Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI) Celebrates 30 Years, Honors Co-Founder, Dr. Thomas Parry

OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Integrated Benefits Institute is pleased to announce that Dr. Thomas Parry, co-founder of the organization, will be honored with IBI's inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his pioneering work in workplace health and productivity. This distinguished award will be presented during the organization's 27th annual Health and Productivity Forum conference. The conference brings together industry leaders and forward-thinking benefit professionals to discuss the latest trends and strategies in health and productivity research, measurement and benchmarking.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Integrated Benefits Institute. To learn more about the Integrated Benefits Institute and the 27th annual Health and Productivity Forum conference, please visit https://www.ibiweb.org/ibi-conference-board-health-and-productivity-forum/ .

"This Lifetime Achievement award is a testament to the foresight of Dr. Parry, who recognized the critical link between employee well-being and organizational success decades ago. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we remain committed to advancing this mission," said Andy Yohe, Chair, IBI Board of Directors.

The Lifetime Achievement Award highlights the enduring impact of the co-founder's vision. His early work laid the groundwork for the Integrated Benefits Institute's ongoing efforts to promote integrated health and productivity strategies. Dr. Parry's work has helped to shape the field of employee benefits and has had a lasting impact on the lives of workers across the country.

The award underscores the organization's enduring commitment to its core values:

• Innovation: Continuing to develop new approaches to improve employee health and productivity.
• Collaboration: Working with employers, providers, and other stakeholders to create effective solutions.
• Impact: Measuring the results of its programs and initiatives to ensure they are making a difference.

The Integrated Benefits Institute remains dedicated to advancing the field of workplace health and productivity. The organization strives to provide its members with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to create healthy and productive workplaces.

The Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI) is a national, nonprofit research and educational organization founded in 1995. IBI's mission is to generate and share rigorous, data-driven insights that help employers, policymakers, and other stakeholders make informed decisions about workforce health, productivity, and well-being. IBI is supported by more than 1,600 member organizations representing over 50 million workers across the United States. As an independent voice in the employer health ecosystem, IBI conducts research free from commercial influence, ensuring that all findings and recommendations are grounded in objective analysis and the highest standards of evidence.

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SOURCE Integrated Benefits Institute