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Women are leading the way in digital health, but building a career in this space takes more than expertise. It requires vision, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-changing industry. That’s why we created "How to Fast-Track Your Leadership in Digital Health" - a free guide packed with actionable strategies from six accomplished women leaders at the forefront of digital health. Their insights will help you tackle tricky startup challenges, amplify your impact, and fast-track your career. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside: ??Think Like a CEO? Adopt a business mindset that frames your expertise in terms of tangible outcomes—think cost savings and operational efficiencies. ??Communicate with Impact Craft compelling messages that pair data with storytelling to connect, persuade, and lead effectively. ??Build Powerful Connections Take advantage of the power of networking through communities like WELL, where you can connect and engage with peers, mentors, and industry leaders. We’re committed to supporting and uplifting women leaders in digital health—and this guide is just one of the ways we’re making that happen! ???You can download the full guide here:

At WELL, we’re building the community, resources, and programs women in digital health need to step powerfully into leadership. When I joined my first startup, I felt isolated and unsure where to turn for guidance—not just about navigating my career but also about understanding the business and leadership skills I needed to thrive. I started reaching out to other women in digital health—grabbing coffee, meeting for walks, and having honest conversations about our shared challenges. Those connections changed everything for me: my career, my confidence, and my ability to grow as a leader. Those early connections eventually became WELL: the community I needed back then, and still rely on today. Now, I’m inviting you to be part of it. Next week, I’m hosting a?free live webinar?where I’ll share how WELL’s?new membership?is designed to help women in digital health: ? Build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders ? Gain business knowledge and practical skills tailored to digital health ? Professional development programs to grow faster and with confidence ? Tap into curated tools and resources to get real-world results We’ll also hear real stories from WELL members about how this community has accelerated their careers and empowered their leadership journeys. ???December 18th at 12 PM ET This is your chance to learn how WELL’s membership can transform your career. Save your spot here:?https://lnkd.in/eUdk7YdE I can’t wait to see your name in the live chat!

Loved sitting down with Jeff Eyet ???, cofounder of The Berkeley Innovation Group (BIG) Strategy Podcast a couple of weeks ago! We talked about all things entrepreneurship and the work I’ve been doing building the WELL community. A few other topics we covered: ?How structural inequities limit leadership opportunities for women. ?WELL’s mission and why WELL is so important, right now specifically. ?The critical role of sponsorship for women leaders. You can listen to the full episode here:?https://lnkd.in/e4FapzzV And I would love to read your thoughts in the comments section below!

Digital health needs to hear more women’s voices. Amplifying women’s perspectives in healthcare innovation creates a positive ripple effect—better ideas, stronger communities, and effective solutions that change lives. Our community, content, and programs at WELL are designed to support our mission of promoting gender equity in digital health leadership. We believe that the hard work of improving healthcare is better together. And our members agree! We asked what’s been most valuable about being part of our community, and here’s what we heard: ??”The webinars [and] one-off opportunities to learn. This has been huge as I navigate the academia-to-industry transition…” Emily Bernstein, Associate Director, Psychology at Flagship Labs 105 ??”Building a network with like-minded women navigating career paths in digital health.” ??”Connecting with other like-minded women! The niche factor of female scientists or people who care about science in health technology and product is what makes WELL powerful. I feel like you can ask questions from others and get high quality responses for resources, advice or support.” Katie Donohue McMillan, MPH, CEO, Well Made Health, LLC How are you supporting women in our industry? Would love to hear in the comments section below!

Thank you to Solome Tibebu and Behavioral Health Tech for a fantastic conference last week! Some of the highlights include: - hearing from Paris Hilton and her mission of ending institutional child abuse - connecting with old and new friendly faces? - watching my dear friend Pam Partington do what she loves and offer professional headshots to members of our WELL community and booth visitors - leading the Business Strategy Bootcamp for Clinicians in Digital Mental Health Workshop alongside Wendy Rasmussen, PhD. Rasmussen and Jenna Carl, PhD - connecting with our WELL members at our happy hour event - and more (see pics below!) It’s also not lost on me how timely this conference was and how much our work in #womenshealth and #mentalhealth matters now more than ever. I’m up for this challenge and ready to continue fighting the good fight, with all of you. We have some exciting news for WELL coming out soon, so stay tuned!

