Tuesday, September 26, 2023
8:00 am – 1:30 pm
Pre-Forum Event

2023 Healthcare Summit

Ballroom EF
, Vice President of Workforce Health & Safety, HCA Healthcare
, Associate Vice President of Advocacy Services, WorkPartners
, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Workforce Health and Wellness, Clinical Professor of Medicine and of Anesthesiology, Co-Director of the Clinical Effectiveness Leadership Training (CELT) program and Senior Advisor to the WellMD & WellPhD Center, Stanford Health Care
, Leadership Development Advisor, OhioHealth
, Social Wellbeing Director, Intermountain Healthcare
, Health and Well-Being Executive
, Director, Workforce Experience, South Carolina Hospital Association
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Pre-Forum Event

2023 Fall Think Tank

Ballroom EF
, President & CEO, HERO
, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Chicago School of Public Health
, Senior Vice President, Employee Experience Consulting & Operations, Blue Communications
, Vice President, Organizational Transformation , Blue Zones, LLC
, President, Atlantic Packaging
, Director of Total Rewards, Baird
, Epidemiologist, Shell
, Medical Director, Vanderbilt Health at Metro Nashville Public Schools
, Professor, Department of Entrepreneurship & Strategy, University of Utah
, Senior Assistant Vice President and Deputy CHRO, The University of Iowa
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Ballroom Pre-Function
Networking: Forum Reception
Join us in celebrating being together again! Meet up with colleagues and friends. Some you have known for years and missed, others you make starting tonight.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
6:00 am – 7:00 am
Alta/Snowbird Rooms (second floor)
Fitness: All-Levels Morning Yoga with Sarah
This class will teach you proper yoga alignment while also allowing you to listen to your body to find options that work for you. After this morning class, you’ll head into the conference feeling renewed, relaxed, and peaceful. Brought to you by: Burnalong
8:00 am – 9:30 am
General Session

Shared Value and Social Impact: Stakeholder Perspectives on the Role of Health and Well-Being in ESG and Other Sustainability Frameworks

Ballroom EF
, President & CEO, HERO
, Strategic Account Manager, International WELL Building Institute
, Manager, Global Public Health & Special Projects, Chevron
, Senior Vice President, Health Transformation, Aon
, Director of Corporate Governance and Engagement, Segal Marco Advisors
9:50 am – 10:50 am
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

Well-Being 3.0: How to Unify Wellness, DE&I, and ESG Efforts with Purpose

Salon H
, Chief Innovation Officer, Kumanu
, Leader Purpose + Vision Practice, EY Americas, Ernst & Young
, Chief Visionary Officer, Righteous Rage Institute for Healing Justice (RRI); Adjunct Professor, University of Denver

How a Safer, Healthier Workforce Feeds and Fuels the World

Salon I
, Chief Integration and Informatics Officer, Proactive MD
, Vice President, Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality, CF Industries, Inc.
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

Delivering a World-Class Global Well-Being Program Starts with Strong Partnerships at AECOM

Salon J
, Sr. Director, International Benefits, AECOM
, Senior Vice President, Employee Experience Consulting & Operations, Blue Communications
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

Mental Health in the Workplace: The Critical Role of Managers

Salon G
, Co-Director, Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, Oregon Health & Science University
Learning Lab

Integrated Care Delivers Savings & Simplicity in a Complex World (Sponsored by HealthCheck360)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Advocacy Specialist, HealthCheck 360
, Corporate Benefits & Payroll Manager, Rockline Industries

Cura Personalis: How Gonzaga University Cares for the Whole Person (Sponsored by Hinge Health)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Benefits Specialist, Gonzaga University
, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Hinge Health
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

Carmel Clay Schools Teaches Employers How to Implement Lifestyle as Medicine

Salon H
, Co-President & CEO, ProChange Behavior Solutions, Inc.; Senior Research Fellow, HERO
, Assistant Superintendent, Carmel Clay Schools
, Lead Physician, Carmel Clay Wellness Center, Ascension Hospital; Carmel Clay Schools
, Managing Partner, Vital Incite
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

The Evolution of a Population Health Strategy – Addressing Equity and Measurement

Salon G
, Manager, Global Public Health & Special Projects, Chevron
Amplifying Efforts in Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Engage Data and Design Thinking to Drive Human Centered Benefit Design that Works

