Who is the Michigan Wellness Council (MWC)? The MWC is a nonprofit organization whose vision is to improve health through the successful integration of wellness best practices in the workplace. MWC executes on this mission by being the trusted resource and connector for workplace wellness collaboration. Over the past 10 years, the MWC has consistently convened 50 public meetings and one half-day conference bringing in thought leaders in the field as well as employers sharing best practices in workplace wellness to discuss effectiveness and challenges along with new trends. Presenters include Dee Edington, Michael O’Donnell, Jon Robison and organizations such as Beaumont, Oakland County, and Grand Valley State University. Past topics include Mindfulness and Resiliency, Thriving Organizations, Population Health Management, and Addressing Musculoskeletal Problems in the Workplace.
2015 Recipient of Pinnacle Award for Workplace Wellness
Offers education HRCI credits for HR Professionals
2015 Press coverage in Crain’s on MWC meetings and Fred Zimmer Workplace Wellness Scholarship
Collaborate statewide with other organizations with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Fitness Foundation, West Michigan Business Health Coalition
Partners with DSHRM & Best & Brightest in Wellness
What’s new in 2016? MWC will facilitate 4 bimonthly meetings, 1 webinar, 1 employer site visit and 1 half-day conference
Podcast interviews to showcase workplace wellness in MI
Online resources for workplace wellness in MI
Who are the attendees? Those who register to receive our information via in person meetings or online are interested in learning about best practices and resources in workplace wellness, connecting and hearing from practitioners in the field, and networking for business and employment. Our attendee mix includes, employers (HR professionals), wellness practitioners, vendors, health insurance, health consultants, benefit providers, educators, and hospitals
Average 60 attendees per group meeting
Over 1,800 individuals in database (32% added in last 12 months)
Average 20 new first time attendees each group meeting
