Events

Join us for Future Health, Powered by AI – and Our Members, a cross-sector gathering where employers, labor organizations, providers, and health plans explore how AI, transparency, and collaboration can build a more affordable, higher-value health system for Washington.  The event features a fireside conversation with national innovators, interactive networking across sectors, and a recognition moment honoring members who advanced equity, quality, and system improvement in 2026. This is a chance to reflect on shared progress, learn from emerging innovations, and align around the priorities shaping 2027 and beyond. Come connect, learn, and help shape the future of health in Washington. This event is limited to WHA members. If you are unsure if your organization is a member, or you would like to join before the event, contact Director of Member Engagement Nick Jackal at njackal@wahealthalliance.org.

As healthcare costs rise and benefits programs grow more complex, employers face a critical question: how can we maximize the value of our benefits investments while improving outcomes for employees? This webinar explores why many benefits strategies fail to deliver, and what it takes to build a more effective, sustainable approach. We'll cover the growing challenges facing employers and benefits leaders: escalating costs, vendor proliferation, employee engagement hurdles, and increased demands on HR teams. Panelists will share practical strategies for simplifying benefits offerings, improving the employee experience, strengthening accountability, and driving greater value from existing health and well-being investments, plus how to move from fragmented solutions toward a more coordinated approach that supports both workforce health and organizational goals. Designed for employer benefits leaders, HR professionals, brokers, consultants, and other healthcare professionals, this session offers practical insights and real-world perspectives on today's benefits challenges, with results for employees and employers alike.