Meet the Experts — Real Talk — What HR leaders are saying in 2026 right now

The latest Meet the Experts interview features Vince Roberts, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Sales, and covers key trends he's hearing from Alight clients across the country. The conversation highlights how AI is transforming benefits enrollment, with 41% of enrollees accepting AI-generated recommendations and a 25% increase in Smart Choice account enrollment due to AI education.

Vince identifies five main priorities for clients in the benefits space:

• Leader and manager development
• Organizational culture and connection
• Strategic workforce planning
• Change management
• HR technology with AI integrations

The Meet the Experts series brings together industry, technology and partner experts to explore how Alight is redefining benefits experiences, creating intuitive, personalized support for both employees and employers.