All Posts By

Jessi Cole-Jackson

Mar 11

Global Insurance Expertise: Navigating a Borderless World

By Business Insurance
Global Insurance Expertise: Navigating a Borderless World Expanding internationally opens up new opportunities. However, it also brings complex risks. Regulations, cultural differences, and insurance standards vary by country and can create dangerous gaps in coverage. As a result, global businesses need a consistent insurance strategy to avoid exposure and maintain financial stability wherever they operate. Many businesses juggle disconnected local policies. As a result, crucial coverage gaps can appear. However, Kapnick’s global insurance expertise helps you avoid these risks. We design cohesive international insurance programs that align your coverage across every market. So, your business stays protected—everywhere you operate. The…
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Mar 03

SHRM Names Caregiving a Top Workplace Issue for 2026

By Employee Benefits
Why Employers Should Pay Attention Now In its Top Five Workplace Policy Issues for 2026, SHRM identified that caregiving is a top workplace issue, not just a personal challenge, but a measurable business issue.¹ With limited public care infrastructure and a growing multi-generational workforce, employers are increasingly absorbing the downstream impact of caregiving strain. The data reinforces why this issue can no longer be viewed as peripheral.
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Feb 26

How to Get Your Library Board to Say “Yes” Faster

By Employee Benefits
As a library leader, you are constantly working to improve services, support your staff, and secure the financial health of your organization. You develop thoughtful proposals for new benefits plans or critical compliance updates, only to see them stall in board meetings. The delay or rejection often has little to do with the merit of your ideas. Instead, it comes down to how the information is presented. Getting board approval is often the make-or-break step for moving your library forward. Even the most well-intentioned proposals can get lost in translation, leading to frustrating delays and missed opportunities. The key to…
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Feb 26

Build Your Library Benefits: First Independent Benefits Plan

By Employee Benefits
For a public library, achieving independence from municipal control is a monumental achievement. It marks the beginning of a new chapter, one filled with opportunity and autonomy. However, with this newfound freedom comes the critical responsibility of building an employee benefits program from the ground up. Developing robust library benefits is not just a task—it’s a unique chance to design a plan that truly reflects your organization’s values, supports your dedicated staff, and helps you attract top talent.
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Feb 26

A Plain-Language Guide to PA 152 Compliance for Michigan Libraries

By Employee Benefits
For many library leaders in Michigan, managing compliance with Public Act 152 can feel like a recurring source of stress and confusion. Formally known as the Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act, this law places limits on how much public employers, including libraries, can contribute toward their employees' health insurance premiums. While its purpose is to control costs across the public sector, its requirements can seem complex, and failure to comply can lead to penalties. Navigating these regulations shouldn't be an annual scramble. Understanding the core components of PA 152 allows your library to build a predictable, sustainable process for…
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Feb 24

The True Value of Comprehensive Car Insurance for Your Financial Future

By Personal Insurance
We all know that insuring our vehicles is important. It is a legal requirement in most places, and it provides a safety net when we are on the road. However, when household budgets get tight, it is tempting to look at your monthly premiums and wonder where you can cut costs. Often, drivers decide to buy the bare minimum coverage required by law to save a few dollars each month but investing in comprehensive car insurance is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make. In this guide, we will explore why the "bare minimum" is a risky move…
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Feb 24

Reviewing Your Insurance Before the Holidays

By Personal Insurance
The holiday season often brings a joyful whirlwind of activity. There are family gatherings to plan, gifts to purchase, and travel arrangements to finalize. Amidst this excitement, one crucial task often gets overlooked: Review Insurance Before the Holidays. While it may not be the most festive item on your to-do list, taking time to review insurance before the holidays is one of the most effective ways to protect your family and your assets, ensuring peace of mind during this busy time of year.
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Feb 24

How One Client Avoided $10k in OSHA Fines With Employee Training

By Business Insurance, Case Studies
Workplace safety is vital for every business owner. It protects your team and your company’s financial health. Even with precautions, accidents can happen. In those moments, a thorough paper trail of safety protocols becomes your strongest defense. Adopting a system to avoid OSHA fines with employee training is more than a best practice—it’s a financial safeguard. One of our manufacturing clients recently saw this value in action. They turned a potential five-figure penalty into zero liability. This case study highlights how proactive risk management and consistent training documentation can protect your business.
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Feb 11

Is Your Benefits Spend Hitting the Mark?

By Employee Benefits
As an HR leader or CFO, you spend a significant portion of your budget on employee benefits. The goal is twofold: attract and retain top talent while managing costs effectively. But how do you know if the benefits you offer are truly valued and used by your employees? The effectiveness of your employee benefits spend is a critical question. Offering a benefit that nobody uses is like broadcasting on a dead channel—it’s a financial drain with no return. Conducting a regular benefits cost-benefit analysis is no longer a "nice-to-have" administrative task; it's a strategic necessity. This process helps you identify…
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Feb 04

Manifest and Kapnick Insurance Announce First-of-Its-Kind Partnership for Employer Healthcare Solutions

By Employee Benefits, Kapnick News
MANIFEST AND KAPNICK INSURANCE PARTNER TO IMPROVE HEALTHCARE OPTIONS FOR MICHIGAN EMPLOYERS First-of-its-kind partnership will bring Manifest Provider Collective to progressive West Michigan employers leveraging Kapnick for benefit consulting services. Grand Rapids, Michigan – January 28, 2026 Manifest, a healthcare solutions design studio, today announced a new partnership with Kapnick Insurance, Michigan’s largest independent, family-owned benefits agency. Together, the organizations will make the Manifest Provider Collective available to employers that work with Kapnick for employee benefits and health plan consulting.
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