This document summarizes the perspectives of several employees at Cambia on living their dreams and Cambia's commitment to diversity and inclusion. It discusses the African American Employee Resource Group (AAERG) and its role in giving employees opportunities to develop their careers and participate in volunteer events while creating a supportive community. The employees describe words like "hope", "inspiration", and "access" that represent their dreams and how Cambia allows them to live their dreams through serving others and contributing to healthcare transformation.
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Newsletter of an organisation supported through the Strengthening DPULOs Programme. It provides peer support work for people with mental health conditions.
Preview of our Happy at Work programs and Sample Chapter from the book, happy@work – 60 Simple Ways to Stay Engaged and Be Successful. - See more at: http://www.jimdonovan.com/speaker
For All Summit 2022: Plante Moran Focus SessionJustinBoo1
Hear how Plante Moran has pivoted from a “year of understanding” to a “year of action”; why they’re questioning the wisdom of “cultural fit” and leaning, instead, toward “cultural contribution”; and how they’re slowly, but deliberately, moving toward their aspirational ideal—a firm that values the unique identities and experiences of its staff, where everyone has an equitable and fair opportunity to succeed, and where every staff member can proudly say, “I know I belong here.”
"We want to emphasise that we all have a stake in our government, in our new government. If we want to see change, we have to be the change that we want to see in our government." Source: Advocacy Beyond Borders
This is a great aid available to help us initiate and inform such conversations. It’s in the form of a flipbook called “Service To Humanity”. Themes like “Pathway of Service”, “Twofold Moral Purpose”, “Constructive and Destructive Forces of Society”, “Educating Younger Generations”, etc. provide compelling launch pads for rich, meaningful conversations with both youth and adults.
FOREWORD by Founder Karina Andersen
“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is not path and leave a trail”
As I journey with our Change Agents through their Circles of Change (COC) I wake more and more up to this inspiring quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson. When each of us live into our Golden Thread and follow its calling, Magic takes place! Each project that we have been so lucky to witness and gently guide in our Change Agent work this year inspires to move beyond what we think we know and open ourselves to the grand adventure! I am deeply grateful for a year that has emptied me and opened me further. Only when we can be fully present with ‘the other’ can we deeply honour their journey and its unfolding. Here at SmilingOne we are curious about the puzzle piece that each of our Students are in our greater puzzle - their unique contribution. We walk hand in hand, we spin the COC Engine inwardly and outwardly, we shape and co-create inspiring projects that heal and inspire youth, families and communities.
Our annual report is a testimony of how each Change Agent leaves a trail as they are drawn by the inner pull towards their purpose - embracing the share they own in the well-being of our Society!
THANK YOU FOR VISITING AND LISTENING ♥ KARINA
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"The spiritual transformation of impact investing".
We often think that there is a disconnect between our spiritual lives and how we allocate our time and our capital. This speech explores the connection between our spiritual lives, our values and how we engage in the workplace and in our lives. It explores tools for integrate our spiritual and material realities.
The Ultimate Freedom Plan for Life and Business by 2017 - Natalie Sisson Natalie Sisson
Two years ago to the day I was sitting on a golden sand beach on Penang Island, Malaysia, sipping on a coconut and watching the waves lapping the shore.
I had my iPad in my hand too and when I wasn’t gazing out to sea or enjoying the warmth of the sun on my face, I was reading Cameron Herold’s book Double Double; and more importantly, all about the power of a Painted Picture (which he’s recently renamed Vivid Vision).
Regardless of what you call it, the power of this exercise is unbelievable, and until you try it yourself you might not believe me. In a nutshell it’s like a vision board on steroids, but so much more valuable and a far higher percentage of actually turning your dreams into reality.
Two hours later, in an open air cafe overlooking that beach I had written my 3 year vision for my life and business. By the end of 2013 over 60% of what I’d stated I wanted to happen had come true, including having written and published my #No 1 bestselling book and making six figures in revenue.
To date the Painted Picture that I made public on Slideshare a few months later has had over 48,000 views and hundreds of downloads. It has also been a huge talking point with people I meet around the world and in my community.
It’s now a major part of my Freedom Plan program
http://suitcaseentrepreneur.com/freedomplan as I believe it’s IMPERATIVE everyone create their own if they truly want personal and professional success and happiness.
So now I'd like to share with you my NEW vision for life and business in the hope that you'll be part of this journey and help make it a reality. Thank you!
