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06/04/2026

Have a well-being strategy, success story, or lesson learned worth sharing?

HERO is now accepting proposals for the virtual 2026 University Summit on October 20.

We're looking for practical, evidence-based presentations that help higher education leaders:

• Demonstrate the value of well-being
• Align initiatives with institutional priorities
• Sustain momentum through change
• Build stronger cultures of well-being

📅 Proposal Deadline: July 6

Submit your proposal today and join the conversation: https://hero-health.org/event/hero-university-summit-2026/

05/29/2026

There’s a lot happening at HERO!

Upcoming events. New learning opportunities. Research insights. Member updates. Future conference announcements.

If you haven't read the May Briefs yet, now's the perfect time to catch up and see what's ahead for the HERO community.

📖 Read the full May Briefs: https://conta.cc/4uudIx8

Email from HERO HERO News and more   May 2026 Briefs     Serendipity I recently had the privilege to spend the day with the Florida Alliance for Healthcare Value at their annual meeting in Winter Par

05/21/2026

From awareness to action—what actually gets people moving at work?

Join us on June 3 (12–1 PM CT) for a practical webinar on how smarter messaging and social connection can transform physical activity from a solo task into a shared experience.

💡 Learn how to:
✔️ Reframe movement around energy, mood, and stress relief
✔️ Use social connection to drive engagement
✔️ Build programs that strengthen workplace culture

Featuring:
Tyler Prochnow, PhD
Emily Mailey, PhD
Hosted by Paul Terry, PhD

Register now: https://hero-health.org/upcoming-webinars/

05/12/2026

Join the Physical Activity Alliance 2026 “Move In May” Strava Challenge!

Celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month by completing 600 minutes of movement between May 1–31 and earn your badge.

That’s just 150 minutes per week—the science-backed amount to improve overall well-being and reduce health risks.

Open to everyone—invite your friends, family, and colleagues and get moving together.

👉 Join the challenge + spread the word: https://www.strava.com/challenges/Move-in-May-Challenge

05/07/2026

Built on a legacy of integrity, health, and equity.

The Dexter Shurney, MD Well-being Fellowship has officially reached its initial $100K goal—fueling the next generation of leaders in well-being.

Now, we’re setting our sights on $500K to grow this impact even further.

📅 First award presented: November 8 at the HERO CMO Summit
📢 Applications + guidelines launching in May

Join us in continuing Dr. Shurney’s vision.

05/04/2026

What’s new in this month’s briefs?

• Workplace well-being trends for 2026
• Global employee engagement insights
• AI’s role in workplace support
• Updates on HERO research + upcoming initiatives

Quick reads. Real insights.

🔗 Read more:

Email from HERO HERO News and more   April 2026 Briefs     State of the Research HERO’s middle name is research, and the HERO research agenda is as full as it has ever been.  Recently, HERO resear

03/31/2026

Are employees thriving—or just getting by?

The latest HERO Briefs explore new data, research, and ideas shaping the future of workplace well-being.

Don’t miss what leaders are paying attention to right now.

🔗 Read more:

Email from HERO HERO News and more   March 2026 Briefs     Host hotel for the 36th Annual Art & Science of Health Promotion Conference, The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Wired for Well-Being

03/24/2026

Thank you to HERO Sponsor The Luv u Project!

The Luv u Project is bringing together a powerful community of young professionals who are tackling one of the most pressing issues in today’s workplace: mental health.

The uLead Leadership Network is an exclusive group of leaders under 40 who are passionate about driving meaningful change—both within their organizations and across society. These individuals aren’t just talking about mental health—they’re actively working to break down stigma and build healthier, more supportive workplaces.

As a member of the network, you’ll gain:
✨ Access to leading experts and award-winning voices in workplace mental health
✨ Opportunities to connect with peers driving impactful programs in their companies
✨ A platform to influence real change where it matters most

If you—or someone you know—are committed to making a difference, I encourage you to apply or nominate a leader today.

Learn more and apply here:

uLead is The Luv u Project’s Young Professional Leadership Program. Building on The Luv u Project’s mission, uLead engages young professionals in conversation about mental health to break down the stigma surrounding it. uLead members attend events, meet virtually, write and advocate on all aspec...

03/17/2026

Committee participation is a valuable benefit of HERO membership — and 2026 planning is underway.

The Workforce Mental Health & Well-being Committee is charting its path for the year ahead, with potential plans for a virtual Mental Health Summit. But first, we want to hear from you.

What are the burning platforms facing your organization?
How can HERO best support your mental health strategy through evidence-based research and community collaboration?

Take the short survey and help shape the direction of this important work: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZ1pzhYMJFt8BVKvPzIWCcLy-yWErGT8JKzvZYNLnS09qqew/viewform

Interested in joining the planning efforts for 2026?
Contact [email protected] to learn more.

03/10/2026

Join us on March 26 at 12:00 PM CT for:

Why Well-Being Needs a Seat in the C-Suite: The Transformative Role of Chief Well-Being Officers

Featuring:
• Jen Fisher
• Jennifer Posa, PhD, MS
• Sara Johnson, PhD

You’ll learn:
✔ What a Chief Well-Being Officer actually does
✔ How the role creates measurable business value
✔ The strategies used to define, execute, and measure impact

If your organization is serious about culture, performance, and resilience — this conversation is for you.

Register today: https://healthenhancementresearchorganizationhero.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/nvFQn52UECNCZ