The 2026 event, themed “Bridging Benefits & Beyond,” will focus on advancing partnerships, leveraging data-driven platforms, and enhancing communication to improve the benefits experience for employers and employees alike. Selerix Systems’ Tim Pratte will participate in a panel discussion, sharing insights on the future of enrollment technology and benefits strategy.
Click the link to watch this First Friday NAPEO member–exclusive session co-hosted by Kelli Smith and Michelle Kershner and moderated by Robyn Carlini. This discussion is designed specifically for PEOs and will focus on practical strategies to simplify ACA filing, avoid common errors, and confidently prepare for the 2025 reporting season.
Whether your team manages ACA filings internally or supports client reporting, this session will help you proactively address challenges, streamline workflows, and reduce last-minute filing pressure.
Key Takeaways:
Why This Matters
ACA reporting mistakes can create significant compliance risk for PEOs and their client groups. With increased IRS enforcement and new considerations for the 2025 filing year, errors in 1094/1095-C filings can lead to rejections, corrections, and potential penalties. This session helps PEOs proactively address these challenges, avoid common pitfalls, and approach filing season with confidence.
This session will take place at Perry’s Steakhouse | Memorial City and will focus on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) considerations, providing valuable insights for employers and HR professionals navigating compliance and employee leave management.
The discussion will be led by Larry Saunders alongside Mike Dunlap, who will share practical guidance, key updates, and real-world perspectives in an engaging, educational format—all over a great lunch.
We look forward to an informative and interactive conversation.
Now celebrating its fifth year, TechConnect brings together industry leaders to share insights, strengthen partnerships, and shape the future of employee benefits and technology. We are proud to participate in this milestone event and look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations, building relationships, and contributing perspectives that help move our industry forward.
You’ll also get an overview of this year’s ACA updates, important e-filing requirements, and practical steps you can take now to avoid penalties later.
In this session, we will also cover March-specific topics:
The ACA deadline is almost here. Join us to make sure you’re ready. Register now to make sure you’re fully prepared before the March 31 deadline.
This special anniversary event brings together partners, producers, and industry leaders to honor FFGA’s legacy while looking ahead to the future of benefits, service, and innovation. We’re looking forward to connecting with attendees, sharing insights, and supporting FFGA as they begin their next decade of impact.
The roundtable will share Selerix research on employee benefits enrollment and show brokers practical strategies to help employers improve satisfaction, retention, and employee trust. It will focus on reducing benefits confusion through clearer communication, personalization, multi-channel outreach, and stronger compliance education around ACA and COBRA. Brokers will also learn to use a “Report Card” framework to assess employer readiness, avoid common enrollment pitfalls, and connect benefits education to better business outcomes.
Kelli Smith, Director of ACA Compliance, will provide the tools, timelines, and practical insights you need to avoid common mistakes, reduce risk, and ensure a successful year-end close—whether you manage ACA compliance in-house or support multiple clients.
📅 February 12, 2026 – 11AM (CT)
Key Takeaways
Participants will learn how to:
✅ Review and validate year-end ACA data for accuracy
✅ Understand the final steps for e-filing Forms 1094-C and 1095-C
✅ Identify and correct common reporting errors before submission
✅ Manage communication with clients, employees, or vendors during the final stretch
✅ Prepare for potential IRS notices and ensure long-term compliance readiness
What We’ll Cover
Join us to strengthen your process, avoid common mistakes, and ensure a smooth and compliant close to the reporting season. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare your organization—or your clients—for a confident and compliant ACA year-end close.
Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and connect with industry peers. Register now to secure your spot! Speaker announcements will be shared as we get closer to the event.
Steele Benefits is now part of Selerix! Together, we deliver a comprehensive benefits administration, ACA compliance, and employee engagement solution.
We’re excited to support your next chapter!