Talking Benefits Podcast
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans resident benefits pros Julie Stich, Justin Held and Anne Patterson dive into retirement, health care, hot topics and trends, and whatever else the benefits industry throws at them!
Episodes debut monthly and have covered topics including mental health, employee stress, substance abuse in the workplace, financial education, family-friendly benefits, student loan repayment and educational benefits, open enrollment, spinal health in the workplace, association plans, and telemedicine to name a few.
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Meet the Team
Julie Stich, CEBS
Vice President, Content at the International Foundation
Julie puts her 35 years of benefits knowledge to good use at the International Foundation. She writes, speaks and presents on benefits, compensation, human resources and financial literacy and serves as the International Foundation spokesperson on benefits issues.
A history buff, Julie enjoys traveling to major U.S. landmarks. She is also a life-long Trekker, and will correct you if you mistakenly call her a "Trekkie".
Justin Held, CEBS
Director, Educational Programs at the International Foundation
In his almost two decades at the Foundation, Justin has taken on several roles. As Director of Educational Programs, he plans and executes multiple educational offerings each year. In his previous Research roles, he compiled and presented data on a wide variety of benefits topics. In his travels, Justin seeks out new ballparks, record stores, and local hikes.
Anne Patterson
Director, PR, Communications & Brand at the International Foundation
With a flair for conversation and curiosity for benefits topics and trends, Anne's work at the Foundation connects the media to original benefits-related data and expertise. She loves talking with fellow benefits enthusiasts and thinks the work of Foundation members is nothing short of heroic. Anne finds joy in creating things—home décor projects, insta-worthy charcuterie boards, or macaroni art with her favorite mini sidekicks.
Stacy Van Alstyne
Director, Membership Experience at the International Foundation
Having spent most of her career at the International Foundation, Stacy continues to be in awe of the work benefits people do. She is always striving to find ways to connect members with the services that help spark solutions and make their day-to-day tasks easier. Stacy is a master gardener and registered yoga teacher. She loves hiking, the smell of a fresh box of crayons, tiny coffee shops and cooking a great meal for friends.