Join us Thursday, April 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a virtual workshop focused on vetting, choosing and implementing digital behavioral health solutions.
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While mental health apps are gaining popularity as part of total benefits packages, simply providing an app is not enough to ensure employees’ mental well-being.
Hosted by the Health Action Alliance in partnership with Mental Health America, this one-hour workshop also will offer participants a curated opportunity to have their questions answered by select digital health solutions providers.
This workshop will explore strategies to maximize positive mental health outcomes, preparing HR professionals to:
The Health Action Alliance is a joint initiative of the Ad Council, the CDC Foundation and the de Beaumont Foundation—in partnership with Meteorite. Our free tools, training and events help employers, large and small, navigate evolving health challenges, improve the health of workers and engage with public health partners to build stronger, healthier communities.
As an Associate Director at Health Action Alliance, Sarah works with expert partners in infectious diseases, mental health and ergonomics to translate the latest science into best-in-class tools and resources to help employers take action on workplace health and safety. With over a decade of experience in public health, Sarah is passionate about applying data and behavior theory into practical solutions that improve health equity and well-being.
Sarah received her Masters of Public Health from the University of Florida, with a focus on social and behavioral science. Prior to joining Meteorite, Sarah spent 10 years designing and implementing evidence-based programs in the higher education sector, spanning from 1:1 interventions and engaging workshops to campus-wide campaigns. Sarah founded and led a number of inter-departmental coalitions to unite violence prevention initiatives across campuses and spearheaded university health assessments. Her previous areas of impact have included crisis intervention & suicide prevention, sexual assault prevention, alcohol harm reduction, and gender equity.
Dr. Tracye Weeks serves as the Chief People and Culture Officer at Mental Health America International and is focused on driving organizational excellence through her strategic leadership in human resources and talent management. As a certified Senior Professional in Human
Resources (SPHR) and a Senior Certified Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP), Dr. Weeks brings a wealth of expertise in the areas of talent management, employee development, and HR leadership.
With a doctorate degree in Business Administration and Human Resources, Dr. Weeks has been committed to fostering workplace environments where individuals can thrive professionally and personally. She has held leadership positions in Human Resources with for-profit, non-profit, behavioral health and HR consulting organizations. She is dedicated to implementing innovative HR practices that prioritize employee well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
In her role as Chief People and Culture Officer, Dr. Weeks remains committed to driving positive change and creating a workplace culture that values and celebrates the contributions of every individual. Her dedication to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and engaged workforce underscores her commitment to building high-performing organizations. Her strategic mindset and ability to
navigate complex organizational challenges have earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor and
change agent. She is known for her hands-on approach, working closely with leadership teams to align HR initiatives with business goals and is a sought-after speaker at industry conferences and has contributed to thought leadership in HR through articles, presentations and mentoring other HR professionals.
As an advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dr. Weeks champions initiatives that create inclusive workplace cultures where every individual can thrive. Her commitment to ethical and responsible HR practices has been a driving force in shaping workplaces that prioritize both employee well-being and organizational success.
Patrick is responsible for Twill's health plan, employer and life science clients and their members. At Twill, we strive to improve outcomes and deliver measurable value through one unified care platform—configured to our clients' needs, and the needs of their people. He leads the client and customer team that sets and executes upon Twill's client and customer experience strategies.
After more than 25 years with Aon Hewitt, he joined the Twill team because of his firm belief that organizations that work to improve emotional health will excel. At Aon, Patrick led innovation, product strategy & distribution for their Retiree Health Solutions division, overseeing innovation, emerging solutions and go-to-market efforts. Patrick has worked with Fortune 500 companies across all industries, focusing on delivering results, client satisfaction, retention, and product innovations. He is also the founder of YourOwnHow and educates people on how to become—and stay—physically active in their communities. Patrick has a B.S. in business management from Purdue University.
Laura is a Global Solutions Lead at Unmind, with a MSc in Global Mental Health and collaborates closely with senior leadership teams across large enterprises to understand their challenges and objectives related to employee mental health and wellbeing. She partners closely with Unmind's science and psychology team to help organizations apply and scale evidence-based strategies to foster high performing, healthy cultures.
Suzi Craig is the VP of Workplace Mental Health at Mental Health America. She is responsible for leading the strategic design and future direction of MHA’s workplace mental health programs. Suzi brings more than 20 years of experience leading strategic planning and entrepreneurial efforts, partnership and program development, and marketing and communications.
Prior to joining MHA in 2023, Suzi was Chief Strategy Officer at Mental Health Connecticut (MHC), an affiliate of MHA. At MHC, Suzi built the infrastructure that created a robust community of partner and donor support, oversaw the successful launch of public-facing prevention programs, including the MHC’s workplace mental health program, championed the CT Parity Coalition, and led the organization’s strategic planning for seven years.
Prior to joining MHC, Suzi worked for Connecticut Public Broadcasting and Connecticut’s startup ecosystem. She began her career in book publishing in NYC. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut, a certified yoga instructor, and has a certification from Cornell in organizational design.
Dr. Neil Parikh is the Chief Medical Officer of Thirty Madison, focused on the company's clinical, research, and strategic partnership efforts. Prior to Thirty Madison, Neil was President of Oscar Medical Group and Senior Medical Director at Oscar Health leading Care Delivery, where he oversaw Oscar’s clinic and telemedicine operations, complex case management, and clinical concierge services. Neil is also an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California Los Angeles, where he has been teaching and practicing since 2014. Neil was recently named one of Modern Healthcare's Innovators for 2024, recognizing his work in driving innovation that improves care, achieves measurable results and contributes to the clinical and financial goals of Thirty Madison and its brands.
Ryan Kellogg is the Vice President of Partnerships and Sales Effectiveness. As an industry leader with over 15 years of experience in healthcare, he has lead national sales teams and account managers with a dedication to providing an optimal customer experience. Ryan started his career as an officer in the Army and leads our Veteran advocacy team at TalkSpace.
