"This year's symposium features some of the top speakers in the industry, incredible sources of information and continuing education" -Marilyn Stenger, 2014 -2015 President, FAHU Reuter’s May 12, 2015
 
Some of the news, trends and practices featured at this event include-

John Cassis – "The Game Has Changed" – KEYNOTE - John incorporates real life examples into his presentations by sharing his experiences as an athlete, minister, company founder and inspirational speaker for the Chicago Bears.  His genuine style helps audiences re-energize lives, careers and relationships… and see life from a new perspective.

Janet Trautwein, NAHU CEO - What’s New in Washington?  This session offers the most current information out of Washington that you need to know to better assist your clients, from the woman considered an expert in health insurance markets and health plans.  Janet frequently testifies before Congress on issues that impact our industry and livelihood.

David Smith - ERISA: How an old law became a New Compliance Nightmare - Learn what happens to your client if the Department of Labor wants to audit their business for ERISA compliance and how to help your clients stay compliant.  David is Vice President of EbenConcepts and widely acknowledged as a national authority on benefit issues that apply to employers.

Trey Tompkins - 10 Things You Should Know About COBRA But Often Don't  Trey is President of Admin America, Inc. and is an independent administrator and consultant for ERISA plans including Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plans, Section 105 HRAs and COBRA.  (1 hour CE)

Bob Berk - Recognizing Executive Performance Using Executive Benefit Solutions   Bob is the
Owner and General Agent of Florida Financial Insurance Group.  With over 27 years in the insurance and financial services industry, he specializes in assisting brokers with case design, presentation and implementation on a variety of financial concepts, such as Charitable Giving, Executive Benefits and Business Succession.  (1 hour CE)
 
More news, trends and practices offered at this event include-

• Mark Gaunya, GBA   Fee for Service – Transitioning your Business Model
• David Saltzman RHU, DIA  Shape YOUR Shift – Secrets of the ShiftShapers
• Laura Staller  Introduction to FMLA & FMLA Outsourcing *
• Barbara Saxton  Level-Funded Premium Plans *
• Mara Desmedt  The Power of the Private Exchanges
• Vicky Major- Bell, LUTCF, LPRT   Be Secure About Social Security *