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The Emerging Trends Reshaping the Benefits Landscape

The Hartford Staff
03/05/2026 3 min read
The Hartford’s 2026 Future of Benefits Study explores rising healthcare costs, benefits integration and emerging strategies employers are using to deliver more value.

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Lauren Curran

Lauren Curran

Lauren Curran is a journalist who specializes in career development and higher education. A former reporter with The Associated Press, she has also written for Brown University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Brad John

Brad John

Brad John is the Life Sciences Industry Practice Lead at The Hartford, leading the development and execution of the life science strategic plan, including product, appetite, distribution, and marketing strategy.

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