Power of Partnership: Community Event

Check out the recap of our virtual event and experience the power of partnership.

Thank you for joining the Continuum.

We had a great time! We hope you enjoyed hearing from community champions and industry leaders as they discussed the importance of putting community at the heart of collaboration.

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November 9th Agenda

Keynote Speaker

Esther Farkas ,

Chief Operations Officer, Unite Us

Moderator

Irene Wong ,

Senior Director, Channel Partnerships, Unite Us

Panelists

Ben Wortham ,

Vice President of Behavioral Health Integration, Catholic Charities

Pamela Garmon Johnson ,

VP of Health Equity Impact and Partnerships, American Heart Association

Sarah Romotsky, RD ,

Head of Marketing, Found

As the healthcare landscape continues to undergo significant transformations, it is essential for stakeholders across sectors to stay ahead of the curve. Our panel of experts will discuss the evolution of whole-person care, the importance of adaptability in community partnerships, and how we all play a role in shaping the future.

Moderator

Holly Stafford ,

Senior Manager, User Education, Unite Us

Panelists

Brandon Wilson ,

Chief Operating Officer, Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry

Kaitlynn Perez-Mockett ,

Director of Partnerships and Resources, Giving Kitchen

The role of technology in shaping and supporting the health of communities has never been more critical. Join us for an engaging panel as we explore the importance of software centered in communities. We’ll hear how our partners are using Unite Us to best meet their needs, explore the benefits of change management as a tool for adoption, and highlight best practices when leveraging new features and functionality.

Moderator

Megan Carlson ,

Associate Vice President, Market Success Network Partners, Unite Us

Panelists

Dr. Desarie Holmes ,

Community Health Worker Director, Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation (SIHF) Healthcare

Kim Hindrey ,

Program Manager, Child Neurology Foundation

Sarah Gamblin ,

Director, Systems Change – Community Information Exchange (CIE), United Way of Greater St. Louis

In an increasingly interconnected world, collaboration has become a cornerstone of progress, particularly when it comes to supporting and empowering individuals seeking care. Our panelists will share lessons learned from their organizations and the networks they support. We’ll touch on the importance of staying agile, accountable, and cross-functional when growing alongside your community.

Moderator

Dacia Read ,

Associate Vice President, Regulatory & Government Affairs, Unite Us

Panelists

Amanda Ruckel, PMP ,

Senior National Director, Partnerships & Growth, Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Kathryn Mitchell, MPH ,

National Director Maternal & Infant Health and Collective Impact, March of Dimes

Janea Shubert ,

Regional Peer Support Specialist, Center for Employment Opportunities

Community-based organizations increasingly serve as the first point of care for neighbors in need of government, healthcare, and other social service programs. Serving as the front-door of the social safety net, CBOs play a critical role in identifying and connecting individuals to needed resources. Join our panelists in discussing the unique approaches they are taking to increase resource accessibility, streamline coordination across sectors, and improve outcomes for individuals in their communities.

Closing Speaker

Raffaelle Breaks ,

Chief Product Officer, Unite Us

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