Good News: Your employer may be thinking differently about your benefits.

In 2026, smart companies aren’t cutting back on employee benefits; they’re enhancing them and making wellbeing a core part of the workplace experience. After all, wellbeing drives performance.

As healthcare costs continue to rise, the best employers are realizing that benefits aren't just an expense to minimize, they're a tool to foster a better work culture. Banc of California’s goal for 2026 is to build a workplace where health and happiness aren’t just nice-to-haves, but a large driver of success.

What the focus on "Wellbeing Culture" means for you in 2026

It’s true that 2026 will bring new challenges for companies, especially with the rising costs of healthcare. While some employers may take the easy route and shift more expenses onto employees, Banc of California is doing the opposite.

Banc of California is expanding your wellness benefits with new vendors designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social wellbeing. This year, you’ll have access to Sofi, Summer, Care.com, Rula, and Maven, each offering resources to help you thrive in every aspect of life.

But here’s the key takeaway for you: Companies that choose to treat your wellbeing as a strategic advantage will be the ones who attract and keep the best talent. They'll have better productivity and higher retention rates.

Cutting benefits might seem like a quick fix for a company, but it often drives away good people. The best employers don’t just maintain benefits; they celebrate them. They share how your wellbeing fuels your growth, performance, and purpose at work.

Banc of California is investing in your wellbeing. You can look forward to weekly Wednesday Wellness events, a robust May Mental Health Awareness program, and much more, all designed to help you feel supported and valued every day.

With gratitude and determination,

Alison Myers
President, Corporate Benefits & Specialty Health
amyers@venbrook.com
310.486.1925