Virtual Town Hall Meeting for all Cook Children's Employees

Please take the time to watch our end-of-summer virtual Town Hall Meeting with important system information including:

• Opening Remarks: Rick W. Merrill, President and CEO
• A Moment of Reflection: Jennifer Hayes, MDiv, BCC, Director of Spiritual Care
• Strategic Initiatives Update for Fiscal Year 2024: Chris Pedigo, Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy, Education and Community Health Officer
• Research…The Road Ahead: A Conversation with William Stigall, M.D., Chief Research Officer
• Financial Report: Stephen Kimmel, Executive Vice President, System Finance
• Performance & Development Progress & HR News: Merridth Simpson, AVP, Human Resources
• The Experience and Relationship-Based Care: Megan Chavez, VP, Cook Children's Experience
• Quality & Safety Experience: New Health Equity Training Overview: Joann Sanders, M.D., Chief Quality Officer
• Team Experience Moment: Kathy McLean, VP, Brand & Team Experience
• The latest on the Health Plan and a Word of Appreciation: Karen Love, President, Cook Children's Health Plan
• Closing Comments and What’s Ahead for Fiscal Year 2025: Rick W. Merrill, President & CEO

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