Soda Health’s Julie Fleischer and Jared Childs on Bridging Health Benefits and Retail and Driving Brand Growth

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, hosts Rachel Tipograph, Founder & CEO of MikMak, and Sarah Hofstetter, President of Profitero, dive into the untapped potential of Medicare Advantage dollars with Julie Fleischer, GM, and Chief Experience Officer, and Jared Childs,  VP of Business Development at Soda Health. Together, they unpack how the $30 billion pool of "use-it-or-lose-it" benefits available to 35 million Americans over 65 is reshaping the commerce landscape for brands, retailers, and health plans alike. Discover how Soda Health leverages innovative fintech solutions to connect health benefits to retail and CPG opportunities, enabling seniors to make preventative purchases ranging from OTC medications to healthy food options. Julie and Jared discuss how retailers are stepping up to engage this high-value demographic, and why brands need to act now to capture their share of this burgeoning market. With real-world insights into evolving consumer health trends, actionable advice for brands, and a vision for the future of personalized health benefits, this episode is a must-listen for those ready to innovate at the intersection of health, commerce, and consumer behavior. Key Takeaways: Understand the Opportunity: Discover how $30 billion in Medicare Advantage dollars can fuel incremental sales for brands and retailersEngage the 65+ Consumer: Learn how to connect with this growing, health-focused demographic in meaningful and compliant waysActionable Steps for Brands: Gain insights on how to unlock this market with targeted outreach, data-driven campaigns, and measurable ROI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.