Natalie Sisson
THE KINSHIP PROJECT INTENTIONS
Connecting through Kinship: We look to conduct primary research that aims to assess and quantify the influence of kinship and kinship groups on the achievement of sustainable change. Our corporate agenda aims to define the conditions and practices that can accelerate and sustain institutional change intentions. Our social agenda examines the correlation between kinship presence and the demonstrated advancement of social change as defined by indicators in selected areas of focus.
Igniting Social Movement: Kinship research is to be broadly shared to accelerate and sustain any intention for change. We believe that the conditions and practices that contribute to kinship can be leveraged far beyond the walls of any institution or defined group. We believe that kinship is a stimulant for social movement. When we learn to openly create meaningful and authentic relationships, we have the potential to significantly improve living conditions throughout the world pyramid.
Inspiring Global Kinship: We have a picture of success where kinship helps us move from segmented, regional interests to shared, global connections. Through an awareness of kinship as an accelerant to meaningful, sustainable change, we aspire to transform the way people live and work. And, as a result, inspire a million small unforeseen efforts and partnerships for social cures.
FOREWORD by Karina Andersen, Founder
I am humbled by a year of incredible growth.
We have opened so many new and exciting doors and partnered with like-minded souls who deeply connect to our passion and our purpose. These partnerships have allowed us to extend ourselves even further and gift especially South African youth-at-risk with our enabling platform, a TRI toolkit and our SmilingOne Change Agents!
2018/19 has allowed for years of deeply focused Change Agent work to move to the next level! I love how the journey guides us. It keeps revealing the steps to take. At times we are called to pause and at other times we are called to stretch. It has been a year of huge stretch. It continues to ask for more and that we bow to the process. Only when we bow can we open our hearts and minds to purify our intent. We are here to SERVE a much greater purpose than ourselves. We want to cause ripples of change which will echo in the hearts and minds of those we touch. We want to leave a lasting footprint and be woven into the tapestry of lives transformed forever. Just like nature every single process is connected. WE are all connected! There is a greater rhythm to honour - a grand symphony. My task is to keep us honest and aligned to this wonderful balance which begins with how we as a SmilingOne Team live and practice our own consciousness toolkit, grounding ourselves firmly, moving from our deepest essence.
I am thrilled to share our annual report with you and invite you to celebrate with us the wonderful progress…
In Gratitude, Karina - SmilingOne Founder
For All Summit 2022: Plante Moran Focus SessionJustinBoo1
Hear how Plante Moran has pivoted from a “year of understanding” to a “year of action”; why they’re questioning the wisdom of “cultural fit” and leaning, instead, toward “cultural contribution”; and how they’re slowly, but deliberately, moving toward their aspirational ideal—a firm that values the unique identities and experiences of its staff, where everyone has an equitable and fair opportunity to succeed, and where every staff member can proudly say, “I know I belong here.”
"We want to emphasise that we all have a stake in our government, in our new government. If we want to see change, we have to be the change that we want to see in our government." Source: Advocacy Beyond Borders
This is a great aid available to help us initiate and inform such conversations. It’s in the form of a flipbook called “Service To Humanity”. Themes like “Pathway of Service”, “Twofold Moral Purpose”, “Constructive and Destructive Forces of Society”, “Educating Younger Generations”, etc. provide compelling launch pads for rich, meaningful conversations with both youth and adults.
FOREWORD by Founder Karina Andersen
“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is not path and leave a trail”
As I journey with our Change Agents through their Circles of Change (COC) I wake more and more up to this inspiring quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson. When each of us live into our Golden Thread and follow its calling, Magic takes place! Each project that we have been so lucky to witness and gently guide in our Change Agent work this year inspires to move beyond what we think we know and open ourselves to the grand adventure! I am deeply grateful for a year that has emptied me and opened me further. Only when we can be fully present with ‘the other’ can we deeply honour their journey and its unfolding. Here at SmilingOne we are curious about the puzzle piece that each of our Students are in our greater puzzle - their unique contribution. We walk hand in hand, we spin the COC Engine inwardly and outwardly, we shape and co-create inspiring projects that heal and inspire youth, families and communities.
Our annual report is a testimony of how each Change Agent leaves a trail as they are drawn by the inner pull towards their purpose - embracing the share they own in the well-being of our Society!
THANK YOU FOR VISITING AND LISTENING ♥ KARINA
The PEOPLE CFO. A PowerPoint presentation on Caroline Vullmahn, CFO, CPA, Ill...Caroline Vullmahn
A PowerPoint presentation to highlight the office of a people CFO. Caroline Vullmahn has a background in corporate finance and strong success in helping organizations.
"The spiritual transformation of impact investing".
