What Employees Want Now: Benefits Trends Every Employer Should Know

Victor McKnight

Vice President at Brown & Brown Insurance

Oct 08, 2026 | 10–11 AM PT

In today’s competitive labor market, employee expectations around benefits are evolving faster than ever. Competitive pay alone is no longer enough. Employees are looking for benefits that support their financial well-being, health, flexibility, and long-term security, making a thoughtful benefits strategy a key driver of attraction, retention, and engagement.

Join employee benefits expert Vic McKnight for an insightful session exploring the latest trends reshaping the employee benefits landscape. You’ll gain practical insights into what today’s workforce values most, how changing regulations and rising costs are influencing employer decisions, and strategies for designing benefits programs that balance employee needs with business objectives.

Whether you’re a business owner, HR leader, or executive responsible for talent strategy, this webinar will provide actionable guidance to help you create a benefits offering that strengthens your organization while remaining cost-effective and compliant.

In this webinar, you’ll learn:

• The latest trends influencing employee benefits and workforce expectations
• Which benefits matter most to today’s employees and why
• Strategies for attracting and retaining top talent through your benefits program
• How to balance rising costs with meaningful employee value
• Key compliance considerations employers should keep in mind
• Practical approaches to building a competitive, sustainable benefits strategy

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and practical ideas you can apply to your organization.

Meet Your Expert

Vic McKnight is Vice President at Brown & Brown Insurance and a trusted employee benefits consultant with more than 32 years of industry experience. He helps employers uncover hidden costs and opportunities to improve the efficiency and financial performance of their benefit programs while balancing employee experience and financial sustainability. With more than 22 years advising employers as a broker and consultant—and 10 years with health insurance carriers—Vic brings a unique perspective on benefits strategy, cost management, compliance, and emerging healthcare trends. A frequent speaker, he helps employers make informed decisions that support both their workforce and their bottom line.