Transform your unused paid time off into valuable benefits with insights from Rob Whalen, CEO and co-founder of BNFT (formerly PTO Exchange). Discover how BNFT is changing the game by allowing employees to convert their accrued PTO into tangible rewards, lifting the financial burden off businesses and giving employees more flexibility. You’ll learn about Rob’s journey from his accounting and technology background to his pioneering work in PTO solutions, and hear about the positive reception the platform received at the recent SHRM Annual Conference.
Rob and I also discuss the power of diverse perspectives in fostering team growth and innovation. Drawing from personal stories, we emphasize the importance of hiring individuals with different viewpoints to enhance problem-solving capabilities. Leaders, take note: acknowledging your limitations and surrounding yourself with smarter individuals can drive both personal and organizational success. A culture of curiosity and critical thinking isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential for thriving in today’s dynamic work environment.
Finally, get the scoop on how BNFT is revolutionizing employee benefits with mobile accessibility and a comprehensive platform called Benefit. From enhancing user experiences with a new mobile app to seamlessly integrating with payroll systems, BNFT is setting a new standard in HR technology. Rob shares success stories from clients like Amtrak, showcasing how the platform addresses complex enterprise needs. Tune in to learn how innovative HR tech solutions can make a significant difference in your organization.
About Rob Whalen
Rob is a serial entrepreneur who has over 25 years of experience selling and developing software and hardware products.
While building the company, Rob and his co-founder, Todd Lucas, found their mission was to enable flexibility in those benefits that employees earned but could not utilize. They also discovered that by enabling this capability and accountability, BNFT created equity and inclusion for workers to be compensated for their accrued productivity – creating a better benefit.
About PTO Exchange
PTO Exchange gives employees a way to convert the value of their PTO into priorities that reflect different transitions in life, such as life planning (retirement funds), education (student loans), philanthropy (offering days to a co-worker or charitable causes), and more – offering a choice and flexibility to control the value of their PTO. PTO Exchange helps companies stand out in a competitive job market, reduce balance sheet liabilities, and strengthen the community/culture all while employees reclaim lost PTO. The company is SOC 2-certified and trusted by STRATACACHE, Howard Brown Health, UCare, Centre College, Griffin Capital, 4 Wall Entertainment, and others.