Speakers
November 2026
Previous Speakers
Exploring Howden’s REBA 2025 research, we will uncover how Reward Teams should look beyond costs and use data to create insight, engage stakeholders, aid decision-making and remove barriers to action.
BIO
Matthew oversees all aspects of Howden’s proposition for Corporate clients. He has over 20 years’ experience in employee benefits, including a large portionof his career helping shape the flexible benefits market in the UK.
Matthew has personally helped many large and complex employers introduce transformational change to their pension and benefits programmes, working with providers and partners in industry to innovate and maximise the value they bring to clients.
With ever-growing expectations on employers to step into the healthcare gap, organisations need to take a preventative approach to physical and mental wellbeing and resilience, to deliver long-term health for their people. Find out how to move away from simply increasing benefits choice and view your offering as a set of features that support employee choice and personalisation. Explore how techniques in Behavioural Science and creating a rewarding user experience linked to employees’ goals, values and life events can drive meaningful engagement.
James Patterson – BIO
James has worked in the benefits industry for 13 years, with experience in technology, operations and global implementations. Today he plays a strategic role for Mercer Marsh Benefits, focused on digital solutions to help clients realise their reward and benefit strategies. James’ background originates in the start-up environment, driving his passion for technology that empowers teams to do more with less. With a proven track record of leading teams to deliver profitable results, his strengths centre on providing innovative solutions for complex problems.
Dr. Zoe Dimov – BIO
With background in Human-Computer Interaction and extensive experience in emerging digital technologies, Dr. Zoe Dimov has led pioneering research into how digital platforms can better engage and support employees. Zoe’s work at Mercer Marsh Benefits focuses on conducting research with clients, employees and internal teams to inform the design of inclusive, and insight-driven experiences that help organisations deliver greater impact through their benefits strategy. She is passionate about understanding and measuring experiences across digital to create stronger emotional connections and believes in the power of behavioural science tech to solve systemic challenges, ultimately enriching people’s lives.
Join Dr. David Griffith, Chief Medical Officer, and Will Kenton, Head of Virtual Physio at Teladoc Health UK, for an engaging session exploring how health and wellbeing needs evolve throughout life.
The session opens with an energising three-minute guided stretch led by Will, setting the tone for a dynamic and interactive presentation. Drawing on their clinical and digital health expertise, David and William will discuss how physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing intersect across key life stages. They will be sharing insights and practical advice to help employers support wellbeing at every age.
Dr David Griffith – BIO
David Griffiths is the Chief Medical Officer for Teladoc Health UK, leading on clinical quality, safety, and governance across all services. A practising GP in Oxford, he brings frontline insight to digital healthcare innovation. David has extensive experience in health system improvement and clinical leadership, having served as Clinical Lead for NHS England’s Time for Care Programme, supporting GP practices nationwide to adopt quality improvement methods and enhance patient access. Previously, he was Programme Director for GP Training in Oxford and an advisor to NHS London on primary care transformation and clinical engagement.
Will Kenton – BIO
Will Kenton is an experienced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Clinical Lead with a strong track record across both the NHS and private sector. He specialises in the assessment and management of sports injuries, back pain, and lower limb conditions, with a particular interest in supporting runners and active
individuals. William is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and fostering a collaborative, learning-focused team environment that drives clinical excellence and positive patient outcomes.