Salon J
, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Marsh McLennan
, Director of Human Resources, Koch Companies
Measurement and Reporting for Accountable Action

Qualitative and Quantitative Learnings from a Mental Well-Being Pilot Program

Salon I
, Epidemiologist, Shell
, Behavorial Science Specialist, Shell
Learning Lab

Unlocking Authentic Community: Navigating Digital Solutions for Connection and Prevention (Sponsored by Burnalong)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Medical Director, BlueZone Medical
, President, Commercial Health & Fitness, Tivity Health
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: University Summit at Forum23 Lunch Table
Get the conversation started on this year’s University Summit “Well-Being and Mental Health on Your Campus – Measures That Tell the Story and Inspire Impact” taking place virtually on October 30th. Join members of the Summit committee for lunch to find out what’s in store.
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: Lunch and Learn – The Workplace Wellness Research and Education Agenda
Join HERO’s Senior Fellow, Paul Terry, HERO’s President and CEO, Karen Moseley, and HERO’s Director of Research, Mary Imboden, for lunch to discuss the future of the Workplace Wellness Research and Education Agenda.
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
General Session

Mind the Gap: Putting Science to Work in Health Promotion

Ballroom EF
, Co-Director, Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, Oregon Health & Science University
, Global Health Analytics Manager, Shell
, Dean, College of Communications, California State University, Fullerton
, Senior Fellow and Scientific Advisor for Workforce Mental Health, HERO
2:40 pm – 3:40 pm
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

Incorporating Well-Being into ESG for Business Impact – A Design Thinking, Interactive Session

Salon I
, Senior Vice President, Health Transformation, Aon
, Director, Colleague Health and Wellbeing, Aon
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

What Can Business Learn from Higher Ed? Spiritual Well-Being for Diverse Workforces

Salon H
, Associate Professor, The Ohio State University
, Chief Behavioral Health Strategist, University of Michigan
, Research Program Manager, University of Michigan
, Health and Well-Being Executive
Amplifying Efforts in Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Why Access to Alternative Financial Wellness Programs is Critical to Worker Health

Salon J
, CEO & Founder, Sunny Day Fund™
, Chief Operating Officer, WorkLife Partnership
, Resource Navigator, WorkLife Partnership
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

Blue Zones Evidence-Based Worksite Approach: Driving Adventist Health System-Wide Well-Being

Salon G
, Founder and Managing Partner, McCalister and Associates, LLC
, Vice President, Organizational Transformation , Blue Zones, LLC
Learning Lab

Accessibility of Adult Immunizations in Pharmacies Compared to Physician Offices in Low-Income Communities (Sponsored by Pfizer)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Founder, Conquest Advisors (previously with Pfizer)

Wellbeing + DEI + Employee Benefits. You can't have one without the others. (And most of you probably do.) (Sponsored by Segal)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Senior Vice President, Consulting Leader, Segal
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

Seed to Table Education for Sustainable and Equitable Food Choices

Salon I
, Employee Health and Well-being Educator, AdventHealth
, Employee Health and Well-being Partner, AdventHealth
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

Moving from In-Person Inputs to Outstanding Outcomes

Salon J
, President & COO, Impact4Health, LLC
, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, Corporate Client Services, PJM Interconnection
, Senior Executive Consultant, Impact4Health, LLC
Amplifying Efforts in Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Unveiling the Journey: How Operating as a Social Benefits Corporation Transformed Our DEI+B Strategy

Salon H
, Co-Founder & Chief Clinical Experience Officer, Synchronous Health, Inc.
, Talent Acquisition Specialist , Synchronous Health, Inc.
, Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer, Synchronous Health, Inc.
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

Do Health Promotion Programs Worsen Health Inequities?

