NEBGH Voices

In this episode of NEBGH Voices, Kim Thiboldeaux sits down with Shawn Gremminger, President and CEO of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, to discuss the growing impact of the 340B Drug Pricing Program on employer-sponsored healthcare. Together, they explore how the program has evolved, its effect on pharmacy costs and transparency, and what employers can do to better underst...

In this episode of NEBGH Voices , Kim is joined by Jon Koval PharmD, Vice President and General Manager of Pharmacy Care and Weight Health at Transcarent, to explore how pharmacy benefits have become a central driver of healthcare cost, strategy, and employee experience. Jon shares insights on rising specialty drug costs, increasing demand for transparency and PBM reform, and the growing importanc...

In recognition of National Infertility Awareness Week, NEBGH Voices explores how fertility care has evolved over the past decade and why it matters for employers today. Kim Thiboldeaux is joined by Dr. Janet Choi, Chief Medical Officer of Progyny, to discuss rising infertility rates, delayed parenthood, fertility preservation, and the growing role of employer-sponsored benefits. The conversation h...

Pharmacy benefit costs continue to rise, with specialty drugs, GLP-1 therapies, and emerging biosimilars reshaping employer health strategies. In this episode of NEBGH Voices, Kim Thiboldeaux sits down with Ryan Czado, Chief Pharmacy Officer at RazorMetrics, to explore the most important pharmacy and specialty drug trends benefits leaders should be tracking. The conversation examines growing inves...

Season 2 of NEBGH Voices opens with a preview of what’s ahead for NEBGH in 2026. Kim is joined by NEBGH’s Janaera Gaston, Jeanette Fuente, and Emily Commer to highlight the year’s major events - including the Tribute to Leadership, Cardiometabolic Conference, 15th Annual Conference, Pharmacy Benefits Conference, and an upcoming physical and mental health and well-being event. The conversation expl...

In this year-end episode, Kim Thiboldeaux reflects on a productive year at NEBGH and looks ahead to what’s coming in 2026, thanking members and partners for their continued engagement and support. She also highlights a recent Mondays with Dr. Mark and Dr. Michael episode featuring mindfulness expert and author Harriet Stein and encourages listeners to revisit NEBGH programming available on our web...

In this episode of NEBGH Voices , Kim Thiboldeaux speaks with Dr. Michelle Morse, Acting Health Commissioner and Chief Medical Officer of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. They explore the goals of the HealthyNYC initiative, approaches to strengthening vaccine confidence, and the city’s progress in cancer prevention and screening equity. Dr. Morse also discusses how employers can su...

What does it take to move from intent to real impact on LGBTQ+ inclusion at work? In this episode of NEBGH Voices , CEO Kim Thiboldeaux talks with Shawnie Hawkins, Senior Director of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Workplace Equality Program, about how employers can build environments where LGBTQ+ employees thrive. From the Corporate Equality Index to the expectations of today’s emerging wo...

In this powerful episode of NEBGH Voices , Dr. Kate O’Brien of the World Health Organization (WHO) and Dr. Vin Gupta, pulmonologist and public health expert, join NEBGH’s Kim Thiboldeaux to explore how employers can navigate the complex vaccine landscape. From WHO’s evidence-based global recommendations to national medical associations and the Vaccine Safety Net, our guests outline trusted sources...

In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, this special episode of NEBGH Voices features Kim Thiboldeaux in conversation with Doris Phildor Health Systems Director at the Alzheimer’s Association. Doris shares her personal journey into the field, explains the differences between Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and underscores the importance of early diagnosis and screening....

In this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode of NEBGH Voices, Clare Miller, mental health strategy consultant at Workplace Mental Health, joins Sandi Stein, Global Head of Total Rewards at Brown Brothers Harriman, to explore how employers are driving real impact. From breaking stigma and addressing access barriers to integrating point solutions, this conversation offers practical strategi...

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Gary Puckrein, President and CEO of the National Minority Quality Forum. Dr. Puckrein discusses “The Work at Hand" - the critical mission of reimagining our healthcare system for 2050 and beyond. He shares his perspective on leveraging medical advances to prevent diseases before they occur, from cardiovascular disease to cancer to rare diseases. Dr. Puckrein emphasi...

Women’s health is not just a healthcare issue—it’s a business priority. In this episode of NEBGH Voices, we sit down with Elizabeth Bailey, Managing Partner at Foreground Capital, to explore why investing in women’s health drives better outcomes for employees and employers alike. From market growth to workplace impact, tune in for expert insights on the future of women’s healthcare benefits and in...

This episode of NEGBH Voices explores the vital role of patient navigation in cancer care, highlighting the emotional, financial, and logistical challenges faced by patients and caregivers. The discussion also covers the importance of psychosocial support, recent policy advancements in patient navigation reimbursement, and how employers can better support employees affected by cancer. Host Kim Thi...

Dive into the transformative power of biomarker testing in cancer care. Host Kim Thiboldeaux speaks with Lena Chaihorsky, SVP of Payer Innovation at Alva10, and Ryan Hutto, Head of Commercial Diagnostics at Pfizer Oncology, about how biomarker testing is advancing personalized medicine. Discover how this cutting-edge technology empowers patients, enhances diagnostic precision, and offers pathways...

How does a multinational company roll out a new benefit to thousands of employees in many countries across the globe? Get the inside story on how Sanofi sought to make the workplace more compassionate in the face of cancer and other life-altering medical diagnoses. NEBGH Voices is produced by: Deren Abrams, Adria Subbiondo, and Christian Waugh

In this episode of NEBGH Voices, we take a deep dive into the evolving world of cancer screening and early detection. Dr. Eric Klein, a leading voice in the field from GRAIL, joins us to discuss the current state of cancer screening, the importance of early detection, and how innovation is shaping the future of healthcare. From traditional methods to cutting-edge advancements like multi-cancer ear...

Our core commitment is to ensure that all voices in the healthcare industry are welcome on this podcast, this first episode reflects that promise. We have a leader of a global financial services firm, an executive director and CEO of a major union, and a clinical psychologist transforming the way mental health services are provided. That is quite the combination, to say the least. Our hope is you...

Discover a New Perspective on Employer Health Benefits with NEBGH Voices When it comes to health benefits and the challenges employers face, the narrative is often one-sided. NEBGH Voices, hosted by NEBGH’s CEO Kim Thiboldeaux—an award-winning host and documentary filmmaker—brings you a fresh, multi-dimensional perspective. Each episode features leading industry experts and public figures who shar...