Originally designed by Custom Benefit Consultants to be a place to set goals and intentions, the company’s Dream Maker meetings have evolved into a whole lot more. The collaborative weekly sessions, set at 7 a.m. before the workday, were meant to explore what employees aimed to reach for, both at work and with their own personal health.
“This started as a strategy meeting for personal and professional goals,” says Robin Bahl, CEO of CBC. “It became a safe place where employees could share their goals and struggles, and a community of support to assist with both.”
The benefits of the experimental meetings don’t stop there. In addition to a safe place and a community within which to give and receive support, those who participated developed collaborative skills to facilitate work between teams, emotional bonding, and friendships that will last for a lifetime.
Changes that have been made have impacted the work environment, production and health all at once. For health specifically, Bahl says that these meetings have been an important and useful tool for those who engage in the program.
“Starting with a definitive health goal and having a group hold you accountable to that group moves the needle for everyone,” she explains. “We have supported each other through weight loss, cancer and post-surgery recovery.”
There’s no telling what else these meetings will bring, but one thing is for sure: They have made an impact at CBC in only the best of ways.
Dreams, Goals, Work Culture, Positive Change, Support
Kenneth Bahl is the President of Custom Benefit Consultants, Inc., where he has played a pivotal role in leading the company’s mission to create sustainable healthcare solutions that not only address modern challenges but also deliver meaningful savings. With over two decades of experience in the field, Kenneth’s expertise in benefits administration and employee benefits analysis has been instrumental in the company's success. Under his leadership, Custom Benefit Consultants, Inc. has become a trusted partner for employers seeking innovative solutions to meet the needs of their teams. In addition to his leadership role at Custom Benefit Consultants, Inc., Kenneth is also a key player at Control Source, Inc., where he has helped redefine administrative solutions for clients. Through the company’s advanced technology platform, which includes absence management, billing administration, and other dynamic services, Kenneth has enabled businesses to reduce legal risks, lower costs, and enhance operational efficiency. His work ensures that these scalable solutions seamlessly integrate with company culture and branding, positively impacting both employee experience and the company’s bottom line.
Kenneth holds a degree in Healthcare Administration, which laid the foundation for his extensive career in the healthcare benefits sector. His academic background, combined with years of hands-on experience, has given him the expertise to navigate the complexities of employee benefits and help organizations optimize their benefits programs.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Kenneth enjoys a fulfilling family life. He values the balance between his dynamic career and his growing family, which now includes six grandchildren. This personal connection enriches his perspective on the importance of supporting individuals and organizations in ways that foster long-term success, well-being, and positive relationships