Clark Lagemann Shares How HR Leaders Can Turn Employee Wellness into Measurable Business Results
Avidon Health CEO Clark Lagemann was recently featured in Shortlister, where he addressed the rising costs of employee wellness programs and the pressure facing HR leaders in 2025.
In the article, he breaks down typical wellness budgets—from $150 per employee in small organizations to more than $1,200 in large enterprises—and explains why “the most impactful wellness solutions often start with simple, free ideas.”
“Small, simple actions drive the biggest wellness returns.”
Five Free, Research-Backed Ideas to Improve Employee Wellness Programs
Micro-Movement Breaks – Short bursts of activity during the workday to combat sedentary behavior and improve focus.
Gratitude-First Culture – Embedding appreciation into daily routines to strengthen engagement and resilience.
Walk-and-Talk Meetings – Encouraging employees to move while they meet to boost creativity and reduce stress.
In-the-Moment Peer Recognition – Fostering real-time shoutouts to build trust and morale.
Power Down Hour – Carving out meeting-free, message-free time for deep focus and productivity.
If you’d like to see how your wellness program stacks up, check out our free comparison tool.
