Lauren
Keeler
Social Impact Principal at New Relic
"The Connection Cure: Building Resilient Cultures Through Collective Impact"
"The Connection Cure: Building Resilient Cultures Through Collective Impact"
Tue May 12 - 1:00 PM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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"The Connection Cure: Building Resilient Cultures Through Collective Impact"
"The Connection Cure: Building Resilient Cultures Through Collective Impact"
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Session: The Connection Cure: Building Resilient Cultures Through Collective Impact
Tech is facing a connection crisis. As we navigate hybrid work, shifting priorities, and "efficiency" cycles, how do we keep the "human" in our software? The answer isn't another happy hour; it's shared purpose. In this session, we’ll discuss how Social Impact serves as the "connective tissue" for global teams. Using New Relic’s journey as a blueprint, we’ll explore how volunteering and community giving act as a "rhythm" for the company—providing morale when things are tough and a sense of belonging that transcends the daily grind. Discover how to build a "low-friction, high-impact" SI program that meets employees where they are, without adding to their burnout.Key Takeaways
- Understand how Social Impact serves as the "connective tissue" for global teams, helping to bridge departmental silos and foster a sense of belonging during periods of organizational change.
- Learn how to design a sustainable participation model that integrates giving and community engagement into the company’s "operating system" without contributing to employee burnout.
- Discover the data-backed link between shared corporate purpose and cultural resilience, and why maintaining impact programming is a strategic necessity for long-term employee retention.
- How to curate "micro-impact" opportunities that allow busy professionals to reconnect with their "why," providing a mental reset that boosts morale and collective pride.
Bio
Lauren Keeler leads Social Impact at New Relic, where she leverages 15+ years of expertise to prove that doing good is a business imperative. From scaling global volunteer programs to navigating the complexities of product-led philanthropy in the SaaS space, she focuses on building "Social Impact Rhythms" that drive employee morale and business outcomes. Known for her enthusiastic and authentic leadership style, she is dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in tech to lead with both empathy and data.