.

Presented by

Jude Bradley Small Group Market Head of Sales, Aetna

William Gillis, PsyD Senior Director, Mental Wellbeing Strategic Planning, Aetna

Kim Roman, Executive Director, HealthHUB Strategy Lead, CVS Health

Tom Godfrey, MSW, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CVS Health MinuteClinic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, June 21st |11 am – 12 noon ET

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

 

RSVP by June 19th. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Health Equity – Successfully Serving Underserved Communities

Thursday, May 12th | 9-10:30am

Our Corporate Partners represent the foundation of this Association and are responsible for helping to make the GPAHU one of the leading NAHU chapters in the country.

Please join us for this valuable educational program presented by one of our esteemed Benefactor level partners

Steve Kelly, Co-founder and Charmain of Imagine360

Join recognized experts in an “outside-the-box” discussion on health equity programs and what contributes to their success. This session will examine two innovative and robust programs that are currently serving poorly resourced communities and how they’re improving individual and community health at a grassroots level.

GPAHU is pleased to welcome back industry expert Steve Kelly, Chairman and co-founder of Imagine360 to lead the session.

Along with Mr. Kelly, local nationally recognized Dr. Tyra Bryant- Stephens of CHOP; Darik Croft, COO of miCare Health Center; and Jim Vertino, CIO of Imagine360 will share their insights on specific programs. Join us virtually to learn more about this thought- provoking approach to impacting health equity and its potential to affect the healthcare industry.

We’ll unpack the stories behind the following programs:

• Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP’s) CAPP+ that’s been minimizing asthma triggers via education and environmental causes for 15 years.
• Florida’s ground-breaking West Volusia Hospital Authority (WVHA), an independent special taxing district that provides healthcare access to low-income residents in the coverage “gap”

Thursday, May 12th | 9-10:30am

Time: 9am -10:30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

RSVP by May 10th. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

GPAHU in April

Preparing for the Silver Tsunami; How to transition your clients into Medicare

Thursday, April 28

8:30-11:00am, Penn State Great Valley, Malvern PA

Over the next 8-10 years, over 10,000 people will become eligible for Medicare each day in our country. Are you prepared to serve and support your current clients as they navigate this important life transition?

Mark you calendar to join the GPAHU for our return to in-person education events! Come network with your fellow industry leaders and attend a valuable education program

David Gee, Manager for Medicare Group Sales and Government Markets at Independence Blue Cross, along with GPAHU President Scott Wham, will moderate this panel discussion featuring industry leaders in the Medicare insurance market segment.

Jennifer Roth – Account Executive, Medicare, Emerson Reid, LLC

Dawn Myers – VP of Marketing & Sales, DVBS Division

Robert McFillin – Chief Executive Officer, Medicare Choice Group

Paul Gill – Sales Director for the Mid-Atlantic Region, Cigna Dominick Mazza – Executive Director of Aetna Medicare, PA

Through participation you will learn about the following:

• National and Philly Market Age-In trends and market patterns
• Individual and group sponsored retiree solutions
• Why the next 8 to 10 years will be important for the industry

Industry Leaders

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Maximizing the Return on Your Investment- A Deep Dive into the Benefits of Your GPAHU & NAHU Membership

Including a NAHU Cap Conference Debrief

You are invited to attend a virtual GPAHU Education Event
Thursday, March 24, 2022 9-10:30am

Earlier in March the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) held its annual Cap Conference in Washington, DC. Over 450 NAHU members attended in person joined by hundreds more virtually. GPAHU President, Scott Wham, and Legislative Chair, Vicky Cagliola, will provide a breakdown of the material presented at the conference and the key takeaways as it affects you and your livelihood in this industry.

