Dr. Bill Howatt (Ph.D., Ed. D.) a behavioral scientist, known as one of Canada’s top experts in mental health issues in the workplace. As a highly respected columnist for the Globe and Mail, author, clinician, consultant and speaker, he effortlessly engages and inspires both individuals and groups. With his confident, yet casual style, he openly shares his vast experience and knowledge with his audiences.
Dr. Howatt is a master at translating cutting-edge academic research into practical, tactical strategies that employees and managers can integrate into their daily professional and personal lives. His passion is helping people to ensure their workplaces are healthier, happier and more productive.
As Chief of Research and Development, Workforce Productivity at Morneau Shepell, as well the creator of the Total Health Index (THI), Dr. Howatt offers more than 30 years of experience in the field of mental health, addiction and HR consulting.
As a highly sought-after international speaker, Dr. Howatt openly shares his personal story and experiences of living with mental health issues since childhood. He engages and enlightens audiences as he works passionately to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace. His career has taken him across Canada and the United States including 12 years working on Wall Street in New York City supporting large financial firms. He has been a frequent and popular speaker at Conference Board of Canada events from coast to coast.
Dr. Howatt has published numerous books and articles, including: The Coping Crisis, Pathways to Coping, The Wiley Series on Addictions, Human Services Counselor’s Toolbox and The Addiction Counselor’s Desk Reference.
Dr. Howatt enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, boating and engaging in philosophy debates with his Valley Bulldogs at his home in Nova Scotia, Canada. |
Mental health and its impact on performance and results is perhaps one of the fastest growing cost concerns for employers and the adage, “change is the constant” is more relevant today than ever before. To successfully navigate today’s pace of change organizations need to better understand the impact of change on employee’s mental, physical, life, and work health and the critical connection between an individual’s coping skills and resiliency with their performance in the workplace.
In this half-day workshop, Dr. Howatt will engage delegates with an dynamic examination of the following:
• Provide a primer on workforce health with emphasis on mental health, stress, coping skills and resiliency
• Explore the factors impacting workforce health including change, generational differences & the respectful workplace
• Share his views on the relationship between engagement and productivity
• Provide practical resources for impacting workforce health, engagement and productivity |
Schedule:
Breakfast served : 7:45am to 9:00 am
Health break : 10: 20 to 10:40 am
Presentation : 9:00 am to 12:00pm
This session would appeal to HR professionals, business leaders, organization influencers, business owners, consultants, students and union leaders.
Please note that an additional fee of $10.00 will be charged in the following circumstances:
o Registrations received after the registration deadline
o Individuals who attend the event without registering.
o Individuals who register who are unable to attend however don’t cancel before the registration deadline.
Please note that individuals who register but are unable to attend must cancel before the registration deadline in order to receive a refund. |
