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Thriving Together: Cultivating a Supportive Work Environment for Mental Health and Wellbeing

Thriving Together: Cultivating a Supportive Work Environment for Mental Health and Wellbeing

May 14, 2024

2:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. MT

In today's corporate landscape, buzzwords like "psychological safety" and "burnout" abound, but what do they really mean? And how can we translate them into tangible actions that demonstrate genuine support for employees? 

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, join Dr. Gabe Hatch from the O.C. Tanner Institute and Gabrielle Jones of Personify Health as they examine the crucial topic of workplace wellbeing—both within formal structures such as benefits programs and through informal, everyday practices. 

Our speakers will share insights into the current workplace wellbeing landscape, including what the data says about what employees need and want from wellness programs and how integrated recognition supports holistic wellbeing. We'll wrap things up by spotlighting what the theory looks like in practice as Brad Bruce, Sr. Director of Wellbeing at CIBC, shares a behind-the-scenes look at the objectives driving their own program and the results they've seen.

During this webinar we'll explore:

  • Current data on mental health and wellbeing—and why it matters
  • The theory behind behavioral activation and how it applies in the workplace
  • Practical ways to foster physical and mental wellbeing on your teams
  • How integrating recognition into your wellbeing program increases impact
  • Ideas you can bring back to your own teams to create a workplace environment where employees feel valued and supported in their journey towards holistic wellness

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About The Speakers:
Dr. Gabe HatchDr. Gabe Hatch

Dr. Gabe Hatch

Dr. Gabe Hatch

Clinical Psychologist and Sr. Researcher, O.C. Tanner Institute

Gabe is a senior researcher and licensed clinical psychologist at O.C. Tanner, where he specializes in quantitative research methods, interpersonal relationships, and mental health functioning. As part of the O.C. Tanner Institute, he investigates how organizations positively and negatively impact the mental health of their employees with prescriptive and behavioral insights. Gabe graduated with his Ph.D. from the University of Miami where he worked with couples, veterans, and those suffering from extreme psychopathology in the South Florida State Hospital. He is the author of more than 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles documenting how to improve romantic relationships in underserved communities.

Dr. Gabe Hatch

Dr. Gabe Hatch

Clinical Psychologist and Sr. Researcher, O.C. Tanner Institute

Gabe is a senior researcher and licensed clinical psychologist at O.C. Tanner, where he specializes in quantitative research methods, interpersonal relationships, and mental health functioning. As part of the O.C. Tanner Institute, he investigates how organizations positively and negatively impact the mental health of their employees with prescriptive and behavioral insights. Gabe graduated with his Ph.D. from the University of Miami where he worked with couples, veterans, and those suffering from extreme psychopathology in the South Florida State Hospital. He is the author of more than 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles documenting how to improve romantic relationships in underserved communities.

Gabrielle JonesGabrielle Jones

Gabrielle Jones

Gabrielle Jones

Sr. Director, Talent and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Personify Health

At Personify Health, Gabrielle oversees global talent development, accelerates Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, facilitates change efforts for Future of Work and performance management, curates leadership development programs, and rolls out career development efforts so every colleague can grow and thrive. Previously, she served as Assistant Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness at Moody’s. She also formerly worked for UN Women and was a key researcher for Joan Kuhl Co. Specializing in working with leaders to build inclusive, high-performing and healthy cultures, Gabrielle holds a M.A in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Art & Design from Northeastern University, and is a certified Prosci change practitioner.

Gabrielle Jones

Gabrielle Jones

Sr. Director, Talent and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Personify Health

At Personify Health, Gabrielle oversees global talent development, accelerates Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives, facilitates change efforts for Future of Work and performance management, curates leadership development programs, and rolls out career development efforts so every colleague can grow and thrive. Previously, she served as Assistant Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness at Moody’s. She also formerly worked for UN Women and was a key researcher for Joan Kuhl Co. Specializing in working with leaders to build inclusive, high-performing and healthy cultures, Gabrielle holds a M.A in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Art & Design from Northeastern University, and is a certified Prosci change practitioner.

Brad BruceBrad Bruce

Brad Bruce

Brad Bruce

Sr. Director, Benefits & Wellbeing, CIBC

Brad is Sr. Director of Benefits & Wellbeing at CIBC. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and has spent his career in clinical rehabilitation, disability management, and benefits policy. He has been with CIBC for 16 years where his passion for wellbeing and his work have found a perfect match. Along with his team, he delivers benefit programs for employees and retirees in Canada and is driving a global focus on wellbeing.

Brad Bruce

Brad Bruce

Sr. Director, Benefits & Wellbeing, CIBC

Brad is Sr. Director of Benefits & Wellbeing at CIBC. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and has spent his career in clinical rehabilitation, disability management, and benefits policy. He has been with CIBC for 16 years where his passion for wellbeing and his work have found a perfect match. Along with his team, he delivers benefit programs for employees and retirees in Canada and is driving a global focus on wellbeing.

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