The wild west of GLP-1s & specialty meds: what employers need to know.

Join Nava and Rightway to learn how to manage rising GLP-1 and specialty drug costs without compromising employee care.
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The rising demand for GLP-1s and specialty medications is reshaping pharmacy costs, leaving employers with difficult decisions. Understanding how formularies, plan design, and cost-management strategies work is key to balancing financial sustainability with employee well-being.

Join Nava Benefits and our pharmacy experts, Rightway, for a deep dive into:

  • The real impact of GLP-1s and specialty medications on employer healthcare costs
  • Strategies to manage coverage while ensuring employee access to necessary treatments
  • How plan design, formularies, and contract terms influence your bottom line
  • Practical steps to make informed, cost-effective decisions for your workforce

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and actionable strategies to navigate the complex world of pharmacy benefits.

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Meet the speakers.

Marie Holmes
Client Solutions Consultant

With over 15 years of experience in the employee benefits space, Marie has partnered with clients of all sizes to design and manage effective, sustainable benefit strategies. Marie's expertise lies in alternative funding solutions, where she helps employers gain greater control and cost transparency. She takes a data-driven approach to consulting, turning insights into actionable strategies that deliver real value. Passionate about simplifying the complex, Marie focuses on outcomes that align with both business goals and employee needs.

Shawn Earl
Director, PBM Specialty Pharmacy Strategy

A seasoned Pharmacy strategist with extensive experience in the Pharmaceutical and Digital Health industries. Brings deep expertise in pharmacy consulting, and implementing strategic growth initiatives. Demonstrates particular strength in financial modeling, leveraging these skills to deliver meaningful results for clients.

Currently dedicated to providing strategic guidance that helps optimize specialty pharmacy spend and navigating complex challenges with specialty pharmacy.

Combines technical expertise with practical industry knowledge to deliver comprehensive solutions that drive sustainable growth and maximize return for health plans total spend. Currently lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Chad Frazier
Vice President PBM Sales, Western US

Chad brings over 15 years of solution-based sales experience in the healthcare and self-funded space, making him a valuable asset in his role. Prior to joining Rightway, he gained significant expertise while working with a pharmacy consulting firm and a PBM Coalition, where he honed his skills in navigating complex healthcare solutions.

Chad is passionate about collaborating with benefit consultants, captives, third-party administrators, and strategic distribution partners to help them reduce costs for their clients. Based in Sacramento, CA, he is dedicated to driving impactful results and delivering tailored solutions in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

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ED LIGONDE
Nava Partner, Los Angeles
2021 Benefits Pro broker of the year
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