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Friends as Medicine | 2025 Summer Webinar Series

Friends as Medicine | 2025 Summer Webinar Series

Strong social connections aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential for our health, happiness and safety. Research shows that individuals with meaningful relationships live longer, experience less stress and enjoy better physical and mental health. The workplace, where we spend a significant portion of our lives, is one of the most powerful places to foster these connections.

Watch the webinar below exploring how employers can help cultivate friendship and belonging among employees—and why doing so is a critical strategy for improving individual well-being and organizational culture. We’ll examine the science behind social connection and its far-reaching benefits, from lower healthcare costs to stronger team collaboration.

You’ll also hear ideas for building a more connected workforce and actionable strategies for leaders who want to promote meaningful connection among their teams.

Marci Steiding

Senior Vice President, Retail Marketing Strategy, Brown & Brown

Jillian Racoosin Kornmeier, MPH

Executive Director, Foundation for Social Connections

Rachel Jensen, MBA, CWP

Consultant, Population Health & Well-Being, Brown & Brown