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Oracle executive and author of Audacious Optimism, Shanna Adamic joined a panel at our Kansas City office for a powerful discussion on the $2 trillion wellness market and its impact on consumer behavior and brand expectations. Stephanie Trunzo, CEO of MERGE, kicked off the panel, and Nicole Turner, MERGE’s Managing Director led the discussion with Stacey Hawes, MERGE’s Chief Growth Officer. Wellness is no longer reactive. It’s personal, data-driven, and intentional. The brands that fail to meet consumers where they are will fall behind. Watch the full video: https://okt.to/ExAdgz #PatientPower #ProactiveHealth #HealthRevolution #MERGE #GreenMoment

The New York Times references MERGE Gen Z research in a recent article, "Concert Ticket Prices Are Soaring, and Busting Gen Z’s Budgets." ?? https://okt.to/mAiq0s “For Gen Z, spending on concerts can be budget busters. In a survey of 1,000 Gen Z respondents published last year by MERGE, a marketing agency, 86 percent admitted to overspending on live events.” #GenZSpending #ConcertEconomics #Research #LiveMusic #TaylorSwift #Beyonce #BadBunny

Next week, industry leaders from Sage Therapeutics and MERGE will come together to share actionable insights on creating seamless omnichannel experiences. ?? Learn how to leverage foundational frameworks, including customer journey maps and service blueprints, to align internal teams and design exceptional experiences for stronger HCP, patient and caregiver relationships. Join Becky Minervino, Patrick McGloin, and Brooke F. — reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/gDqQD8QM

The future of Medicare marketing starts now, as AI and personalization redefine how we build trust, connect with consumers, and drive better outcomes through hyper-relevant strategies. Stay ahead with innovation to set a new standard for impactful marketing. Dive into Michelle Boudreau's insights:?https://okt.to/kyTF16 #MedicareMarketing #Personalization #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalMarketing #MarketingStrategy #HealthPlans

Bridging the gap between vision and reality is a challenge for many life science organizations, as siloed teams and outdated processes often block the path to seamless experiences. The path forward? It begins with a shared understanding of key customer journeys. Join our upcoming webinar to discover strategies for optimizing your investments and creating seamless omnichannel experiences that deeply engage HCPs, patients, and caregivers. Read more: https://okt.to/nZHzFX

Adobe Summit 2025 is almost here! Stop by booth #582 or schedule a one-on-one session to learn from our experts on topics such as: ?? Streamlining your content supply chain with GenStudio ?? Optimizing workflows with Adobe Workfront <> AEM integration ?? Unlocking efficiencies with Marketo apps like Jeto and Digesto ?? Scaling personalization and driving activation ?? Leveraging Adobe tools like Adobe Marketo Engage, AEM, and Journey Analytics Let’s discuss solutions tailored to your needs. Learn more and book time here: https://okt.to/fYtC0A #AdobeSummit2025

We enthusiastically welcome Paul Buranosky to MERGE as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing over 20 years of expertise in global marketing and communications. “MERGE is a team of curious and passionate people who understand the power of great storytelling through technology. I'm energized to bring my experience to scale the MERGE brand, engage with more clients, and highlight our outstanding work across industries.” Join us in welcoming Paul to MERGE! Read more about Paul: https://okt.to/zekQ1V

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) formula changes are lowering star ratings, challenging insurers to adapt. ????? Discover how better customer experience, behavior change, and alignment can rebuild trust, satisfaction, and financial stability. Learn more: https://okt.to/Kxlwua

The MERGE team is excited to attend DigiPharma Connect 2025! This is a unique opportunity to share forward-focused ideas with top pharma and biotech leaders. We’re ready to exchange insights on AI-powered engagement, digital advancements, and improving patient and HCP relationships. Will you be there? We’d love to connect! #DigiPharmaConnect

Our team left the Lake Nona Impact Forum feeling empowered, inspired, and deeply optimistic. The event highlighted the remarkable advancements in healthcare innovation and underscored our collective responsibility to shape its future. Our team—including Kellie Bliss, Nicole Turner, Jim Porter, Molly Lane, Patrick McGloin, and our CEO Stephanie Trunzo—shared these key insights: ?AI is revolutionizing medicine by enabling tools like DeepMind’s AlphaFold to map 200M protein structures and creating breakthroughs in oncology and immunology. A standout moment: an AI-created drug molecule in just 46 days, compared to years with traditional methods. ?Women’s health requires more attention. The event highlighted critical gaps in clinical research and the need to address how environmental factors and biology intersect to impact autoimmune diseases. ?Public health depends on unity and truth. Leaders discussed combating misinformation and the role of global organizations like the WHO in equitable care and pandemic defense. ?From lifespan to healthspan. The shift toward extending healthy years was punctuated by the launch of a $100M Healthspan XPRIZE to drive advancements in longevity research. Through it all, a common theme emerged: collaboration fuels progress. The forum reinforced the vital role MERGE plays in driving innovation and empowering patients. Reach out to explore how we can work together to create impactful solutions: https://okt.to/dPHQmK. #LNIF25