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Just for Members: A Chat and a Challenge

This two-part Member experience kicks off with an intimate conversation with Financial Health Network President and Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Tescher, followed by a “Shark Tank”-inspired workshop where Members can get real-time feedback on measurement solutions.

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Keynote Address with Jennifer Tescher, President and Chief Executive Officer, Financial Health Network

When we last gathered in person for EMERGE in 2019, the world looked very different. In the turbulent time since, the financial health movement has gained incredible momentum. Now as we finally come back together, we’ll reflect on not only the storms weathered – the financial shocks endured and inequities deepened – but the positive outcomes achieved through innovation, and opportunities to strengthen impact as economic uncertainty continues.

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Keynote Address: Designing Financial Health for All

Historically marginalized communities continue to face barriers to financial health. Companies have opportunities to bridge financial health equity gaps by personalizing their delivery of services, applying best practices in behavioral design, and honing their focus on specific segments that need support. Rob Curtis, CEO of Daylight, will discuss the need for organizations to design products and services that address equity in financial health and Daylight’s unique approach to designing financial services that lower barriers to achieving financial health

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Navigating the True Costs of Auto Insurance for Low-income Americans

Financial Solutions Lab alums Propel and Sigo Seguros discussed providing affordable and accessible auto insurance to the Spanish-speaking market. Between higher purchase prices and the fluctuating cost of gas, auto ownership and maintenance is stretching the budgets of many households across the country. And that's before you consider the fact that a disproportionate number of drivers from immigrant and low-income communities are rated as "high risk" policyholders and pay above average insurance costs.

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Protecting Patients from Medical Debt: Strategies for Hospitals & Health Systems

The COVID-19 pandemic magnified the interdependencies of health, financial health, and equity. Now, a recent White House Executive Order that directs federal agencies to lessen the burden of medical debt on American families highlights the responsibility of healthcare providers in protecting patients financially. Join us as we examine the challenges posed by medical debt and action items for hospitals and health systems to help fight this national crisis.

Rachel Schneider: Mining Empathic, Data-Driven Solutions

There are few people more familiar with the financial lives of Americans than Rachel Schneider. Her seminal research on working families has profoundly changed our understanding of the financial struggles faced by families and communities across the U.S. An author-turned-entrepreneur, Rachel joins Jennifer to talk about her work on the pivotal Financial Diaries project and her new endeavor, Canary, a fintech company aimed at helping workers during moments of financial challenge.

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Building Savings for Frontline Workers

Hear from experts and partners at BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative (ESI) on successful approaches and lessons learned through delivering emergency savings solutions to frontline workers.

Shamina Singh: The Quest for an Equitable Future

In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, Jennifer sits down with Shamina Singh, Founder and President of the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, to explore her fascinating career from politics to the private sector. Shamina discusses her quest for a more sustainable and equitable future, and how she’s developing solutions to make the global economy work for everyone.

Ennie Lim: How Empathy Can Improve the Workplace

Honeybee CEO and co-founder Ennie Lim shares her experiences launching the financial wellness fintech in the wake of her own personal financial challenges. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, Ennie joins Jennifer to talk about coping with gender discrimination in financial services, helping employers navigate operational transformation through the height of the pandemic, and uncovering effective solutions for vulnerable workers, like rainy day funds for workplaces. Listen to learn how Ennie and HoneyBee are bridging financial literacy gaps, and taking steps toward workplace equality.

Jeff Jones: Building Blocks of Purpose

To CEO Jeff Jones, H&R Block isn’t just a tax prep company – it’s an engine for growing financial confidence. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, Jennifer and Jeff talk about how his penchant for studying behavior and his own experience with financial hardship led him to center the company’s growth strategy on a sense of purpose. Tune in to hear how Jeff and his team are leveraging the H&R Block brand and deep customer relationships to turn tax time into an opportunity to improve Americans’ financial health.

Dr. Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee: Advancing Health Equity in the Workplace

Dr. Tamarah Duperval-Brownlee has spent her career working to solve social disparities in the healthcare space. Today, the Chief Health Officer at Accenture is one of the most respected health leaders in the country. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, Jennifer sits down with Dr. Tam to talk about the pandemic’s effect on the medical community, how to approach healthcare from both a community and employee perspective, and the steps to create a more equitable healthcare system.

H.M. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands: Building a Financially Inclusive World

Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands’ passion for financial inclusion began as a child in Argentina, navigating the impacts of hyperinflation on families and desire to act. In her role as the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA), she champions access to affordable and safe financial services for communities around the world, especially underserved groups. Through close collaboration with public and private sector partners, her work has driven real progress for financial health. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, learn more about Queen Máxima’s experiences, accomplishments, and vision for the future of financial inclusion and financial health.

Jennifer Tescher: Looking Back, Moving Forward

It’s been a roller coaster of a year. Still, one thing is certain: There is a growing chorus of leaders committed to improving financial health for all – teaching us that while the context in which we operate matters, acting in line with our values matters more. In a special year-end episode of EMERGE Everywhere, host Jennifer Tescher shares reflections from conversations with 18 visionaries who graced the podcast this year and the lessons we can learn from them as we prepare for 2022.

 
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EMERGE Workplace 2022

This event will explore the latest trends, strategies, and solutions for employers seeking to improve the financial health of their teams.

Brett King: The Future of Everything

Can we predict the future? Brett King believes he can. The self-proclaimed futurist is known for his ability to see the social and economic changes coming and the opportunities they will bring. In this episode of EMERGE Everywhere, Jennifer sits down with Brett to discuss his newest book, “The Rise of Technosocialism: How Inequality, AI and Climate Will Usher in a New World,” and how we can prepare ourselves to meet the most pressing challenges facing businesses and societies today.

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Measure Financial Health in Minutes With Attune

Attune helps organizations optimize for financial health quickly and easily through data measurement and analytics. In a special video spotlight, learn about our new powerful digital insights platform, developed by a world-class advisory council and backed by years of research from the Financial Health Network.