• Webinar Introduction

    • Good morning from ACHE; Alexa Kolingo welcomes participants.
    • Technical details: Audio via computer speakers; difficulty? Restart Zoom.
    • Q&A: Use the Q&A box early in the session for better chances of response.
    • Handout link available in the reminder email.
    • Qualifying education credit available, self-reported at my.ache.org.
    • The program is recorded; follow-up email will contain links to recording and evaluation.

  • ACHE Corporate Partners Recognition

    • Thanks to corporate partners like Genentech for supporting ACHE's mission of advancing health care leadership excellence.
    • Additional resources available through ACHE's corporate partner section on achg.org.

  • Speakers Introduction

    • Moderator: Kelly Frankenreiter, Genentech.
    • Panelists:
    • Berlon Salli, VP of Community Health Equity at UAB Health System.
    • Lori Thibodeaux, President of Lori Thibodeaux LLC.
    • Mary Stutz, CEO of Healthcare Business Women's Association (HBA).
    • Focus of discussion: Creating communities for health care professionals to improve workplace retention and outcomes through belonging.

  • Genentech Overview

    • Kelly introduces Genentech: pioneer in the biotech industry, emphasizing patient outcomes.
    • Investment in R&D: $15 billion annually, with over 80 investigational medicines in development.
    • Ambition to deliver 20 transformative medicines by 2029 in various therapeutic areas: oncology, neurology, immunology, etc.

  • Panelist Introductions

    • Lori Thibodeaux: Background in patient engagement and safety. Focused on access to health care information and community issues.
    • Verlan Salli: Inspired by family background in health care; emphasizes the importance of treating people well.
    • Mary Stutz: Focus on advancing women and innovation in health care; emphasizes mentorship and career development programs for women.

  • Mentorship and Professional Development

    • Role of mentoring in career success and overcoming obstacles in health care leadership.
    • Importance of networking and involvement in professional organizations such as ACHE, NAHSE, NALI, and HBA.
    • Identifying and addressing barriers (e.g., broken rung for women) to career advancement.

  • HBA’s Efforts

    • Focus on engagement and retention of women across organizations.
    • Programs targeted at career development and addressing the gender pay gap.
    • Encouragement of women in health care to pursue leadership roles and ongoing development.

  • NALI and NAHSE Initiatives

    • Programs aimed at advancing Latino and underrepresented health care professionals through education, mentorship, and advocacy.
    • Importance of recognizing accomplishments through awards and networking opportunities.
    • Emphasis on servant leadership and engaging with communities to close health disparities.

  • Workforce Retention Strategies

    • Organizations are transforming employee engagement through mentorship and intentional growth opportunities.
    • Highlighting successful stories from mentorship programs and collaborative efforts.
    • Importance of recognizing biases in hiring and promotion processes.

  • Health Disparities and Community Access

    • Need for culturally competent health care delivery, especially in underserved communities.
    • Collaborating with local organizations to address health inequities.
    • Organizing community health talks and educational events to disseminate important health information.

  • Future Outlook and Challenges

    • Recognize the importance of healthcare careers and encourage interest among younger generations, especially women.
    • Strategies needed to retain a diverse workforce in health care.
    • Collaboration across organizations is vital to sustain advancements in health care leadership and patient outcomes.

  • Concluding Thoughts

    • Encouragement for participants to engage in organizational efforts and professional networks.
    • Reminder of the pivotal role of mentorship and community outreach in health care advancement.
    • Acknowledgment of the importance of open dialogues about diversity and inclusion in health leadership.

  • Final Remarks

    • ACHE concludes the webinar with thanks to speakers and participants for their commitment to quality health care and community improvement.
    • Reminder of follow-up email with resources and evaluation forms.