From essential resources, such as timely policy positions, infographics and social media tools to its NAHU Healthcare Happy Hour podcast, NAHU provides cutting edge information that will help you win new clients and provide the best value to those you already serve. But do you know how maximize the return on your annual investment of membership? NAHU helps agents and brokers grow their business in many ways that you might not already be aware of. Bob Tretter will join us from NAHU to take attendees on a deeper dive into the value of NAHU membership by looking at not only the benefits available, but specific tools and resources that are not as well known. He will also focus on the NAHU website and showcase the resources available there. Erica Hain, long time GPAHU and NAHU member, will share her personal journey from local member to becoming a NAHU Region Vice President and why she supports NAHU participation by all her employees at Geisinger. Additionally, Former GPAHU President and NAHU Membership committee member, David Cagliola, will share his perspective on the rollout of NAHU’s new Agency Membership model and why he chose to enroll his agency, Simkiss & Block.

The conversation will be facilitated by GPAHU President Scott Wham and GPAHU Membership Chair Michelle Folk.

Thursday, March 24, 2022  | 9-10:30am

Time: 9am -10:30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

RSVP by March 22nd. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Covid 19: Utilizing analytics to mitigate plan risk

Wednesday , February 23rd | 9:00-10:30am

Many employers and health plans are faced with significant new costs because of COVID-19. Now more than ever, the employer-clients we serve need to be leveraging all the tools at their fingertips to manage plan costs.

Please join us to hear Craig Kurtzweil, Vice President, Center for Advanced Analytics for UnitedHealthcare National Accounts, share his insights into how health plans are utilizing data to navigate the challenge of cost- containment in the COVID-19 era. Learn how forward- thinking plan sponsors are getting ahead of wasteful expenditures, identifying areas for investing in managing chronic disease, and leveraging data-driven insights to preserve plan viability.

Wednesday , February 23rd | 9:00-10:30am

Time: 9am -10:30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

RSVP by February 22nd. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Healthy Habits of Highly Effective Professionals

Don’t Be Left Behind

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00am

ENCORE Presentation! Back for another presentation by popular demand

Wendy Ebner

In today’s volatile business environment, implementing proven techniques will help you maintain and build your professional image and client satisfaction. Please join Wendy Ebner, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Savoy as she explores best practices and habits professionals can incorporate into their daily life to maximize client satisfaction

Attendees will gain insight into:

• Top hard and soft skills for insurance broker success
• How to leverage resources from your partners
• Best practices and standards in sales and client service
• How to Prioritize, Service and Consult in a Digital World
• How to leverage Technology for Winning Results
• Staying Up-to-Date with Newest Trends in Product

Chris Hanley

Additionally, Chris Handley, Vice President at Savoy and the new President of the Pennsylvania Association of Health Underwriters (PAHU), will share both his insights on growing and running your business more efficiently and the most up to date information from PAHU.

Sponsored by:

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Time: 9am -111.00am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by January 24th.. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Insider Perspectives with Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner, Jessica Altman: 

What lies ahead in 2022 for Pennsylvania’s Insurance markets? 

Wednesday, January 5, 2022 | 9:00 – 10:30am

It’s becoming clear that 2022 will be a year of significant changes impacting health plans and healthcare consumers alike.  From new transparency rules to the ongoing fight against COVID-19, it promises to be a very interesting year for Pennsylvania’s health insurance markets. GPAHU is pleased to announce that it is hosting an interactive conversation with PA Department of Insurance Commissioner Jessica Altman, as we review the healthcare landscape of Pennsylvania in 2022.  Come join us to hear the Commissioner’s perspective on issues that will impact our industry including PA’s Healthcare Exchange “Pennie,” the future of Telemedicine in PA, ICHRAs and Association Health Plans.  Commissioner Altman will also be taking your questions on the issues that your clients are facing.

The conversation will be facilitated by GPAHU President Scott Wham and Legislative Chair Vicky Cagliola.

Wednesday, January 5th, 2022

Time: 9am -10:30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

RSVP by January 4^th.. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Escalating Health Plan Requirements in 2022 and Beyond

Tuesday, November 16^th, 2021 | 9:00 – 10:30am

It’s no secret that 2021 has been a challenge for many health plans, employers, and individuals alike.  Constantly shifting legislation and regulations added new layers of complexity to educating health care consumers in all markets.  Well, it looks like legislation, regulations, and obligations slated to take effect in 2022 will bring even more change to the way we engage with our clients.  From new transparency, balance billing, and compensation disclosure rules to massive legislative proposals that rival the ACA in scope, it’s safe to say 2022 will be another year of shifting obligations for all who work in our industry.

