Public Relations Specialist,
Northwell Direct
(November 2023-November 2025)
Northwell Direct is a subsidiary company owned by Northwell Health一New York State’s largest private employer and largest healthcare system一known as the leading direct-to-employer solution for the Greater New York Metro area.
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Found, tracked and executed on 50+ earned thought leadership opportunities (ex: podcast, print, conferences) for Northwell Direct’s Executive Leadership team一Chief Executive Officer, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Growth Officer and AVP, Head of Sales. Coordinated event logistics from beginning to end, creating seamless experiences.
Sent detailed calendar invites to team members via Outlook一for sponsored events, conferences and other opportunities一ensuring they have accurate information on events they are attending or speaking at.
Submitted media announcements to Northwell Direct Newsroom for visibility and awareness of company accomplishments. (ex: press releases, podcasts, print articles)
Tracked marketing projects in ClickUp. (social posts, speaking engagements, sales events, blogs)
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Wrote/edited 20+ blogs and newsletters relating to topics surrounding the healthcare industry.
Interviewed physicians, medical professionals and business executives for healthcare blog stories.
Submitted completed blogs to Adobe Workfront for publishing.
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Oversaw 1000+ marketing giveaways for events and organized materials in a Northwell-affiliated warehouse.
Shipped various marketing giveaways via FedEx to event venues and organizers.
Monitored two NWD email inboxes for business leads and communicated inquiries to Northwell Direct sales team.
Tracked legal contract jargon (relating to use of names) for every Northwell Direct client. (Network and At-Work)
Compiled invoices and W9’s from outside vendors for sponsorship-related events and shared with Northwell Direct finance department for approval in Chrome River.
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“Innovative Employee Wellness Program Ideas to Boost Health and Morale in the Workplace” (March 2024)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/employee-wellness-program-ideas
“What is Self-Funded Insurance?” (June 2024)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/self-funded-insurance-benefits
“Should Employers Offer Supplemental Benefits?” (July 2024)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/supplemental-benefits
“Do Employers Have To Offer Health Insurance? Understanding Your Responsibilities” (August 2024)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/should-employers-offer-health-insurance
“Addressing Healthcare Deserts Through Strategic Network Expansion” (October 2024)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/health-care-deserts-network-expansion
“Incorporating wellness initiatives into your organization’s large group health plan” (December 2024)
“How On-Site Flu Clinics Support Employee Health” (February 2025)
“Corporate Wellness Workshop Ideas for Employers” (March 2025)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/corporate-wellness-workshop-ideas-for-employees
“Unlocking Health Plan Cost Savings for Self-Funded Employers” (March 2025)
“Cardiovascular disease in the workplace: why employers have a crucial role in prevention and wellness” (April 2025)
Is Northwell Direct the right fit for your business? (May 2025)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/is-northwell-direct-the-right-fit-for-your-business
“Maternity Care Plans for Employers” (June 2025)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/maternity-care-plan-for-employers
“5 Ways to Manage Stress in the Workplace” (June 2025)
https://northwelldirect.northwell.edu/blog/five-ways-to-manage-stress-in-the-workplace
“Why Employers Should Consider Offering a 24-7 Nurse Line” (July 2025)
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Examples of Thought Leadership That I Helped Orchestrate for Northwell Direct’s Executive Team
Articles:
Featuring Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Prophet
Featuring Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Prophet
https://prophet.com/2024/08/transforming-healthcare-the-power-of-platform-thinking/
Featuring Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sandy Balwan, Self-Insurer Magazine (pg. 42-48)
https://issuu.com/selfinsurer/docs/july_2025_the_self-insurer
Featuring Chief Growth Officer, Chelsea Glenn, Self-Insurer Magazine (pg. 42-45)
https://issuu.com/selfinsurer/docs/the_self-insurer_november_2025
Podcasts:
Featuring Chief Growth Officer, Chelsea Glenn, Healthcare IT Leaders Podcast
Featuring Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Chalk Talk Jim Podcast
https://www.chalktalkjim.com/2161473/episodes/15434955
Featuring Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sandy Balwan, Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Featuring Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sandy Balwan, Coaching Healthcare Leaders Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmRSRnRxF4M
Featuring Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Podnosis Podcast
Featuring Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Healthy Data Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEG3bn7qRkU
Conferences:
HLTH 2025 : Featured Chief Executive Officer, Nick Stefanizzi, Northwell Direct
(Topic Bingo: The Real HR Challenges of Workplaces) https://www.linkedin.com/posts/northwell-direct_hlth2025-workforcehealth-hrchalleneges-activity-7386099950197309441-vF4M
SHRM-LI 2025 : Featuring Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sandy Balwan, and Brett Burlin, AVP Head of Sales (Topic: Innovating Healthcare Strategy: Leadership Insights to Drive Employer Value)
HFMA 2025: Featuring Chelsea Glenn, Chief Growth Officer, Northwell Direct (Bridging the gap between payers and providers, and building financially sustainable models that advance equitable care)