We often think that there is a disconnect between our spiritual lives and how we allocate our time and our capital. This speech explores the connection between our spiritual lives, our values and how we engage in the workplace and in our lives. It explores tools for integrate our spiritual and material realities.
The Ultimate Freedom Plan for Life and Business by 2017 - Natalie Sisson Natalie Sisson
Two years ago to the day I was sitting on a golden sand beach on Penang Island, Malaysia, sipping on a coconut and watching the waves lapping the shore.
I had my iPad in my hand too and when I wasn’t gazing out to sea or enjoying the warmth of the sun on my face, I was reading Cameron Herold’s book Double Double; and more importantly, all about the power of a Painted Picture (which he’s recently renamed Vivid Vision).
Regardless of what you call it, the power of this exercise is unbelievable, and until you try it yourself you might not believe me. In a nutshell it’s like a vision board on steroids, but so much more valuable and a far higher percentage of actually turning your dreams into reality.
Two hours later, in an open air cafe overlooking that beach I had written my 3 year vision for my life and business. By the end of 2013 over 60% of what I’d stated I wanted to happen had come true, including having written and published my #No 1 bestselling book and making six figures in revenue.
To date the Painted Picture that I made public on Slideshare a few months later has had over 48,000 views and hundreds of downloads. It has also been a huge talking point with people I meet around the world and in my community.
It’s now a major part of my Freedom Plan program
http://suitcaseentrepreneur.com/freedomplan as I believe it’s IMPERATIVE everyone create their own if they truly want personal and professional success and happiness.
So now I'd like to share with you my NEW vision for life and business in the hope that you'll be part of this journey and help make it a reality. Thank you!
Natalie Sisson
THE KINSHIP PROJECT INTENTIONS
Connecting through Kinship: We look to conduct primary research that aims to assess and quantify the influence of kinship and kinship groups on the achievement of sustainable change. Our corporate agenda aims to define the conditions and practices that can accelerate and sustain institutional change intentions. Our social agenda examines the correlation between kinship presence and the demonstrated advancement of social change as defined by indicators in selected areas of focus.
Igniting Social Movement: Kinship research is to be broadly shared to accelerate and sustain any intention for change. We believe that the conditions and practices that contribute to kinship can be leveraged far beyond the walls of any institution or defined group. We believe that kinship is a stimulant for social movement. When we learn to openly create meaningful and authentic relationships, we have the potential to significantly improve living conditions throughout the world pyramid.
Inspiring Global Kinship: We have a picture of success where kinship helps us move from segmented, regional interests to shared, global connections. Through an awareness of kinship as an accelerant to meaningful, sustainable change, we aspire to transform the way people live and work. And, as a result, inspire a million small unforeseen efforts and partnerships for social cures.
FOREWORD by Karina Andersen, Founder
I am humbled by a year of incredible growth.
We have opened so many new and exciting doors and partnered with like-minded souls who deeply connect to our passion and our purpose. These partnerships have allowed us to extend ourselves even further and gift especially South African youth-at-risk with our enabling platform, a TRI toolkit and our SmilingOne Change Agents!
2018/19 has allowed for years of deeply focused Change Agent work to move to the next level! I love how the journey guides us. It keeps revealing the steps to take. At times we are called to pause and at other times we are called to stretch. It has been a year of huge stretch. It continues to ask for more and that we bow to the process. Only when we bow can we open our hearts and minds to purify our intent. We are here to SERVE a much greater purpose than ourselves. We want to cause ripples of change which will echo in the hearts and minds of those we touch. We want to leave a lasting footprint and be woven into the tapestry of lives transformed forever. Just like nature every single process is connected. WE are all connected! There is a greater rhythm to honour - a grand symphony. My task is to keep us honest and aligned to this wonderful balance which begins with how we as a SmilingOne Team live and practice our own consciousness toolkit, grounding ourselves firmly, moving from our deepest essence.
I am thrilled to share our annual report with you and invite you to celebrate with us the wonderful progress…
In Gratitude, Karina - SmilingOne Founder
1. “As the first co-chairs of the African American Employee Resource
Group Dee-Dee and I have relished the opportunity to serve in a capacity
that demonstrates Cambia’s commitment to inclusion. With over 50
years of combined experience at Regence, we have seen many changes
over the years. The creation of the Employee Resource Groups has been
a dream realized.
Cambia’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is the power behind the
ERGs. The development of the ERG’s within the organization has
afforded the chance for employees to develop and enhance their careers,
as well as support and participate in corporate and community sponsored
volunteer events. It has also created a common community where ERG
members in all four states can share and interact with fellow members in
support of Cambia’s core strategies and corporate values.
