GLP-1s and specialty medications are reshaping pharmacy benefits and driving costs higher. As demand surges, employers are under pressure to manage budgets without compromising care. Attend this session to learn how to navigate this evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.
Experts from Nava Benefits and Rightway will cover:
- The true impact of GLP-1s and specialty meds on employer healthcare costs
- Coverage strategies that balance access and affordability
- How plan design, formularies, and contracts affect your bottom line
Walk away with actionable strategies to optimize your pharmacy benefits and make informed, cost-effective decisions for your workforce.
Meet the Presenters
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Marie Holmes, Client Solutions Consultant at Nava Benefits
With over 15 years of experience in the employee benefits space, Marie has partnered with clients of all sizes to design and manage effective, sustainable benefit strategies. Marie's expertise lies in alternative funding solutions, where she helps employers gain greater control and cost transparency. She takes a data-driven approach to consulting, turning insights into actionable strategies that deliver real value. Passionate about simplifying the complex, Marie focuses on outcomes that align with both business goals and employee needs.
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Shawn Earl, Director, PBM Specialty Pharmacy Strategy at Rightway
A seasoned pharmacy strategist with deep expertise in pharmaceutical and digital health, specializing in pharmacy consulting and strategic growth initiatives. Skilled in financial modeling to deliver impactful, results-driven solutions. Currently focused on optimizing specialty pharmacy spend and guiding clients through complex challenges. Combines technical acumen with practical industry insight to drive sustainable growth and maximize total spend ROI for health plans.
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Chad Frazier, Vice President PBM Sales, Western US at Rightway
Chad brings 15+ years of solution-based sales experience in healthcare and the self-funded space. Before joining Rightway, he built deep expertise at a pharmacy consulting firm and a PBM Coalition, sharpening his ability to navigate complex healthcare solutions.
Passionate about partnering with benefit consultants, captives, TPAs, and strategic distribution partners, Chad focuses on reducing costs and delivering tailored solutions.
SHRM certification has approved this webinar for 1 PDC toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. A program code will be provided at the end of the webinar.