The Connex Benefits Network Podcast

The Connex Benefits Network Podcast

Connex Health Consulting

Episodes 43
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Moderate
Since Apr 2020
Latest Episode Oct 2025

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Every 2 Months
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

One-on-one discussions with industry leaders on emerging issues in group benefits, hosted by Connex Health.

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Recent Episodes

Responsible AI Solutions for the Canadian Group Benefits Market

Oct 23, 2025 31m

Join host Denise Balch as she sits down with Jason Spector, Co-Founder and CEO of Lucite, for a deep dive into how AI is reshaping the future of group benefits. Jason shares how Lucite’s AI-native…

Insights into the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)

Feb 20, 2025 25m

In this episode we explore the Canadian Dental Care Plan and the role of group dental care benefits, as well as the evolving dental landscape with Dr. Maneesh Jain, President of the Ontario Dental…

Why Immunization in the Workplace Makes Sense

Jun 04, 2024 45m

Are you up to date? Many adults are not up to date with routine vaccination boosters, like tetanus and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). As we age vaccines are available, but not always publicly…

Pharmacy Today and Tomorrow from the Ontario Pharmacists Association

Feb 22, 2024 43m

In this podcast you’ll hear the discussion Denise Balch has with Justin Bates, Chief Executive Officer of the Ontario Pharmacists Association on the mandate of the OPA, why Ontario falls short on the…

The Expanded Pharmacy Scope of Practice

May 26, 2023 28m

In this podcast Denise Balch of Connex Health speaks with John Ly, Director of Pharmacy Operations for the Sobeys National Pharmacy Group. They discuss the drivers of provincial changes to pharmacy…

An Insurer’s Perspective on Obesity

Jan 13, 2023 26m

In this podcast Denise Balch of Connex Health speaks with Ned Pojskic, VP Pharmacy Benefits Management at Green Shield Canada about obesity, why obesity is a disease, and why Green Shield is changing…

Back to the Future! CLHIA’s perspective on a journey through the pandemic and beyond

Oct 21, 2022 35m Transcript

Joining Denise Balch for this podcast is Joan Weir, recently appointed Vice President, Group Benefits, at the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA). Joan and Denise will explore key…

Living with Multiple Sclerosis and Understanding Reimbursement Gaps

Jun 30, 2022 40m

Joining Denise Balch as guests on this podcast are Dr. Jiwon Oh, a staff neurologist, scientist, and Medical Director of the Barlo Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Program at St. Michael’s Hospital,…

Why Benefits Data is in High Demand

Mar 25, 2022 37m

John Anacleto, Director of Private Payer Strategies & Data Insights, PDCI Market Access, joins Denise Balch to explore more on data analytics, why data is in higher demand than ever and how data…

BPHA Preview - Individual Health and Dental Plans - Solutions for SMEs

Feb 11, 2022 1m

What has changed for SMEs in group benefits? Find out by signing up to the BPHA program to hear our latest of 16 recently-updated modules. Max Mahardi, Business Development Manager at Ontario Blue…

COVID-19 and Pharmaceuticals In Canada

Jan 19, 2022 30m

We are pleased to welcome Cole Pinnow, President of Pfizer Canada and the recently appointed Chair of the Board for Innovative Medicines Canada to this podcast. Mr. Pinnow has a background as a…

BPHA Preview - Third Party Administration

Jan 12, 2022 1m

It’s a New Year and time to sign up for the BPHA program that includes invaluable education about the benefits industry, and comes with membership for access to additional programming and resources…

BPHA Preview - Funding Arrangements and Underwriting Fundamentals

Dec 08, 2021 1m

The BPHA program and membership offers invaluable education about the benefits industry, and allows you to stay current with all the latest trends and developments.Building professional credibility…

BPHA Preview - Pharmaceuticals – Drug Discovery and Reimbursement

Nov 17, 2021 1m Transcript

We're keen to share our new content with you in our Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate program launched October 1, 2021. Listen to an excerpt of Session 1, Module 4, Pharmaceuticals – Drug…

BPHA Preview - Formularies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Nov 10, 2021 2m

We're still not done bringing you our new content in our Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate program, launched October 1, 2021. This week we are featuring a new recorded session by Laura Blair,…

BPHA Preview - Pooled and Voluntary Benefits

Nov 04, 2021 2m

We've recently updated many of the modules in our Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate (BPHA) program to keep it fresh and relevant. We are excited to share with you what we've changed. This…

BPHA Preview - Putting Health Into Vision Care

Oct 27, 2021 0m

New and updated content to the Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate program launched October 1, 2021. We are bringing you a series of excerpts directly from our presenters on what you will take…

BPHA Preview - Pooling in a Complex Market

Oct 20, 2021 1m

Updates to the Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate program launched October 1, 2021. With new modules, new content and new presenters we are bringing you a series of excerpts from some of our…

BPHA Preview - Renewal Analysis and Forecasting

Oct 13, 2021 1m

This week we hear from Emily Stewart and Melissa Lougheed from Benefits by Design on what you will take away from their session, including helpful tips for advisors on how to prepare for a renewal…

BPHA Preview - The Insurance Landscape

Oct 05, 2021 2m

We are live with program updates now! Updates to the Benefits and Private Healthcare Associate program launched October 1, 2021. With new modules, new content and new presenters we are bringing you a…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Connex Benefits Network Podcast have?

The Connex Benefits Network Podcast has published 43 episodes since April 2020, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.

Is The Connex Benefits Network Podcast still active?

The Connex Benefits Network Podcast is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 34m.

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