A Symetra podcast series where we discuss the future of work with topics ranging from the accelerating emergence of data and technology, to evolving workforce dynamics, and the impacts to employers, employees and benefit solution providers.
The January 2026 stop loss cycle delivered a market unlike anything we’ve seen in years. Escalating medical inflation, a surge in catastrophic claims for cancer and other conditions collided with carriers under pressure to hit pricing targets—creating one of the most volatile years to date.
But the bigger question is: what does it mean for the rest of the year and 2027? In this bonus episode of the Working Forward podcast, members of our stop loss leadership team are joined by Ron Peck, Esq., Chief Legal Officer at The Phia Group, and Mehb Khoja, Chief Growth Officer at BCS Financial Corporation, to unpack what happened and explore what’s next for brokers, carriers, and self-funded groups.
10 Sept 2025
Resiliency and redefining possibility with Chris Waddell
In our final episode of Season 2, Todd is joined by our VP, Head of Workforce Benefits Sales, David Schneeweis, to interview Paralympic champion Chris Waddell. Chris shares his incredible journey—including his goal to become the first paraplegic to summit Mount Kilimanjaro—and how he overcame challenges along the way. Join us as we talk about how we can bring that same spirit into the workplace, creating environments where everyone has the opportunity to push through adversity and thrive.
3 Sept 2025
AI’s impact on the financial services industry
From streamlining operations and enhancing customer experiences to raising ethical and regulatory concerns. In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming the financial services landscape, what it means for risk management and how organizations can responsibly navigate this evolving technology.
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