HealthEXP is a non‑profit think tank that conducts human‑centered research on the perimenopausal experience in the workplace and publishes open‑access insights, policy recommendations, and toolkits under a CC BY‑SA license. By providing evidence‑based guidance and advisory services, it helps HR leaders, clinicians, and advocates implement menopause support programs that reduce productivity loss and healthcare costs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Women undergoing menopause often experience mental health challenges that reduce productivity, increase absenteeism, and contribute to higher healthcare costs, yet many employers lack evidence‑based guidance to support these employees.
Solution
HealthEXP is a non‑profit think tank that conducts human‑centered research on the lived experience of perimenopausal women in the workplace. By interviewing employees and mapping their journeys, the organization generates open‑access insights, policy recommendations, and practical toolkits. These resources are shared under a CC BY‑SA license, enabling HR leaders, clinicians, and advocates to implement evidence‑based menopause support programs without proprietary barriers. HealthEXP also offers advisory services to help companies translate research findings into concrete workplace policies, training, and accommodations, aiming to reduce the $26.6 B annual cost of lost work and medical expenses associated with menopause.
Target Audience
Primary audiences are corporate HR executives and diversity & inclusion leaders seeking evidence‑based menopause support, as well as menopause advocates and clinical experts who want to influence workplace policy.
Features
- Generative qualitative research using proven CPG industry methodologies and GenAI‑assisted analysis
- Openly licensed journey maps, symptom timelines, and actionable recommendations for HR and leadership
- Advisory consultations that co‑create menopause support policies and employee‑focused interventions
- Public webinars and panels featuring clinical experts and real‑world employee stories
- Continuous knowledge sharing through blog posts, case studies, and downloadable resources