Elevate Your Strategy: 8 Reasons the In-Value-Able Conference Should Be on Your Calendar

Regardless of your role in the Healthcare Benefits industry, one thing is clear - the landscape is shifting faster than ever. Between rising pharmacy costs, the explosion of AI, and the "access denied" crisis where employees face growing gaps in care. Staying ahead feels like a full-time job on top of your actual full-time job. 

This is why the 2026 In-Value-Able Conference, hosted by Health Action Council isn’t just another calendar invite, it's a strategic opportunity to get ready for what’s next. For two days in Cleveland, the industry’s most forward-thinking minds will convene to tackle the challenges that matter most to you. 

Here are eight compelling reasons why you cannot afford to miss it. 

1. Unbiased, Open-Sourced Intel (No "Pay-to-Play")

We have all sat through conferences that felt like endless sales pitches disguised as education. In-Value-Able is different. The event prides itself on delivering unbiased, forward-thinking information. You get access to "open-sourced" strategies from nationally recognized experts who are vetted based on knowledge, not sponsorship dollars. You will leave with facts, not fluff. 

Over 2 days you will have the opportunity to participate in mainstage presentations, small breakout sessions and interactive roundtables, all focused on providing you with actionable ideas to inspire innovation in healthcare benefits. 

2. Solve the "Access" Puzzle

As noted in recent industry discussions, availability does not equal access. With specialist wait times climbing and care coordination becoming increasingly fragmented, your employees are too often left without the support they need. This conference dives deep into healthcare delivery innovation, offering tactical breakout sessions on how to ensure your health plan actually delivers the care it promises at a cost you can sustain. 

3. Achieve "Months of Meetings" in Two Days

Time is your most precious resource. In-Value-Able is designed to let you achieve months’ worth of meetings in just 48 hours. With over 300 senior leaders, decision-makers, and innovators in one room, the networking efficiency is unmatched. Whether you are a broker looking to understand the latest employer pain points or a benefits leader seeking a peer who has "been there, solved that," this is your ecosystem. 

4. Demystify the "Big Disruptors": AI and GLP-1s

From the operational impact of Artificial Intelligence in benefits administration to the exploding costs of GLP-1 drugs, you need a game plan for the disruptors reshaping our budgets. Sessions here move beyond the buzzwords to discuss cost containment strategies and data analytics, helping you distinguish between a trend and a trap. 

5. Peer-to-Peer Best Practice Sharing

There is immense power in shared experience. The "Convene, Connect, Catalyze" philosophy of Health Action Council means you aren't just listening to keynotes; you are engaging in peer-to-peer learning. Find out how other mid-sized and large employers are navigating mental health mandates, specialty Rx management, and employee engagement challenges. 

6. Actionable Takeaways, Not Just Theory

The focus here is on innovation in benefits design that you can actually implement. The agenda is built around "tactical, focused breakout sessions" that respect your need for ROI. You won't just hear about the problems; you will leave with a notebook full of solutions you can present to your CFO the following Monday. 

7. Earn Your Credits

Career growth requires constant sharpening of your credentials. The conference offers essential continuing education credits for SHRM, HRCI, CEBS, and ODI at no extra cost. It is a practical way to maintain your certifications while simultaneously upgrading your strategic toolkit. 

8. Be Part of the "Culture of Health"

Ultimately, we all share a goal: building a stronger, healthier workforce where business can thrive. By attending, you join a community committed to transforming benefits programs from simple insurance transactions into comprehensive health ecosystems. It is your chance to reignite your passion for the profession and remember why you do this work. 

Ready to Ignite Your Passion for Innovation? The gaps in care are growing, but so are the opportunities to fix them. Join us February 3–4, 2026, to connect with the leaders shaping the future of employee well-being. 

Register Today for In-Value-Able 2026 and make your benefits a true benefit. 


About Health Action Council 
Health Action Council is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) organization representing mid-and large-size employers that enhance human and economic health through thought leadership, innovative services, and collaboration. It provides value to its members by facilitating projects that improve the quality and moderate the cost of healthcare purchased by its members for their employees, dependents, and retirees. Health Action Council also collaborates with key stakeholders – health plans, physicians, hospitals, and the pharmaceutical industry – to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare in the community.