The Eazy Benefits Blueprint

In this episode of The Eazy Benefits Blueprint, Hugh Doyle sits down with Susy Martins, CEO of Advise2Rise, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation on the evolving role of employee benefits—especially when it comes to women’s health. Drawing from her experience across global enterprises and high-growth startups, Susy shares real-world insights into leadership trends, the persistent drop-off of women at senior levels, and the emerging challenges around menopause, fertility, and mental health in the workplace. Together, Hugh and Susy unpack why benefits strategies are lagging behind employee needs—and what forward-thinking organizations are doing differently. From flexible spending and care navigation to the business case for investing in women’s health, this episode explores how companies can move beyond “checking the box” and start delivering meaningful, modern support for their workforce. If you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply curious about where workplace benefits are headed, this conversation is packed with practical insights and candid perspectives.

In this episode, Jackie Hanson (CO-Founder & CEO of Sprout Family) joins Lauren Costanzo (Account Manager, Eazy Benefits) for a deep dive into one of the fastest-growing areas of workplace wellness: fertility benefits.We break down why fertility support is becoming a new standard in modern benefits plans—and what employers need to know as expectations shift.🔹 What We Cover: • Why fertility benefits are gaining so much attention • The real challenges employees face—cost, access, stigma • How fertility support connects to broader women’s health and DEI goals • Why traditional plans often miss the mark • What a truly comprehensive fertility program looks like • Market trends, adoption stats, and policy changes to watch • How employers can gather data, build a business case, and prove ROI • Practical steps for offering fertility benefits—plus employer success storiesJackie and Lauren bring together industry insight and real-world experience to help HR teams, employers, and advisors understand the strategic value of fertility benefits—not as a perk, but as a smart, ROI-driven investment in their people.If you’re exploring ways to modernize your benefits offering, stay competitive, and support today’s diverse workforce, this episode is a must-watch.Learn more about Sprout Family: SproutFamily.ca

Most companies offer employee benefits — but are they actually giving people what they want? In this episode, Eazy Benefits Managing Director John Ohorodnyk and Account Manager Ben Wolkowycki dig into what employees value most in today’s workplace, how expectations are shifting, and where organizations often miss the mark. From flexibility and mental health support to personalized options that fit real lifestyles, John and Ben explore the trends shaping benefits programs — and how employers can adapt to stay competitive.

In the first episode of The Eazy Benefits Blueprint, hosts Hugh Doyle and John Ohorodnyk dive deep into why today’s employee benefits system no longer works for modern organizations—or their people. From outdated plan designs and rising costs to the growing disconnect between what employers offer and what employees actually want, they break down the core problems and share practical strategies to fix them. Whether you’re an HR leader, business owner, or employee benefits professional, this episode will help you rethink benefits and create a plan that truly works.