By attending this virtual event you will learn:

• How new legislation will impact health plans, employers and individuals starting in 2022
• When the new regulatory requirements will become effective, and the ways they will influence how group health plans are administered
• How to advise your clients in this complex legislative and regulatory environment

The GPAHU welcomes

Marcy Buckner, NAHU Senior VP of Governmental Affairs, and Vicky Cagliola, GPAHU Legislative Chair, for an overview of the variety of measures that will impact our industry in 2022 including a conversation distilling what all of it means to you, our GPAHU members, moderated by GPAHU President, Scott Wham.

Tuesday, November 16th, 2021

Time: 9am -10:30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. Your link to view this presentation will be included in your confirmation email.

Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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How Convenience and Affordability are Driving Where Patients Receive Care

The Evolution of Site of Care

Tuesday, September 28th | 9-10:30am

Jessica Conley

Today there are more options for cost-efficient choices for site of care that can provide the same high-quality care in a more practical setting with less member cost share. Fueled by the Pandemic environment, we have seen members who are more cognizant of seeking out sites they deem to be safer to maximize their personal safety. The choices in sites of care will be an evolution that continues to develop in the coming years.

Rich Gentleman

Join us to hear directly from Aetna’s network and provider contracting leadership, Jessica Conley and Richard Gentleman, followed by a discussion with GPAHU President, Scott Wham.

Scott Wham

By participating in this event, you will be able to conduct more informed and consultative discussions with your clients & prospects about our changing healthcare landscape. The discussion will be focused on the evolution of sites of care. The discussion will include

Additionally, Jude Bradley, Aetna Market Head of small groups, PA, DE, WV, MD, DC & VA will share relevant Aetna updates as we all prepare for our busy fall/January season while Michael King, Aetna Market Head of middle market PA, DE & WV will conclude the program with his observations on the guest speaker’s discussion.

Sponsored by:

Tuesday, September 28th, 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU/NAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event.

RSVP by September 24th

Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Healthy Habits of Highly Effective Professionals

Don’t Be Left Behind

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 | 9:00 – 11:00am

Wendy Ebner

In today’s volatile business environment, implementing proven techniques will help you maintain and build your professional image and client satisfaction. Please join Wendy Ebner, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Savoy as she explores best practices and habits professionals can incorporate into their daily life to maximize client satisfaction

Attendees will gain insight into:

• Top hard and soft skills for insurance broker success
• How to leverage resources from your partners
• Best practices and standards in sales and client service
• How to Prioritize, Service and Consult in a Digital World
• How to leverage Technology for Winning Results
• Staying Up-to-Date with Newest Trends in Product

Chris Hanley

Additionally, Chris Handley, Vice President at Savoy and the new President of the Pennsylvania Association of Health Underwriters (PAHU), will share both his insights on growing and running your business more efficiently and the most up to date information from PAHU.

Bonus – Participants Earn 2 CE credits in PA and NJ

Sponsored by:

Wednesday, October 13th, 2021

Time: 9am -111.00am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $20 for Non-members

This will be a virtual event. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

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Moneyball and the Future of Health Policy

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 | 9-10:30am

In his 2003 bestseller ”Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game”, author Michael Lewis told the story of how Oakland A’s General Manager Billy Beane used analytics to assemble a competitive baseball team despite having a (relatively) miniscule budget. Operating on a shoe-string budget, Beane and his team of data analysts used a revolutionary method of identifying hidden value in underpriced talent; a method that has since upended the whole of professional sports. As politicians across the country continue to fall back on the same old health policy talking points, how can we take the lessons from Moneyball to create a new vision of health policy?

Please join GPAHU President Scott Wham, Esq., Director of Compliance and Innovation at Kistler Tiffany Benefits, as he explores how the lessons from Moneyball can be used to shape a new path for health policy, influence how we position our value-proposition with our clients, and identify opportunities for improving the everyday health of the individuals we serve.

