Explore a critical examination of the American worker benefits system in this 45-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the consequences of the pandemic on working Americans, uncovering the urgent need for a comprehensive benefits structure. Gain insights on potential pathways to financial resiliency, including solutions for the paid family leave crisis. Examine the roles of government and businesses in creating a consistent system, and discover essential employee benefits that employers should prioritize. Join Jamie Kalamarides and Karan Chopra, moderated by Lananh Nguyen, as they discuss topics such as health insurance, reskilling, universal basic income, gig worker guilds, and barriers to entry in the job market. Learn about the business case for offering robust benefits and how addressing these issues can strengthen both the economy and individual workers.