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    February 2026 VSHRM Luncheon - Take Back Control of High Benefit Costs with A Tailored Strategy

    Date: February 10, 2026, 11:15am – 1:15pm
    Organizer:
    VSHRM
    Location:
    Horizons Conference Center
    6200 State St.
    Saginaw, MI 48603

    OR

    Central Michigan University
    Grawn 150E
    1200 S Franklin St.
    Mt Pleasant, MI 48859

    OR

    Gloria Coles Flint Public Library (Kommareddi Room)
    1026 E. Kearsley St.
    Flint, MI 48503

    OR

    Virtual (through Zoom)
    Price:
    VSHRM Members: $30 In-Person ($15 Virtual) / Non-VSHRM Members/Guests: $35 In-Person ($20 Virtual) / Students: $10 In-Person (FREE Online)
    Event Type:
    Regular Meeting
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    The February 2026 VSHRM Luncheon will see our speaker presenting in-person while there will be luncheons taking place at three different locations:

    Horizons Conference Center (Saginaw)
    Grawn 150E - CMU (Mt. Pleasant)
    Gloria Coles Flint Public Library (Flint)

    If you are attending the Saginaw luncheon, you will be provided lunch for a $30/$35 registration fee.

    If you are attending the Mt. Pleasant luncheon, lunch will be provided.  There is NO COST for attending the Mt. Pleasant luncheon.  Click here for more information on parking.

    If you are attending the Flint luncheon, no lunch will be provided although you are encouraged to bring your own "brown bag" lunch.  There is NO COST for attending the Flint luncheon. Parking is free.

    Take Back Control of High Benefit Costs with A Tailored Strategy

    w/

    Rich Grenay, Vice President of Employee Benefits, Brown & Brown
    Scott Fritz, Employee Benefits Consultant, Brown & Brown

    This presentation from Brown & Brown will:

    • ​Provide an interactive presentation reviewing strategies to manage health care spend.
    • Share knowledge of national employee benefits trends and programs employers can utilize to take control of spend while still maintaining quality solutions.
    • Show the value of having a clear strategic plan.

    Rich Grenay and Scott Fritz are highly regarded Employee Benefits Consultants with over 22 and 18 years of proven experience with both public and private entities. Throughout their careers, they have demonstrated a commitment to delivering strategic benefit solutions that drive positive outcomes for organizations and their employees.

    Rich and Scott help lead teams that are responsible for client strategic planning, day-to-day compliance, labor negotiations, carrier negotiations, renewal discussions, technology recommendations, overall plan oversight, member education and marketplace knowledge. In today’s complex landscape, your benefits program should be an engine for cost-cutting, employee engagement, and long-term ROI. Our process starts with listening to your goals, gaining an understanding of your culture, and translating this information into compliant benefit solutions that align with your vision.

    Implementing a strategic proactive approach that identifies cost saving opportunities and streamlines administration, all while leveraging technology to simplify complexities and eliminate redundancies. Known for their innovative approach, Rich and Scott have played a pivotal role in introducing cutting-edge benefit programs that enhance employee satisfaction and retention. Utilizing an individualized strategic plan consistently yields measurable results, contributing to the overall success and growth of the organizations they have served.


    ***Please be aware that any in-person registration received after Thursday, February 5th will be subject to an additional $10 late fee.***

    ***The virtual version of this meeting will go live no later than 11:45am.***

    Networking: 11:20am-11:30am

    Lunch: 11:30am-12pm

    Program: 12pm-1pm

    Closing: 1pm-1:15pm