As co-chairs we recognize and are committed to being the vessel to carry
forth the voices of our members. Three years ago Dee- Dee and I were
excited for the opportunity to co-chair on this new adventure. Initially
we experienced some apprehension and hesitancy. Martin Luther King
once said, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the full
staircase.” Through the ups and downs experienced in launching the
AAERG, Dee-Dee and I have remained dedicated in our mission to be
the voice for our members. The example that Cambia daily
demonstrates in its efforts to evolve and be innovative in transforming
healthcare has provided the platform to help ensure our success.
We can’t’ see the full staircase. We continue to move forward one step
at a time realizing the staircase is the beginning of a path that will
promote diversity, inclusion and individual growth for current and future
Cambia employees. This is how we are living our dream.”
Nancy Harris
Co-Chair
AAERG Leadership Team
CHAMPIONS FOR OUR CAUSE
Dee Dee Moore
Co-Chair
“I live my dreams through
including support the
perspectives of others. I
strive to create an
environment that is full of
opportunities to different
viewpoints. This is
important to me because
there are very few
challenges that cannot be
overcome when we are
inclusive in our problem
solving.”
Eric Pettigrew
Executive Sponsor
As champions for our cause at Cambia,
the African-American Employee
Resource Group takes exceptional
pride in our corporate values.
During 2015, we’ve set out to be
catalysts for the transformation of
healthcare by nurturing the fertile
ground where innovation takes its
strongest hold: the workplace.
The Live Your Dream initiative has
inspired us all to uncover the potential
that lies in every person-focused
interaction. For those diverse
interactions shape the landscape of our
shared success.
We are honored to close the campaign
by recognizing the dreams of our peers
across the organization, each whom
embodies the character and
perseverance required to live their
dreams.
2. “Dr. King delivered his powerful "I have
a Dream” speech on August 28, 1968
from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial
during the March on Washington. His
speech not only changed America, its
message also touched the rest of the
world. I was 7,000 mile away in Taiwan
when I listened to the recording of his
speech and watched the March on
television. His voice inspired millions
around the world about peace, freedom
and equality. When I came to the United
States after college, my dream was to get
a post-graduate education that would not
only enrich my own life but also to enable
me to contribute to the well-beings of
others. Working in the health insurance
field has given me that opportunity to
realize these personal aspirations. But
more importantly, through my own
experience over the years, I have come to
truly understand and appreciate the true
meaning of equality, inclusivity, respect
and service championed by Dr. King
during the civil rights movement--the
very same values that resonate with
Regence's beliefs in Servant Leadership
and diversity. I feel blessed that I can hold
on to the wonderful memories of the life I
left behind in Taiwan and, at the same
time, embrace and be part of a country of
diverse people and culture.”
Vivian Chi
VP, Claims
LIVING OUR DREAMS
“As a long-time employee of Cambia, I
am fortunate to live my dream by working
every day in an environment that aligns
with my personal core values of trust,
accountability, commitment and
teamwork. Where mutual respect is at the
cornerstone of how we work and care for
each other. It is a place where I can
express my thoughts and ideas in a healthy
environment with open dialogue and
understanding. If I had one word to
describe my dream it would be
HOPE. Hope to me means unwavering
optimism and the appreciation that
anything is possible and can be achieved
with a healthy mind, body and spirit.”
“I live my dream by stepping out of my
realm of comfort. I am currently in
school working on my paralegal degree,
and when I found out that I could work
for medical firms as well, I couldn’t be
more excited. I mostly figured
paralegals could only work for lawyers,
but finding that out excited me because
that meant helping people in two fields.
When I applied for Cambia all I could
think of is how much this experience
would help me to achieve my goal and
be able to better assist people en route.
Needless to say, I was excited when I
heard that I would be able to move up
and venture out to different parts of
Cambia. When it comes to inclusion, I
enjoy getting the opportunity to be a part
of a team and contributing to doing
something that matters. It just feels good
to know that people can come together
as one and work toward the same goal of
helping others. One word describes my
dream is inspirational. I want my dream
to be an inspiration to others; I want
them to see me and think that they can
achieve the same if not more.”
“Prior to coming to Regence I
worked for a restaurant company
that spanned over a few states,
although this company was “family”
oriented I never felt
connected. When the economy
changed my job was eliminated and
my responsibilities transitioned to a
few other gals in the
company. Because the economy
changed I had to make some quick
decisions to make sure that my #1
priority was taken care of, my family
but I didn’t want to just settle. I
searched and searched for a job
when I happened upon a job opening
through the local Work Source
office, Regence was hiring Customer
Service Reps. I recall working with
Customer Service and with Dawn
Fyre, my then Group Administrator
and remember how fantastic their
customer service skills were that I
knew I had to apply. Since my
joining the Cambia family I have
been blessed with many
opportunities from Customer
Service, Training Member Services
& Membership and now Provider
Relations. This year my quest is to
find ways to give back to a great
company who has given me so
much!”
