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Join us October 2, 2024 9am - 3pm PDT Americas & October 3, 2024 9am - 3pm AEDT Australia

A premier mental health event for HR and benefits professionals

Keynote Speakers
Simu Liu &
Arianna Huffington

Agenda | Elevate 2024

Sessions Overview

• 13 Sessions

Wed Oct 02

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM PDT
Your local time (45 min)
Welcome & Opening Keynote: Fighting to belong: Simu Liu’s path to success and inclusion
Join Simu Liu, Marvel’s first Asian superhero, in a conversation about overcoming challenges and finding belonging in the workplace. Hear his story of resilience and discover how fostering inclusion can improve the mental well-being of everyone in your organization.

Speakers:

• Alyson Watson - Founder and CEO, Modern Health
• Simu Liu - Actor & Writer; Best known for his role in "Shang-Chi" & Barbie

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM PDT
The Million Dollar Blindspot: C-Suite Insights on Mental Health and Rising Health Care Costs
Learn how C-suite leaders are tackling the rising costs of mental health issues in the workplace. This panel will reveal the hidden financial impacts of inaction and offer strategies to align mental health initiatives with your business goals, boosting engagement and reducing expenses.

Speakers:

• Dr. Neha Chaudhary - Chief Medical Officer, Modern Health
• Dick Costolo - Co-founder and Managing Partner, 01 Advisors
• Bryan Power - Head of People, Nextdoor

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
One Size Fits None: Rethinking Mental Health Strategies Across Industries
Explore tailored mental health approaches for diverse workforces. From frontline to corporate roles, learn how to overcome stigma and meet employees’ unique mental health needs with customized solutions that drive engagement and inclusion.

Speakers:

• Dr. Jessica Watrous - Director Clinical Research & Scientific Affairs, Modern Health
• Kelly Snyder - Benefits Manager, YETI
• Rosa Suazo - Sr. Benefits & Wellness Analyst, Olo
• Ingrid Henderson - Wellness Associate Manager, Kraken

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM PDT
A Guide to Creating an Engaging Mental Health Strategy Across Diverse Cultures and Generations
Learn how to design a mental health strategy that works across generations and cultures. This session will provide actionable insights to address the unique needs of a global, multigenerational workforce, driving employee engagement and satisfaction.

Speakers:

• Dr. Clifton Berwise - Clinical Strategy Manager, Digital Content, Modern Health
• Markus Homann - Managing Director, Generali Health Solutions
• Mason Williams - Global Head of DEI, Mattel

Elevate 2024 Sessions Highlights

• The Sandwich Generation and Beyond: Balancing Work, Personal Life, and Caregiving
  Support employees juggling caregiving responsibilities and careers. Discover practical strategies to create a supportive environment that enhances productivity, reduces stress, and helps your workforce thrive.
• Breaking the Silence: Grant Hackett's Mental Health Journey from Olympic Champion to Mental Health Advocate
  Hear from Olympic swimmer Grant Hackett as he shares his personal mental health journey. Learn how leaders can break mental health stigma and foster an environment that encourages support and open dialogue.
• Motivation That Moves You: Elevating Employee Mental and Physical Health
  Discover why investing in holistic wellness—mental and physical—is key to building a resilient workforce. Learn actionable strategies to create a culture that values well-being, driving productivity and employee engagement.
• Coping in Times of Political Uncertainty
  Learn how to navigate conversations and emotions in politically tense times. This session offers tools and techniques to help employees stay grounded and communicate effectively without being overwhelmed.

The event concludes with a Transforming Mental Health Globally & Closing session by a global mental health expert discussing the crisis and necessary shifts in providing equitable support.

Quotes from Participants

"So many pearls of wisdom in this talk. I appreciate how open and honest the conversation was.”

• Elevate Well-Being 2023 attendee
  "This session was wonderful and the speakers provided some meaningful insights and real world examples that I could take away and utilize in my daily work life.”
• Elevate Well-Being 2023 attendee

For further inquiries, please email elevate@modernhealth.com.