Workplace Wellbeing Summit

Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas: As a clinical psychologist, inspirational international speaker, impact entrepreneur, and survivor of suicide loss, Dr. Spencer-Thomas sees the issues of suicide prevention and mental health promotion from many perspectives. Dr. Spencer-Thomas was moved to work in suicide prevention after her younger brother, a Denver entrepreneur, died of suicide after a difficult battle with bipolar condition.Known nationally and internationally as an innovator in social change, Spencer-Thomas has helped start up multiple large-scale, gap filling efforts in mental health including the award-winning campaignMan Therapy(a program using humor to engage men in mental health) and the nation’s first comprehensive workplace program designed to help employers with the successful prevention, intervention, and crisis management of suicide.A 2016 invited speaker at the White House and 2017 TEDx speaker, Spencer-Thomas’ leverages her professional speaking platform to elevate the conversation and make suicide prevention a health and safety priority in our schools, workplaces and communities.Spencer-Thomas has also held leadership positions for the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention, the International Association for Suicide Prevention, the American Association for Suicidology, and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. She has won multiple awards for her advocacy including the 2014 Survivor of the Year from the American Association of Suicidology, the 2014 Invisible Disabilities Association Impact Honors Award, and the 2012 Alumni Master Scholar from the University of Denver, the 2015 Farbarow Award from the International Association for Suicide Prevention and the 2016 Career Achievement Alumni Award from the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Professional Psychology.She has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver, Masters in Non-profit Management from Regis University, a Bachelors in Psychology and Studio Art with a Minor in Economics from Bowdoin College. She has written four books on mental health and violence prevention. She lives with her partner and three sons in Conifer, Colorado.Connect with Dr. Spencer-Thomas by visiting her website and signing up for her newsletter atwww.SallySpencerThomas.comand by following her on Facebook @DrSallySpeaks, Twitter @sspencerthomas and LinkedIn. Come “elevate the conversation” with her by participating in her monthly podcasts, blogs and twitter chats!

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A full-day Workplace Wellbeing Summit where teams from companies, local unions and professional associations will learn H.O.P.E programming.

American Mountaineering Center

Join us on June 27th for the Workplace Well-being Summit at the American Mountaineering Center in Golden, Colorado from 8:30-3:30Are you concerned about the mental health and well-being of your employees? Do you want to ensure that your organization is doing everything possible to support them through mental health challenges and promote a positive work environment? Then you can&#x27;t afford to miss out on the Workplace Well-Being Summit.At the summit, we will address the pressing concerns that many leaders like you face when it comes to their workers&#x27; mental health. We will provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to support employees experiencing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, addiction, and even suicidal thoughts.By attending the summit, you will:<ol><li>Learn the best practices for prevention, intervention, and crisis response, enabling you to take proactive steps in supporting your employees&#x27; mental health.</li><li>Gain confidence in your ability to deliver desired outcomes through a comprehensive and evidence-based approach.</li><li>Showcase your organization as a leader in mental health support, demonstrating your commitment to the well-being of your employees to your management.</li><li>Connect with a network of like-minded mental health champions who are eager to share their best practices with you, allowing you to learn from their experiences.</li><li>Discover how your organization can earn a recognizable certificate, the H.O.P.E. Certification, highlighting your investment in proactive mental health support for both current and future employees.</li></ol>Even if you don&#x27;t apply for the H.O.P.E. Certification cohort, attending the summit will provide you with a better understanding of the issues surrounding mental health and equip you with potential solutions. You will leave the event with valuable insights and actionable strategies to implement within your organization.The Workplace Well-Being Summit is hosted by United Suicide Survivors International and sponsored by esteemed organizations such as Colorado&#x27;s Department of Public Health and Environment, The Rosendin Foundation, and the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Colorado. This event is designed to help workplaces develop comprehensive well-being programs that empower individuals to thrive through tough times, focusing on prevention, early identification, and emergency preparedness.While the Summit primarily targets safety-critical industries such as construction, mining, oil &amp; gas, first responders, and healthcare, it is open to everyone. We encourage companies, local unions, professional associations, and teams from each organization to attend. Ideally, your team should include representatives from leadership, HR, safety, marketing, and individuals with lived experience in mental health challenges.By the end of the summit, organizations will have the opportunity to apply for the H.O.P.E. Certification Colorado Pilot program. Only 10 organizations will be selected to enroll in this program, which offers a full year of technical assistance and implementation support for nine practices aimed at transforming workplace culture around mental health. Even if you choose not to join the pilot program, your team will benefit greatly from attending this one-day summit.Take action now to secure your spot at the Workplace Well-being Summit. Join us in elevating the well-being of your workplace and making a positive impact in your community. Register today and be part of the solution for better mental health support in your organization.

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