Wednesday June 10, 2026
Recognition, Connection, and Retention: Healthcare Employee Engagement Strategies
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. CT (2:00 p.m. ET)
HR leaders in healthcare are forced to split their focus between filling open positions and creating an environment that retains top talent. In this webinar, we’ll explore practical employee engagement strategies drawn from Sherian’s real-world healthcare experience, including milestone and retirement recognition, connecting leaders to frontline staff and sustaining engagement throughout the year. We’ll also discuss effective ways to share survey feedback with leaders and employees to foster continuous culture improvement. Additionally, we’ll cover inclusive appreciation efforts that engage both clinical and non-clinical teams – from Healthcare Week celebrations and values-based awards to support programs for employees in need. This session offers actionable ideas HR leaders can tailor to their organizations and teams. Join us to learn how thoughtful engagement strategies can strengthen culture and help employees feel seen, valued, and connected!
Objectives
- Understand and apply practical employee engagement strategies, including milestone recognition and leadership connection to frontline staff, to enhance retention in healthcare settings.
- Plan for simple but inclusive recognition that engage both clinical and non-clinical teams, while connecting them to your organization’s mission.
- Discover how to implement year-round engagement programs that foster a sense of being seen, valued, and connected among healthcare employees.
Price
ASHHRA Member: FREE
ASHHRA Non-member: $25.00 FREE
Credit(s)
1 (CHHR, ACHE Fellowship*, HRCI, SHRM) for live webinar attendees.
*By attending the Recognition, Connection, and Retention: Healthcare Employee Engagement Strategies live webinar offered by ASHHRA participants may earn up to 1 ACHE Qualified Education hours toward initial certification or recertification of the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) designation.
Presenters
Sherian Briley
Director of Employee Experience
Shannon Medical Center
Sherian Briley began her healthcare career more than 30 years ago and has dedicated her career to supporting others and enhancing the team member experience. She has served in a variety of roles, including employee engagement, volunteer services, marketing, wellness initiatives, and recognition programs.
Passionate about creating meaningful connections, Sherian works to help team members feel valued, supported, and engaged. She has led and supported initiatives that strengthen workplace culture, promote wellness, recognize accomplishments, and encourage collaboration across teams.
Known for her enthusiasm and commitment to people, Sherian strives to help leaders and team members build strong relationships and create positive work environments where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alexandra Powell
Director of Insights
Reward Gateway
Alex is a highly experienced employee engagement consultant, trainer and speaker. For over 25 years she has helped HR and business leaders implement strategies that drive true culture change. Alex focuses on providing organizations with proven practices that drive results for varied leadership styles and the multiple generations in the modern workforce. Her presentation will leave you motivated and better equipped to lead your organization on a path to a more engaged workforce, making the world a better place to work.