Family businesses play a vital role in the economy, but leading one often requires navigating a unique set of challenges — balancing business decisions with family relationships, planning for succession, and ensuring…
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee might seem like one of the more straightforward compliance items on your HR calendar. Applicable employers and plan sponsors use the second-quarter Form 720 to make…
Last month, Bender Insurance Solutions had the privilege of hosting the Bender Solutions Summit 2026, an annual client appreciation event designed to bring together business leaders for thoughtful conversations about leadership, resilience,…
The rapid rise of free generative artificial intelligence tools has workplaces abuzz with what comes next. But if you work in human resources or your business has used software to find…
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday business operations. From drafting emails and summarizing reports to analyzing data and brainstorming ideas, AI-powered tools are now widely used across industries. According to…
Financial stress continues to challenge today’s workforce. Rising costs, layoffs, economic uncertainty and unpredictable incomes are putting pressure on many employees’ day-to-day lives. Even when you offer rich benefits, those benefits may…
Some estimates show that close to 10,000 employees retire each day — an astounding figure. However, given that 76 million people were born between 1946 and 1964, it’s clear the number…
Restaurants are fast-paced environments where safety risks are part of the daily operation. According to national safety data, the most common restaurant workers’ compensation claims stem from cuts and lacerations, slips and…
As we begin a new year, I have been reflecting on what it will take—personally and as an organization—to make 2026 even stronger than the year behind us. For me, that reflection…
At Bender Insurance Solutions, longevity isn’t measured only in years — it’s measured in people. As the firm approaches nearly 88 years as a family-led, employee-owned organization, some of the most meaningful…