Salon G
, Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Chicago School of Public Health
, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Chicago School of Public Health
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Skylight Ballroom
Networking: HERO Workplace Health & Well-Being Awards Reception
We honor dedication and commitment to the field, and acknowledge outstanding achievements in the practice of health and well-being in the areas of leadership and research. Join HERO and WorkPartners to honor the recipients of some of these prestigious awards. Let their passion and hard work inspire you on your own journey. All Forum attendees are invited to attend this reception. Brought to you by: WorkPartners
Thursday, September 28, 2023
6:00 am – 7:00 am
Registration Desk
Fitness: HERO FitVent Kick-off Walk/Run
Join WebMD as they lead us on walks and runs with mapped routes from 1 to 4 miles. Brought to you by: WebMD Health Services
7:00 am – 8:00 am
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Networking: HERO New Members’ Breakfast Table
Meet HERO President and CEO, Karen Moseley, HERO Director of Development, Pat Rohner, and other HERO staff for breakfast in Salt Lake City on Thursday, September 28th. You will have an opportunity to network, meet other HERO members, and find out how to get the most out of your membership.
8:00 am – 9:00 am
General Session

Remote Work and Employee Well-Being: Threats and Opportunities

Ballroom EF
, Distinguished University Professor, University of South Florida
, Vice President of Workforce Health & Safety, HCA Healthcare
9:00 am – 9:30 am
General Session

C. Everett Koop National Health Awards

Ballroom EF
, Senior Scientist Director, Institute for Health and Productivity Studies, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
9:50 am – 10:50 am
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

ESG + Health: Advancing Health Equity and Mental Well-Being in the Workplace

Salon I
, Director of Learning Experience, HERO
, Vice President, Clinical Research, AbleTo
, Senior Wellness Program Analyst, City and County of Denver
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

Improving Access and Reducing Barriers to Behavioral Health for a Dispersed Workforce: Lessons from the Minnesota Firefighter Initiative

Salon J
, Senior Client Executive, Optum
, President, Minnesota Firefighter Initiative (MnFIRE)
, Senior Strategy Consultant & Local Practice Leader, Aon
Amplifying Efforts in Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Creating a Well-Workforce and Demonstrating the Benefits to Your Organization

Salon H
, Senior Health Management Consultant, Marsh McLennan Agency
, Compensation and Benefits Manager, Town of Apex
, Clinical Consultant, Marsh McLennan Agency
, Marsh McLennan Agency
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

N=1: Developing a Workforce Mental Health Strategy That Fits Your Organization

Salon G
, Senior Fellow and Scientific Advisor for Workforce Mental Health, HERO
, Global Health Analytics Manager, Shell
Learning Lab

Unlocking Tangible Cost Savings: Optimizing Your Health and Well-Being Program (Sponsored by Mobe)

Deer Valley 2&3
, Chief Information & Analytics Officer, MOBE
, VP of Total Rewards, CNH Industrial
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

ESG Metrics -- Good or Bad for Business and Public Health?

Salon G
, Senior Scientist Director, Institute for Health and Productivity Studies, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

Addressing Increasingly Complex Mental Health and SDOH Needs in High-Stress, High-Burnout Workforces

Salon J
, Executive Director of Benefits, Metro Nashville Public Schools
, Medical Director, Vanderbilt Health at Metro Nashville Public Schools
, Vice President, Growth & Innovation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Measurement and Reporting for Accountable Action

Scorecards, Dashboards, & Cockpits: Converting Data into Action & Results

Salon H
, Co-Founder / President , HealthNEXT
, First Horizon
, Director of Total Rewards, Baird
, Manager of Wellness & Health Promotion, DTE Energy
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

The $50B+ Employer Silent Crisis - Aging Workforce and Aging Population

Salon I
, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Motivity Care
, Chairwoman, Hightower Financial Advisors
Learning Lab

Putting People First: The Business Case for Hypertension Control

Deer Valley 2&3
, Project Manager, Noninfectious Disease Programs, CDC Foundation
, Senior Managing Director & President, FTI Consulting Center for Healthcare Economics & Policy
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: HERO Committees Lunch Table
Have lunch with Emily Wolfe, HERO’s Director of Learning Experiences, and members of the HERO committees. Network, learn about current projects, find out what’s coming up and how you can get involved. This lunch is open to current committee members and those considering joining!
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: Lunch and Learn – Meet the Speakers: Stephen Doyle and Lauren Chucko
Stephen Doyle, Workpartners, and Lauren Chucko, Limeade, answer questions and discuss their presentation: A Well-Being Experience Designed for All Employees to Thrive. Watch the video, then grab your lunch, and join the conversation.
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: Lunch and Learn – Meet the Speakers: Brad Awalt
Brad Awalt, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, answers questions and discusses his presentation: Fostering the Foundations of Well-Being in a Dynamic Healthcare Workforce. Watch the video, then grab your lunch, and join the conversation.
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: Lunch and Learn – Meet the Speakers: Cami Flygare
Cami Flygare, Intermountain Health, answers questions and discusses her presentation: Utilizing Automation to Engage Employees in Wellness Activities (demonstration included). Watch the video, then grab your lunch, and join the conversation.
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Networking: HERO University Membership Experience
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
General Session

