
Robert W. Baird & Co Case Study
The Challenge
Robert W. Baird & Company, recognized for being one of FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to work for, acknowledged the need to move associates towards better health by implementing a health management program from Well Nation®.
The Solution
By implementing and committing to the Well Nation wellness program, the company has seen measurable successes. Over a three year period Robert W. Baird & Co saw significant reduction in insurance premiums, and a ROI of over 5:1.
Return on Investment
Return On Investment was calculated by finding the difference in medical claims per contract per year, or the savings per employee each year, minus the cost of the wellness program. Waupaca’s Foundry realized a $16 return for every $1 invested in the program.
Year 1
$14.95
Year 2
$4.22
Year 3
$5.42
Amazing Results
The actual average medical claims per employee for Robert W. Baird and Co stabilized and resulted in substantially lower claims during the three years of the program. This client is potentially saving over $700 per employee, and saw a 5:1 ROI as a result.

Significant Changes:
Nutrition Related Risks
Employees made a 12% improvement in those at risk due to poor nutritional habits.
Cancer Related Risks
12% of employees have reduced their risk of developing cancer
Weight Related Risks
Employees made a 7% improvement in those at risk due to excess weight.

- Decreased Weight 7%
- Reduced Cancer Related Risks 12%
- Reduced Nutrition Related Risks 12%
Overall Wellness Score:
The goal over time is to improve the overall wellness score of your organization. Research has shown that this score correlates closely with health care costs, productivity, overall well-being and quality of life. This employer has reduced the health risks of its population by 13% over the course of their three-year program
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