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Tuesday, August 31 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

2021: Year of the Healthcare Reset The Employer’s Perspective

Thursday May 20th

9-10:30am

2020 was a year spent in survival mode for many of us. For employers, that meant focusing on business challenges, managing declining revenue, creating workplace safety protocols, and adjusting to change. Our expert panel will share how employers pivoted and persevered through the pandemic and discuss how health plans have moved front and center nationwide. How did 2020 impact the workforce and employee benefit programs? As employers advance toward recovery and revisit their healthcare strategy, what are they seeking from benefit advisors? GPAHU is pleased to welcome back industry expert Steve Kelly, Chairman and Co-founder of ELAP Services, to lead this discussion.

Join us to hear our guest employers provide perspectives on these questions:

• How did they adapt or change?
• How did 2020 impact the workforce and the Employee Benefit Program?
• What will employers seek from benefit advisors going forward?
• What might a healthcare reset look like?

Steve Kelly, Chairman and Co-founder, ELAP Services, Steve Kelly is the Chairman and Co-founder of ELAP Services, a leading healthcare solution for self-funded employers based in Wayne, Pa. He is a recognized expert in the insurance, employee benefits and risk management industry, bringing more than three decades of experience solving his clients’ complex healthcare challenges.

Christin Deacon
Assistant Director of Pensions and Benefits, Department of Treasury, NJ
Christin has served in a variety of capacities both in government service and in the private sector throughout her career. Prior to her current role, Christin served as Assistant Counsel to former Governor Chris Christie, where she handled a portfolio consisting of Department of Banking and Insurance, the New Jersey Lottery, Division of Investments, and all other agencies within Treasury. Christin also served as Deputy Attorney General for the State where she was involved in matters including the State and School Employee Health Benefits Plans (SHBP/SEHBP).

Nick Porter
Vice President Total Rewards, Signature HealthCARE

Nick is a human resources professional with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry. Nick managed a benefit plan for senior care facilities during COVID-19 and addressed the unique challenges of that sector. He is also skilled in Deferred Compensation, U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Team Building, Public Speaking, and Performance Management. His specific accomplishments include market-based fringe benefits, reference-based pricing models that save companies millions of dollars and enhancing the end user experience.

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Thursday, May 20th , 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by May 18th.  Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

Creating a Culture of Inclusion in the Workplace

A GPAHU Panel Discussion

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 9-10:30am

The GPAHU is pleased to host a panel discussion with industry experts on the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace, how our Industry can lead and what employers need to be mindful of when working towards DE&I in the workplace. Our subject matter experts will review how employers can develop DE&I policies, why they are important in today’s environment, and how our industry needs to be out in front of this effort, to lead our clients successfully.

Dr. Brandi Baldwin is a thought leader and author tackling relevant business challenges: diversity and inclusion and advocating for equity in all levels of business. She is the founding visionary for the Calling All Allies Project, an innovative initiative that empowers organizations to address racial inequality by making necessary, positive change in the areas where culture and climate intersect with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

John Clayton Jr., is the Director of Diversity Inclusion & Workforce Initiatives for Independence Blue Cross. John’s responsibilities include the design, development, and implementation of Independence’s diversity and inclusion strategy, managing its employee resource groups, and servings as a subject matter expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices.

Dan Gallagher of Exude Inc. is a transformative and results-driven business executive with success developing people, processes, and performance in high-growth companies across multiple industries. Dan leads the Human Resources Consulting and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion areas at Exude.

Zach Wilcha, Executive Director of the Independence Business Alliance, the LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. An attorney, activist, and fundraiser, Wilcha has been a regular speaker on a number of issues including LGBTQ+ Affairs and diversity, inclusion, and equity.

The Panel will be hosted by Olympia Tavorn and Sherie Couser, Independence Blue Cross, former GPAHU Emerging Leaders and creators of the GPAHU DE&I Initiative

Wednesday, June 16th , 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by June 14th.  Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

A New Journey for the Delivery of Healthcare

Current and Post Pandemic Trends, Partnerships and Innovations

Wednesday, April 21, 2021    9:00-10:30am

Join us for a discussion on the pre/post pandemic changes in the delivery of Healthcare.

