Jamey Bednez MS, CHES, CWWS acts as the Director of Corporate Wellness for BABB Inc. He drives the development and implementation of wellness programs that focus on population management, provides consultative services for hundreds of small to mid-sized companies and is nationally recognized the National Wellness Institute, Wellness Council of America, and The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing. Contact Jamey at jcb@babbins.com
It takes a sound plan and unwavering commitment from key players to create wellness initiatives that impact the overall health. Identifying champions who support and foster the initiative are crucial for increasing participation and engagement.
A comprehensive workplace wellness program can positively impact the wealth of businesses and 60% have used this concept. Almost 95% of the existing wellness programs are not meeting their potential.
Lack of physical activity, increased incidences of obesity, poor dietary habits, smoking, alcohol consumption rises healthcare costs. Recent research confirms that a culture of happiness greatly contributes to a company's prosperity.