“Having the opportunity to shift from an academic clinical setting, to an early-stage startup, lit something up inside of me…” I sat down with Pam Fox Rollin and Amy Vodarek, MScN, PCC, hosts of the Missing Conversations podcast, to chat about Navigating Priorities: Building Trust and Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation Teams. Something that really stuck out to me was our conversation about my time at Headspace. I had built out a team of scientists and clinicians, who were working closely with product teams across different businesses, and everyone was focused on the same mission: how do we build products that will help people stress less, sleep better and improve their mental health. A main challenge and theme that emerged during this time has since become central to my work: When you bring together diverse groups of people, we think about the work differently; and the values and priorities that we assume are central, often are not. ?For example, when working with scientists and clinicians, there's often a "gold standard" for how things should be done.? ?While on the product management side, it's about learning from users, moving quickly, and iterating. And a big challenge is helping both mindsets meet in the middle and understand the importance of each approach. But what does that look like? Well, for scientists and clinicians, this might mean thinking about how we can be more flexible and build something new, while still offering opinions on where the absolute lines are. And on the product side, it’s about emphasizing what’s on the line, or the responsibility we carry, when we’re building a healthcare product and dealing with the health and well-being of real customers. In this episode, we also covered:? ?The importance of building trust within a team and what that requires. ?The need to set boundaries to prevent burnout.? ?The importance of empowering women’s voices in healthcare innovation and how WELL’s mission supports that. Give the full episode a listen, using the link below (https://lnkd.in/eusPGBn3) and share your thoughts or takeaways in the comments section below.

After completing WELL's Career Accelerator this summer, I've been reflecting on my journey in digital mental health and consulting. I’ve been thinking about how to take the next step that aligns with my core values of empathy, quality, and innovation. Here’s where I’m planning to focus: ?? Expanding My Consultancy: I’m committed to continuing my work in digital mental health, helping organizations develop strategic, compliant, and client-centered solutions. I see immense potential in broadening my services, offering tailored packages to address key areas like telehealth infrastructure, program design, and regulatory compliance. ?? Enhancing My Presence as a Thought Leader: Sharing insights and building connections has always been a key part of my approach. I’m planning to increase my visibility through more speaking engagements, webinars, and consistent content creation, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities in digital mental health. ?? Developing Scalable Solutions: As digital mental health continues to grow, I’m excited to explore ways to create scalable, impactful programs and products that can benefit clients on a larger scale. Whether it’s through a structured virtual care model, leveraging AI for operational efficiency, or building? innovative training modules, I’m focused on delivering solutions that are both flexible and effective. ?? Building Strategic Partnerships: I’m always looking to collaborate with others who are passionate about mental health and digital innovation. By forming strategic partnerships, I hope to expand the range of services and expertise I can offer, making it easier for organizations to navigate the digital health landscape. I’m excited about where this next chapter will lead, and I’m open to connecting with others who share a vision for making mental health care more accessible, effective, and client-centered. If this resonates with you, let’s chat. https://lnkd.in/gne6dCrU

A few weeks ago I sat down with Behavioral Health Tech to chat about my experience transitioning from the clinical side to digital health and advice for anyone considering the pivot. Throughout the interview, we covered: ?Why scale and impact are the top motivators that drive individuals into the digital health space. ?Why business acumen is key for clinical leaders to be successful in digital health roles. ?How WELL acts as a main resource for women pivoting into the digital health technology industry. ?The importance of networking when making the leap into this space. ?And lots more! You can read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eMMbDvBK Have other advice or tidbits I may have left out? Sha're in the comments section below.