Northeast Business Group on Health (NEBGH)

42% of men are skipping preventive care and that’s a risk we can’t ignore.

Improving engagement starts with focusing on what matters most:

• Primary care & routine checkups
• Chronic condition screening
• Mental health support
• Healthy lifestyle habits

For employers, this is an opportunity to make care more accessible, relevant, and actionable, helping men stay healthier and improving long-term outcomes.

https://www.benefitnews.com/news/42-of-men-skip-preventative-care-improving-these-4-health-categories-is-critical

With 42% of men skipping preventative care, improving these 4 health categories is critical To improve attention to male health, employers should start with enhancing benefits education, enabling time off for appointments, and championing mental wellness.

Thank you to all that attended NEBGH’s 15th Annual Conference!

We’re so glad you joined us for such a terrific day filled with networking and engaging, thought-provoking content. It was a pleasure connecting with so many of you, and we’re already looking forward to seeing you at our next event!

📸 Check out photos from the day here:
👉 https://nebgh.swoogo.com/061826/photos

This event would not have been possible without the incredible support of our members and sponsors. Thank you for helping make the day such a success!

Thank You for an Incredible 15th Annual NEBGH Conference!

A heartfelt thank you to all of our attendees, speakers, and sponsors who made the 15th Annual NEBGH Conference such a memorable and impactful event. Bringing together employers, benefits leaders, and innovators at Convene Brookfield Place, we were proud to celebrate this milestone year in a bigger and more dynamic setting.

Your engagement, insights, and collaboration brought the conference to life—from thought-provoking sessions on the future of healthcare and workforce well-being to meaningful conversations shaping benefits strategy and innovation. This is truly what makes our community so special: leaders coming together to drive change and pioneer solutions.

A special thank you as well for braving the excitement (and crowds!) of the Knicks parade—we appreciate your flexibility and great energy throughout the day. It was fun to celebrate such a historic win alongside an equally inspiring gathering of leaders.

And of course, we are deeply grateful to our sponsors for your continued partnership and support. Your contributions make this work possible and help us create a platform for meaningful dialogue and progress.

Thank you again for being part of this milestone event—we look forward to continuing the conversation and building on this momentum together!

The NEBGH Annual Conference is almost here and we can’t wait to see you there!

📢 Important Travel Advisory

New York City will host the Knicks championship ticker-tape parade tomorrow, Thursday, June 18 starting at 10:00am. Please allow extra travel time.

☕ Doors open at 8:00am for breakfast and coffee

🕣 Sessions begin promptly at 8:30am

Take a moment to review the agenda: https://nebgh.swoogo.com/061826/agenda

Important Details

• Date and Time: Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 8:00am – 4:30pm

• Location: Convene Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10281

Entrance is on the 2nd Floor. Directions:https://nebgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Directions-to-NEBGH-Annual-Conference.pdf

🚇 Subway Changes: Wall Street (4/5) and City Hall (R/W) stations will be closed starting at 4:30am

🚗 Traffic Advisory: Beginning at 7:00am, streets south of Canal will be closed to vehicles (FDR Drive and West Side Highway remain open)

ℹ️ Additional info from NYC: https://www.nyc.gov/content/parade/pages/

Safe travels and see you soon!

Our friends at Epstein Becker Green highlight how states are stepping in to shape workplace AI rules.

With federal action still evolving, employers are facing a growing patchwork, from California’s focus on AI-driven workforce impacts to Connecticut’s push for transparency when AI influences employment decisions.

Worth a quick listen:
https://www.ebglaw.com/insights/podcasts/states-are-now-writing-the-workplace-ai-rules



States Are Now Writing the Workplace AI Rules With federal AI regulation slowing, states are filling the gap. Our attorneys break down California's and Connecticut's new employer AI disclosure requirements.

During Pride Month, NEBGH recognizes the importance of inclusive workplace policies and practices.

The HRC Corporate Equality Index is a valuable benchmark for organizations committed to fairness, equity, and respect for all employees. We encourage employers to use tools like the CEI to strengthen culture, attract talent, and lead with purpose. 🌈

https://www.hrc.org/resources/corporate-equality-index

Corporate Equality Index 2026 The Corporate Equality Index is the national benchmarking tool measuring policies, practices, and benefits pertinent to le***an, gay, bisexual,…

We are less than a week away!!

Join us for the 15th Annual NEBGH Conference—our biggest and most dynamic event yet.

📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Convene Brookfield Place, NYC

Bringing together employers, benefits leaders, and innovators to explore the future of healthcare, workforce well-being, and benefits strategy—this is where ideas turn into action.

Register now: https://nebgh.swoogo.com/061826/

Powering Progress to Drive Change This year marks a major milestone—the 15th Annual NEBGH Conference—now elevated to a larger, more dynamic setting. As the premier event for employers, benefits leaders, and innovators, the conference will spotlight the future of healthcare, workforce well-being, and benefits strategy. This event...

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We were proud to have NEBGH Medical Director Dr. Mark Cunningham-Hill share insights on strengthening vaccine access and confidence. Great discussions on the role of employers, health plans and partners in improving public health. Let’s keep the conversation going! AHIP

Supporting employee wellness includes supporting brain health.

Through the Alzheimer's Association’s Brain Health At Work™ program, employees can have access to education and tools that encourage brain-healthy habits like staying active, eating well, challenging their minds, and managing chronic conditions.

Small daily habits can help protect memory and thinking for the future.

Learn more here: https://www.alz.org/professionals/brain-health-at-work

Brain Health At Work™ Brain Health At Work, a no-cost well-being program by the Alzheimer’s Association, gives organizations practical brain health resources for their employees.