Attracting Top Talent with Mercer’s Simple Select Program

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, where we explore cutting-edge solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises across Canada. In today’s episode, we’re addressing one of the most significant challenges facing small businesses: creating attractive and affordable employee benefits programs to retain top talent in a competitive market. Joining us is Julie M. Potvin , SME National Leader at Mercer, who brings over 28 years of expertise in health and benefits. With 24 years at Mercer, Julie has been a driving force in developing innovative benefit plans that balance cost-efficiency with employee well-being. Her contributions extend beyond her profession, as she’s actively involved in Ontario’s business community and serves as a mentor for emerging leaders across industries. This episode will uncover: Affordable Benefits Strategies: How small businesses can design competitive packages without breaking the bank. Employee Retention Insights: The role of benefits in attracting and keeping talent. Innovative Trends in Health and Benefits: What’s shaping the future of benefits programs. Stay tuned as Julie shares actionable insights to help small businesses thrive by fostering employee satisfaction and long-term success. Special thanks to our partners: RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.html UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA Constant Contact: https://www.constantcontact.com/landing1/new-marketer?utm_campaign=canadiansme&utm_medium=sponsorlogo&utm_source=brand IHG Hotels and Resorts: https://businessedge.ihg.com/s/registration?language=en_US&CanSME Google: https://www.google.ca/ For more expert insights, subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine at www.canadiansme.ca. Join us next time as we continue bringing valuable strategies to help your business grow. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.