Hot Off the Press: Putting Cutting-Edge Health and Well-Being Research into Practice - Laurie Whitsel, Dundon

Ballroom EF
, Co-President & CEO, ProChange Behavior Solutions, Inc.; Senior Research Fellow, HERO
, National Vice President - Policy Research and Translation, American Heart Association
, Research Program Manager, University of Michigan
3:20 pm – 4:50 pm
Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

Health and the Environment as Business Priorities – A Statewide Case Study

Salon IJ
, Director of Health Promotion, Medical University of South Carolina; Founder, SC Healthy Business Challenge
, Director, Workforce Experience, South Carolina Hospital Association
, Founder and CEO, Sustain SC
, President, Atlantic Packaging
Measurement and Reporting for Accountable Action

How Does Your Organization Measure Up? Using Assessments to Improve the Health and Well-Being of Your Workforce

Deer Valley 2&3
, Co-President & CEO, ProChange Behavior Solutions, Inc.; Senior Research Fellow, HERO
, Director of Research, HERO
, Senior Consultant, Mercer
Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making in Workplace Health and Well-Being

Using Experience-Based Co-Design to Drive Evidence-Based Decisions in Workplace Health & Well-Being

Salon GH
, Experience Strategist, RSP Architects | Dreambox Studio
, Project Manager, Noninfectious Disease Programs, CDC Foundation
, Principal Consultant, D. Hokanson Consulting
, Director, Member Engagement & Health Solutions, St. Louis Area Business Health Coalition
, Senior Workforce Solutions Specialist, TrueNorth Companies
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Skylight Ballroom
Networking: HERO Playground
Game on: Enjoy fun games and refreshments. Get your smile out and be prepared for some fun. Come try your hand at giant Jenga, cornhole and other games of skill. Cornhole brought to you by: Segal
Friday, September 29, 2023
7:00 am – 8:00 am
Alta/Snowbird Rooms (second floor)
Fitness: Rise & Shine Low-Impact Total Body Circuit Workout with Shantel
Enjoy a full body, low-impact workout to get your body warm and ready for an awesome last day at HERO Forum23. Shantel is a certified personal trainer who can’t wait to encourage you to move at your own pace as you strengthen your body together! Brought to you by: Burnalong
8:00 am – 9:00 am
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Networking: Networking Breakfast
Start our final day of Forum with a healthy breakfast and new friends.
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
General Session

Health Literacy 2.0 as a Pathway to Personal Health Engagement: Doing Good for Employees and the Community

Ballroom EF
, Executive Vice President, Heartland, Horan Health
, Vice President, Chief People Officer Healthcare Delivery, Sentara Health
, Strategic Advisor/Chief Health Officer, Serxner LLC
10:20 am – 11:20 am
General Session

Amplifying Social Impact and Workplace Health and Well-Being Initiatives: Lessons from the Field

Ballroom EF
, SVP of Health and Wellbeing and Chief Medical Officer, bp
, Senior Fellow and Scientific Advisor for Workforce Mental Health, HERO
11:20 am – 12:30 pm
General Session

HEROForum23 is the First of Many Steps towards Doing Well by Doing Good

Ballroom EF
, Co-President and CEO, ProChange Behavior Solutions, Inc.; HERO Education Committee Chair
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Making It a Movement: Workplace Health and Well-Being as a Key Driver of the ESG Agenda

The Power of Good Deeds: Compassion, Belonging, and Workplace Well-Being

, Clinical Psychologist, LifeSpeak, Inc.
Health Protection and Promotion in Hybrid, Remote, and Dispersed Work Environments

Fostering the Foundations of Well-Being in a Dynamic Healthcare Workforce

, Manager, Health Plus, Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Utilizing Automation to Engage Employees in Wellness Activities

, Health Promotion and Wellness Manager, Intermountain Health
Measurement and Reporting for Accountable Action

A Well-Being Experience Designed for All Employees to Thrive

, Chief Customer Officer, Limeade
, Associate Vice President of Advocacy Services, WorkPartners
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