Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

The Rise of ICHRA: Flexibility, Choice and the Future of Health Benefits with Hunter Foster

Published: September 6, 2026

Duration: 11:14

In this episode, Hunter Foster, VP, Agency Operations and Strategy, benefitbay, explores the growing adoption of ICHRA and defined contribution models, including the demand for flexibility, predictability and employee choice. He also discusses successful implementation, broker adoption, AI's evolving role and what increased carrier participation could mean for the future of health benefits.