
Navigating Rising Healthcare Costs for Middle Market Employers
In-Person Breakfast Meeting
Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 7:15 am to 9:00 am (Pacific Time)
Networking / Breakfast: 7:15 - 7:50 am
Meeting: 7:50 - 9:00 am
McGriff Insurance Services, 130 Theory Ste 200, Irvine, CA 92617 (free parking)
We are thrilled to welcome Erin Hoefer and Amy Rising from McGriff as our guest speakers. They will share actionable steps that employers can take to:
✅ Enhance the value of your benefits program for both your company and your employees
✅ Leverage your benefits program as a competitive advantage for attracting and retaining top talent
✅ Encourage healthy lifestyles that boost morale and productivity
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights and strategies that can make a real difference in your organization. Don’t miss out on the chance to network with fellow HR professionals and learn from industry experts!
Amy Rising
Senior Vice President, Practice Leader
Health Management Services
Amy has been with McGriff since 2011 as Senior Vice President of Health Management Services, where she leads the strategic vision and direction for the department’s Clinical Analytics, Consulting, and Wellness Account Management solutions. In her role, Amy drives the product development and execution of health engagement and well-being programs for high-profile employers focusing on improving population health outcomes and reducing health benefit costs. She delivers these services through data-driven, strategic consultation, management, and ongoing program evaluation.
With more than 25 years of clinical nursing and health plan experience, Amy is a seasoned healthcare professional with a proven track record in care management, well-being program design, and operational delivery. Her expertise extends to clinical data analytics reporting and program evaluation for industry-leading organizations in Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Healthcare, and Financial Service sectors, supporting their achievement of improved utilization, slowed disease progression, and reduced healthcare spending.
Amy holds a dual academic background, with degrees in Nursing Science and Business Administration, in addition to a Master’s Certification in Healthcare Transformation. She is a licensed Registered Nurse, and a Life & Health Agent, and maintains Faculty Member status with the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA).
Erin Hoefer
SVP, Consulting Services
Erin serves as the primary relationship manager and a leading healthcare strategist for her clients. She partners with clients and her team to craft and execute comprehensive benefits strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Erin is dedicated to developing long-term plans and overseeing service delivery for her clients at all levels, leveraging her expertise to enhance outcomes.
With over 25 years of experience in the benefits industry, Erin has a proven track record of working with some of McGriff’s largest clients across diverse sectors. While her primary focus is on domestic benefit programs, she can help clients navigate international benefit needs.
She is passionate about transforming the healthcare system through innovative program design and is committed to ensuring that her employer partners leverage their benefit programs as a competitive advantage. Before joining McGriff in May 2010, Erin began her career as a retirement actuary at another prominent consulting firm. Erin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from DePaul University and is a licensed Life and Health Agent.
Erin is a Board Member at the J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center in Orange County where they are dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities through therapeutic horse-related programs.
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Note:
(i) Once you have registered for this event, we will not be able to refund your payment should you be unable to attend.
(ii) Those who do not register and have pre-paid 24 hours in advance will be charged an additional $10 at the door.
(iii) Attendance counts toward WorldatWork recertification.