The workplace is a community in and of itself, bringing together individuals in pursuit of a shared mission and purpose. Employers are trusted entities whose broad reach gives them a unique opportunity to advance public health priorities, including whole-person health investments that extend beyond their employees and families to the communities in which they operate.

As part of the ongoing Milken Institute Employer Action Exchange platform led by Sabrina Spitaletta, senior director, Milken Institute Health, we held an executive briefing in April 2025 in New York to explore how employers can mitigate risk and maximize business resilience and performance during times of uncertainty. This brief captures key themes from the discussion, along with insights and actions.