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Wednesday, May 15 • 1:45pm - 2:30pm
Panel: Engage to Excel: Crafting a Culture of Excellence in PR & Communications

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In an era where a people-first culture is paramount, discover how to create a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of your team. Join us for this comprehensive session where industry leaders will share their experiences, insights, and practical tips on elevating employee engagement in the dynamic world of PR & Communications. Don't miss the opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies needed to lead your team towards success.
  • Explore the latest trends and strategies in fostering employee engagement in a fragmented work environment and understand how fostering a people-first culture can enhance collaboration, productivity, and overall job satisfaction
  • Evaluate innovative benefits, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, mental health days, initiatives to address burnout, support for student loan payments, and flexible working arrangements, designed to attract top talent, reduce turnover, and foster employee happiness
  • Examine innovative approaches to employee recognition that go beyond traditional methods, fostering a positive and motivated work environment
  • Consider the necessity of upskilling and re-skilling employees to meet the evolving needs of the business and hear about successful programs and initiatives designed to prepare your team, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry developments
Moderators
avatar for Michelle Benz

Michelle Benz

Conference Production Director, Fierce Pharma
Michelle Benz joined Questex, Fierce Life Sciences in 2021 as a senior conference producer and works on several events annually including Fierce Biotech Summit, Fierce Leaders in Life Sciences, Fierce Pharma PR & Communications Summits East and West, Fierce Pharma Meeting Professionals... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for James R Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP

James R Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP

Chief Strategy Officer, Tulane University, School of Medicine
James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP returned to Tulane in 2015 after establishing the open science functions for the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Research Campus, one of the most innovative experiments in scientific research. His career also includes functioning as a chemist... Read More →
avatar for Janet Graesser

Janet Graesser

Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, Vaxcyte, Inc.
Janet brings over 20 years of healthcare communications experience across a variety of areas, including corporate communications and strategy, public relations and organizational communications. Prior to joining Vaxcyte, she established her own consulting practice that successfully... Read More →
avatar for Myesha Lacy

Myesha Lacy

Chief Investor and Communications Officer, Arcellx
avatar for Deb Kazenelson Deane, MSPH

Deb Kazenelson Deane, MSPH

Executive Director, Corporate Communications, Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Deb Kazenelson is the Executive Director, Corporate Communications Lead at Acadia Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading neuroscience company developing and commercializing therapies to address unmet need in neuropsychiatric disorders. She has more than 25 years of experience working with... Read More →

Wednesday May 15, 2024 1:45pm - 2:30pm PDT
Grand Ballroom (A) Balboa Bay Resort | 1221 West Coast Hwy Newport Beach, CA 92663