Client List & Testimonials

“Participating in the Eradicating Bullying & Incivility program through the Healthy Workforce Institute has been a transformative experience for our teams. By engaging in the commitment process, we were able to foster deeper connections among team members and create a shared responsibility for maintaining a respectful and supportive work environment.

One of the most impactful outcomes has been the launch of our Civility Circle—a safe, ongoing space where participants from the program come together to reflect, share experiences, and apply the tools and strategies we learned from Dr. Renee Thompson and her team. These sessions have empowered us to actively shift our culture, address disruptive behaviors, and reinforce the values of kindness, accountability, and professionalism.

Thanks to the Healthy Workforce Institute, we are not just talking about change—we are living it.”
Susan Haddox, DNP, RNC-MNN, NEA-BC
Nursing Director|Women’s, Infants, & Oncology,

“Our organization has been working with HWI for the past 3-4 years. The most powerful changes we have encountered have been associated with the hard wiring of individual departments’ professional practice agreements. We have been provided so many great tools and resources to continue to improve our environment. Working in healthcare is hard and our team is grateful for the continued guidance and support.”
Jennifer Foreman, Director of Professional Development and Nursing Excellence, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

“I learned so much and have been implementing everything from the [EBI] course. I used the Jedi mind trick and although it was scary to do, it worked!  I felt so satisfied after several difficult conversations, and the staff stated that they were seeing changes in the behavior of the people I have been working with. This is definitely something that all new managers should be taught right from the beginning.”
Laura Berritto, RNC, MHA, Nurse Manager, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

“HWI is a great organization to collaborate with to provide excellent strategies for re-engaging the staff and motivating them to create a healthy working environment. The outcome from the workshop that Renee provided is really insightful. She is very impressive and definitely the expert on bullying/incivility. She inspired and motivated our staff to lead those behavior changes in their unit to foster better teamwork and collaboration.”
Veronica Timple, PhD, RN, CCRN-K, Magnet Program Consultant
Kaiser Permanente San Diego

“The Healthy Workforce Institute provides tangible, easy-to-understand principles and tools that you can apply as a leader to improve culture immediately. The most recent webinar on speak-up culture was just that. I’m happy to have found this resource.“
LynnLee Schmidt, Chief of Connections
Tanganyika Wildlife Park

“I have been a nurse for 42 years and a leader for 18 years. I have learned a new skill with every webinar I have attended sponsored by the Healthy Workforce Institute. Thank you for providing engaging and necessary support.”
Kathy Clark Hussain, Nursing Unit Director
Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans

“Renee provided excellent content and takeaway strategies. She was a big hit! I honestly can’t remember reviewing such rave reviews from any other keynote presenter for our conference.”
Mary Ann Allen, MSN, RN-BC, Coordinator
Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning

“We have an absolute obligation as managers to create Healthy Work Environments in our units–not only for our team members but for ourselves and our organizations. [The EBI] course is a phenomenal tool you can use to help guide you in that journey. It’s loaded with techniques and strategies that work. I rate it a 10+ and recommend every manager, or anyone who wants to manage in the future take it, learn it, and apply it. Thank you!!!”
Cheryl Stewart , Nurse Manager
UNC Hospital

“The Healthy Workforce Institute brought to our annual Forum the level of engagement, action, and cross-disciplinary content we hoped for! With workforce one of the key topics in our Forum and an industry-wide pinch point, having Renee share her expertise provided our health center staff with innovative, actionable, and practical ways to grow and strengthen their teams. In a world full of ‘experts’, Renee brings the workplace experience and practical know-how that health center teams need to put theory to practice.”
Caroline Smith, MPA, Director of Engagement
West Virginia Primary Care Association

“Since partnering with the Healthy Workforce Institute, we’ve experienced significant positive changes in our department’s culture. Our teams are more engaged than ever, leading to numerous wins and an overall sense of accomplishment. The strategies we’ve implemented have improved our workflow and fostered a more supportive and collaborative environment. The transformation has been remarkable, and we are grateful for the continued guidance and support from the Healthy Workforce Institute.”
Megan Grewe, Clinical Nursing Director
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

“Working with the Healthy Workforce Institute has truly transformed our department. The changes we’ve implemented have profoundly impacted our workplace culture. There’s a new level of energy and commitment among the staff, and we’ve seen significant improvements in morale and productivity. The strategies provided by the Institute have been practical and effective, helping us to address and overcome various challenges.

One of the most noticeable changes is the improved communication within the team. We are now more cohesive and supportive of each other, which has made a huge difference in our daily operations. The continuous support and resources from the Institute have been invaluable, allowing us to sustain these positive changes and keep moving forward. Overall, the Healthy Workforce Institute partnership has been a game-changer for us, and we look forward to continuing to grow from here.”
Desiree Ludvigson, MSN, BSN, RN, Nurse Manager
Methodist Hospital Emergency Center