How celebs like Tom Brady and Lady Gaga are reshaping employee benefits

Serah Morrissey, Senior Director of People and Culture at Schoox, an AI-engineered learning and growth platform for frontline enterprises, connected with HR Executive to discuss how organizations are evolving employee benefits—particularly around mental health—to better support today’s workforce. She highlights a growing shift toward more comprehensive and flexible mental health offerings, moving beyond traditional programs to include therapy access, wellness apps, and more inclusive leave policies. Morrissey emphasizes that organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of building a broader “benefits ecosystem” that supports employee wellbeing in a more holistic and accessible way. She also underscores that the most effective strategies come from actively listening to employees and tailoring benefits to their real needs, ensuring stronger engagement and impact.