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The Connector podcast from The Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State University, explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina.IEI is a nonpartisan public policy organization focused on the state’s vibrancy and economic competitiveness working with leaders in business, education and public policy to discuss issues with profound implications for North Carolina’s future prosperity.

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How Benefits Fuel Financial Resilience

March 19, 2024 • Institute for Emerging Issues • Season 1 • Episode 25

In this episode of The Connector, SaverLife Vice President of Research and Policy Mat Despard speaks with Institute for Emerging Issues Communications Director Jennifer Heiss about how employer benefits - such as access to healthcare, retirement savings accounts, and more - can help employees and their families achieve household financial resilience.

This episode is the first in a special podcast series highlighting themes that came out of the 2024 Emerging Issues Forum.

IEI’s The Connector Podcast explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina.

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The Connector podcast explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. To learn more about the Institute for Emerging Issues, visit emergingissues.org.