Charnay Davis
Customer Service
Lisa McKay
Lifemap
Donna Watson
Provider Relations
“I live my dream of representing
the underrepresented by pushing
for changes people need in lieu of
traditional business value.
Hearing the pains and difficulties
of others inspires me to bring the
awareness to my team members,
and to work towards solutions to
problems. My core value is
compassion; with it, our world
can be made more pleasant.”
Tyler Hoppe
IT
3. Team
LIVING OUR DREAMS
“At Cambia I’m moving toward my
dream of helping others. The
Affordable Care Act’s passage into
law ignited my passion toward a
career where people can take action
to do good for themselves. Access
would be the word I’d use to
describe my dream. I want to help
people access the healthcare system
to improve their lives. Minorities
have poorer health outcomes. At
Cambia, I can be a voice in the
community to help people improve
their lives by knowing what to do
for their well-being.”
“I live my dream on a daily basis by
giving back to those that are facing
harder circumstances that I am through
Candlelighters for Children with
Cancer. We help take care of the
whole family, regardless of what
differences they might have and
without judgment, with some of their
most basic needs like help paying rent
or gas money to get to the hospital, to
providing meals. I have long believed
in the word service, from the time I
was in the Air Force to the time I have
spent donating time and money to
causes I am passionate about. That is
one reason why I have really enjoyed
the past ten years I have worked at
Cambia, not only do we have a great
cause and core strategies but we as a
company believe in giving back within
the communities we are a part of. I
believe that we all have in us a need to
help others and to appreciate those that
are different from us.”
“I live my dream by owning my
responsibility to always examine my own
preconceived notions and stereotypes as
they are tested and challenged by events in
life both big and small. I strive to find
learning opportunities and situations where
I can grow in my knowledge of others and
their experiences. I remember being able
to attend a session on human rights at the
United Nations earlier in my career. I
made a commitment that day to their
pledge: “As a citizen of the world
community, I stand with the United
Nations against racism, discrimination and
intolerance of any kind. Throughout my
life I will try to promote equality, justice
and dignity among all people in my home,
my community and everywhere in the
world.” I remember taking this in and
having a piece of paper with this on it and
my commitment to keep it. To this day I
have it and it stays with me physically and
in spirit. This visit to the United Nations
took place on September 10, 2001. I
would have never imagined this
commitment could be tested so profoundly
by the horrific events that unfolded the
next day. Resilient: My dream, and
commitment, to stand against racism,
discrimination and intolerance of any kind
remain strong in the face of both
challenges and progress.”
“I live my dream every day by working
in an awesome environment that truly
lets me feel at peace and experience
those feelings of creativity, trust,
commitment and teamwork that I
crave. I am thankful to be able to work
in an environment that supports and
encourages diversity, teamwork, and
outreach (volunteering).
Two words to describe my dream
would be “compassion” and
“hope”. Compassion means
everything to me. Everything. I see
families at the overnight shelter every
single week and I see so much hope
from these families. I see them
showing compassion to one another,
even while dealing with
homelessness. I see and feel their hope
and it surrounds me like a warm
blanket. When I help these families,
the kids, even in a small way each
week, I am living my dream.”
“I live my dream through my
interactions with others. Wherever these
interactions take place, either at work,
with family, or even with complete
strangers, I try my best to be respectful
and friendly. To me this reflects
Cambia’s value of leadership because I
know that effective servant leadership
starts with the basic habit of treating
others as I would like to be treated. I’m
inspired by the value of inclusion
because the opportunity to engage and
diversify any team or environment will
lead to more innovation, positivity, and
growth. When inclusion happens, there
is a sharing of ideas, a collaborative and
solutions-oriented mindset, with more
skillsets to leverage too. This may make
any situation better. If it be a sports team
with diverse roles and skills, or within
business. Even personal growth can
happen from inclusion, and engaging
with others who hold different values.
One word to describe my dream would
be peace. Peace being, peace of mind,
peace on earth, peace to everybody’s
hearts and souls, and peace with God.”
Stephanie Hisle-Lambert
Business Relations
Stan Thompson
Enterprise Solutions
Timshel Tarbet
Director, Ethics
Steve Lesky
Community Investment
Chelsia Berry
Customer Service