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Soles That Raised $40 Million for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital

Melissa Sher is CEO and cofounder of Kinser

// By Melissa Sher // The Nike Doernbecher Freestyle Program was born during a conversation between a father and his son over dinner. What if patients could design their own shoes and Nike would make and auction them? Discover how this idea grew into a life-changing program that has raised millions in funds for the children’s hospital.

Is Rome Burning? Let’s Discuss the Changing CMO Role – Webinar Recording

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A new Strategic Health Care Marketing webinar for healthcare marketers and strategists

Presented on December 11, 2024

Your Presenters:

  • Christine Kotler, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Baptist Health South Florida
  • Sarah Sanders, Chief Marketing and Brand Experience Officer, UCSF Health
  • Ryan Donohue, Strategic Advisor, NRC Health
  • Chris Bevolo, Chief Transformation Officer, BPD

In this webinar, you’ll learn:

  • The impact of AI on marketing
  • How the CMO role is evolving outside of the healthcare space
  • How shifting healthcare economics may impact marketing and the role of the CMO
  • Innovative approaches to align marketing with long-term organizational goals

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How VCU Health Stands Out in Richmond’s Crowded Health Care Market

Kevin Best, associate vice president of Brand Marketing, Enterprise Marketing and Communications.

By aligning the health care brand with the academic side of the university, VCU Health strengthens its unique position as an Academic Medical Center in a cluttered market. Learn how VCU Health developed a fresh, new brand — UN-like any other health system — and view the elements of the brand campaign.

What Health Systems Can Learn from Retail Health Care Failures

Matt Gove, chief marketing officer, QuickMD

// By Brian Griffin // As major retailers struggle to deliver primary care services, some health care strategy experts say the situation provides health systems with an important learning opportunity. Get insights from Matt Gove and Dan Miers on what this means, and a case study of a successful retail model adopted by Baptist Health in Kentucky.

Leading Through Change: How Health Care Leaders Can Thrive in a Transformative Era

Allison Minutillo is CMO at Primacy

Success in health care involves not only managing current demands but also anticipating future trends and preparing accordingly. The greatest challenges facing our health care clients aren’t just managing finite resources or navigating complex systems — it’s how their leaders lead through transformation. This article explores essential strategies for modern health care leaders.

Governance Models That Work: How 3 Leading Health Systems Align Marketing with Strategic Goals

Without a unified governance framework to guide marketing, organizations risk sending mixed messages, squandering resources, and failing to engage patients and employees and fulfill the organizational mission. Explore how three health systems use tailored governance models to align marketing efforts with strategic goals, ensuring consistent brand messaging and effective return on investments.

Advertising Showcase: VCU Health “UN” Brand Campaign

Kendra Gerlach, associate vice president of Strategy and Marketing for VCU Health

// By Susan Dubuque // By aligning the health care brand with the academic side of the university, VCU Health strengthens its unique position as an Academic Medical Center in a cluttered market. Learn how VCU Health developed a fresh, new brand — UN-like any other health system — and view the elements of the brand campaign.