![]() The MASHSMD Lifetime Excellence Award for Dedication (LEAD) is given to one or more recipients who have contributed throughout their professional career to the field of healthcare marketing, communications, business development, and/or public relations. Recipients receive this award at the MASHSMD annual conference and are forever recognized on the organization’s website. This award honors outstanding leaders who have contributed to the field of health care strategy, including marketers, strategic planners, business developers, and communications/PR leaders—individuals who are truly exemplars of the strategy professions and can demonstrate a career of stellar achievement.
Eligibility
CriteriaNominees’ career achievements will be judged by the MASHSMD Board on the following criteria:
Nomination ProcessTo nominate a colleague, please send their name, a brief explanation about how they have met or exceeded the criteria for the award, and any other pertinent nomination information, to [email protected].
Submit NominationPast WinnersJean Hitchcock
“Through her experience, leadership roles, writing, and speaking engagements, Jean has always been a strong advocate for bringing the patient's voice to internal and external communication and marketing discussions,” said Brond. Jean is widely regarded as a national expert in developing and implementing brand management programs, marketing plans, physician engagement strategies, department assessments, crisis communication plans, and marketing training for staff and physicians. She has held senior leadership roles and served as a consultant for various organizations, including academic medical centers, multi-hospital systems, physician groups, and community hospitals in rural and urban settings. Her senior leadership roles have included:
Jean received her bachelor’s degree in political science and sociology from Hunter College, earned a master’s in public administration from Western Michigan University, and completed the Executive Management of Healthcare Leadership Program at the University of Michigan. To nominate a colleague for next year’s L.E.A.D. Award, please send their name and a brief explanation about how they have met or exceeded the criteria for the award to [email protected]. |