• Expectations for Post Pandemic Environment
• Social & Technology Innovations
• Local & National Distribution Trends

Brett Mayfield, Independence Blue Cross Senior VP and Local Market President
(Consumer, Small Group and Middle Markets), will open this educational session
by sharing his thoughts and observations on the current state of our industry.
Additionally, he will review the IBC footprint expansion, leadership updates and
leveraging broker relationships in the local landscape.

Special guest speaker Dr. Richard L. Snyder M.D., Executive Vice President, Facilitated Health Networks, and Chief Medical Officer for Independence Blue Cross,
will discuss trends, vaccination rollout, return to work steps, and future state of healthcare trends, provider and community engagement. All will be discussed with
consideration to our whole-person health initiative.

Madelyn Fernstrom, PhD, Health Strategist and Quil Health Chief Clinical and Science Advisor, will continue to elaborate on the change that the pandemic has accelerated the partnership trends and technology innovations in the patients, providers and payer spaces.

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by April 19th.  Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

Understanding Legislative Advocacy – Your Voice Matters

Wednesday, April 7, 2021    9:00-10:30am

GPAHU is pleased to welcome Marcy Buckner, NAHU’s Senior Vice President of Government Affairs. At this legislative education event, you will learn about the federal priorities that NAHU is focusing on in 2021 and beyond. In addition, Marcy will share how NAHU determines its legislative priorities and provide insight into the inner workings of NAHU’s government relations activity. Vicky Cagliola, GPAHU’s Legislative Chair, will be speaking about the critical state legislative issues and the importance of advocating health policy on behalf of our clients. Vicky is Director of Compliance at Simkiss & Block.

Join us virtually to learn how to shape the future of your business and positively impact your clients through legislative advocacy.

Speakers

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by April 5.  Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

Cost Containment Innovation: The Broker and Employer Perspectives

Thursday, March 25, 2021 

9:00-11:00am

Join us for a discussion exploring the value of partnering with a fully-integrated RBP solution, as well as the outcomes and successes that go beyond financial savings. Homestead Smart Health Plans CRO, Joe Haddock, will moderate a panel discussion that will cover the following:

• How to effectively mitigate runaway healthcare costs while enhancing benefits, employee well-being, and retention
• How effective communication and education can create shared success in the adoption of a cost-containment solution
• Value creation through health benefits to develop a comprehensive employee engagement strategy
• Addressing apprehensions in abandoning the status quo for innovative alternatives
• The importance of choosing a partner over a vendor

Speakers

Presented in partnership with

Date: Thursday, March 25, 2021

Time: 9am -11.00am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by March 23rd.  Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A GPAHU EDUCATION EVENT

Trends in Behavioral Health & Impact on Providers and Members

Thursday, February 18th, 2021

9:00-10:30am

Join us for a discussion on supporting employees’ behavioral health in a time of stress and uncertainty. Special guest speaker Kate Mellor, Vice President, Behavioral Health Client Strategy for Optum, will discuss the impact that COVID-19 is having on individual’s mental health in both the short and long term. In her role at Optum, Kate works to solve existing clients’ challenges by developing and deploying innovative data driven solutions using her experience of more than 15 years in the healthcare and wellness industry.

Additionally, the magnitude of the changes around us are fast tracking trends that were already taking hold prior to the pandemic resulting in the need for new resources that employers can use to adapt to these changes will be discussed. Dan Tropeano, CEO, at UnitedHealthcare of Pennsylvania & Delaware will open this educational session by sharing his thoughts and observations on the current state of our industry.

Speakers

Presented in partnership with

Date: Thursday, February 18 , 2021

Time: 9am -10.30am

Cost: FREE for GPAHU members, $15 for Non-members

This will be a virtual presentation. You will be emailed a link for the presentation.

RSVP by February 16th.. Inquiries to Karen Mardis at kwmardis@gpahu.net