Three weeks later and I’m still so grateful for the experience to represent Kaiser Permanente at the 39th Annual National Association of Health Services Executives (N.A.H.S.E.) conference! So many gems were shared, so many connections were made, and our Black @ KP Business Resource Group worked together beautifully to make a lasting impact. I’m sure to remember this for many days to come. Here are some of the standouts:
💎What a honor it was to witness Dr Ronald L. Copeland, MD, FACS fireside chat where one audience member rightfully hailed him as one of our “Heroes in Healthcare”! There were too many gems to list but I was particularly moved by the conversation highlighting our need to evolve DEI as rapidly as anti-DEI tropes are mutating. Additionally, there were poignant lessons on how strong narratives can overshadow facts
💎Partnering with Black@KP leaders Rahael Lassegue Mark Glenn JoRita Williams Megan Ludeña MN, RNC-OB, NPD-BC, Dr. Brandy Florence, MHA, EdD and Serena Welch has been deeply fulfilling. Not only did we surpass our objectives we took time to connect with each other, represent KP values well, and produce something we are all very proud of.
💎 It was an honor meeting and working with Robert Johnson RJ visuals who not only was immensely professional, he was a true visionary! He masterfully curated a welcoming, comfortable and high-class environment that allowed talent to shine in their authenticity. Just look at the brilliant sizzle reel he created below!
💎I had the pleasure of formally meeting and learning from several powerhouse women! Toshka "TK" Nelson MBA PMP CPHQ ITIL India Lockett MSN, BSN, RN Jessica Johnson, BSN-RN, AIA and Dr. Kenyatta Evans, MD, FACEP were phenomenal examples of what it means to be courageous, gracious, intelligent, passionate, caring and visionary leaders. I feel so blessed to learn about what motivates and drives them, even after they’ve accomplished so much!
💎Perhaps the most memorable was serving as a judge for the NAHSE Everett V. Fox Student Case Competition where I had the distinct privilege of evaluating alongside outstanding Healthcare professionals Amber Johnson , Maya Macon, MHA Elizabeth Aremu. While also connecting with outstanding MHA students Tiffany Garris Lydia Dixon William Quick Jordon Thomas Ivette Aguilar and others.
I highly recommend National Association of Health Services Executives (N.A.H.S.E.) to professionals who are invested in learning from our past and staying abreast of the future. See you next year!
VP, Compensation Consultant GRP, SHRM-SCP
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