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Advocacy in Action: Launching a New Voice in Healthcare Policy

In this inaugural episode of the Advocacy in Action podcast, Carolyne Eagan and Robin Bailey introduce the mission of the Smart Health Benefits Association (SHBA).
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July 6, 2026

In this inaugural episode of the Advocacy in Action podcast, Carolyne Eagan and Robin Bailey introduce the mission of the Smart Health Benefits Association (SHBA) — advocating for the voices of plan sponsors, advisors, and Canadians in shaping healthcare policy. They discuss the importance of independent voices, strategic advocacy, and the future initiatives that will influence public policy.

What You Will Learn:

  • The role and purpose of the Smart Health Benefits Association (SHBA) in the healthcare landscape.
  • How SHBA aims to bridge gaps between policymakers, advisors, and employers.
  • The importance of independent advocacy for private benefits and how it complements carrier and pharma perspectives.
  • SHBA’s organizational structure.
  • The call for advisors to join SHBA as a cost-effective way to amplify their impact and ensure their voice is heard.

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