Building Culture Through Connection with Amber Van Allen

Описание: What if the key to a thriving workplace isn't another perk, but a person who meets you where you are?


In this episode, Shawn and Sarah sit down with Amber Van Allen, Wellness Administrator at the City of Green Bay. With nearly two decades in health and wellness, Amber reveals how meaningful relationships, empathy, and a clear sense of purpose can transform employee wellbeing.


From Green Bay's signature Health 1265 program to on-the-ground strategies for connection, resiliency, and burnout prevention, Amber shares how she's building trust across departments, one conversation at a time. Whether she's walking alongside the mayor or coaching a new hire through the city's wellness platform, Amber shows what it really means to bring work to life and life to work.


If you care about culture, connection, or building a people-first workplace, this one's for you.





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Key Takeaways:


• Relationships are the foundation of workplace wellbeing

• Empathy fosters accountability and trust among employees

• Wellness needs to be visible, not just virtual

• Leadership participation drives culture change

• Small moments can lead to lasting wellbeing impact