
Annual Wellness Summit
Agenda
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Despite unprecedented access to health technology and medical advances, people are experiencing rising rates of chronic disease, stress, and disconnection from their own wellbeing. Research shows that stress contributes to over 75% of doctor visits, while chronic conditions affect nearly 60% of adults globally. At the same time, workplace culture and unhealthy social relationships exacerbate mental and physical health challenges. Meanwhile, the global digital health market has exploded to over $200 billion, yet these technological solutions often fail to address the fundamental aspects of holistic wellness that ancient healing traditions have understood for millennia. Integrating Eastern practices, like mindfulness and holistic approaches, with Western advancements, along with leveraging tech and startups, offers promising solutions. Audience members have a unique opportunity to explore and implement these integrative strategies in their personal lives, communities, and workplaces.
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
You may be wondering - how can my relationship with technology be healthier? How can I optimize my digital habits for better productivity, mental health, and communication? You’re in the right place! With the shift to hybrid and remote work, many of us have spent more time on tech than ever before and have learned a myriad of lessons about the connective nature of our devices. While they allow us to bridge distances, time zones, and can bring us together - we also acknowledge that devices can be an obstacle to self-care, stillness, and introspection as the rapid-fire urgency of the digital world beckons. Join us as we discuss navigating this balance and making the most out of your tech time in an era of hybrid and remote work.
11:05 AM - 12:15 PM
The roles and responsibilities of well-being professionals are increasingly difficult and complex. In a hustle to meet heightened demands and help others achieve their personal and professional goals, wellness professionals often neglect their own wellbeing. Tapping into the synergistic power of emotional intelligence and lifestyle medicine can help wellness professionals reframe and prioritize self-care. This session is designed to empower wellness professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate challenging roles and maintaining their own wellbeing. Attendees will leave with practical tools to enhance their overall effectiveness in their roles.
Conference schedule will be announced in Spring of 2025.
2024 Conference Agenda
- Practical Advice to Improve Employee Well-Being Through Systemic and Individual Behavioral Changes
- Food as Medicine: Reimagining Healthcare With a Food Prescription
- Cultivating a Wellness Presence: Projecting Well-Being to Clients and Employees
- Look, Listen, and Link—Providing Psychological Support After Stressful Events
- Addressing Ableism in Wellness
- Deeper Than DNA—The Role of Cultural Health Behaviors on Chronic Conditions
- Fitness Made Simple—From Sitting to Strong in No Time!
- Empowering Healthcare With AI: Chat GPT as Your Coaching Ally
- Elevating Your Mental Health Movement: Best Practices Top Employers Leverage for Meaningful Impact
- Models of Healthy Aging: Implications for Wellness Professionals
- Applied Improvisation: Play Our Way to Wellness, Together
- Innovating Wellness: Key Inquiries for Program Enhancement
- Lifestyle Choices and Emotions: Affective Skills for Wellness and Health Promotion Practitioners
- Rethinking Workplace Nutrition Programs to Prioritize Mental Wellness
- Nature and Well-Being: Getting More From Your Green Time
- Bridging the Gap: How Health Coaches and Organizational Consultants Can Unite to Prevent Burnout
- Telling Your Story: How Self-Disclosure Can Enhance Intellectual and Spiritual Wellness
- Understanding and Addressing Shame in Health and Wellness Service Delivery