Jenna Benn Shersher is the Founder and CEO of the non-profit Twist Out Cancer which utilizes social media to change the way a cancer survivor shares and a community gives.

Jenna has a Masters in Social Enterprise and Administration and is highly experienced in non-profit management, public relations, and leadership development. Here are a few of the topics we’ll discuss on this episode of People Analytics:

  • How Twist Out Cancer was founded.
  • How Jenna moved Twist Out Cancer from a passion project to a full-time job.
  • What it’s like working with people who have a cancer diagnosis.
  • How Jenna helps people reconcile with their cancer diagnosis.
  • The benefits of sharing and connecting in the workplace.
  • How HR can assist people who are dealing with grief and chronic conditions.
  • The best ways to approach the topic of cancer.
  • The Brushes with Cancer program connects artists with people affected by cancer.

Resources:

  • Twist Out Cancer
  • StaffGeek
  • Brushes with Cancer

Connect with Jenna Benn Shersher:

  • LinkedIn

Connect with the host:

  • Lindsay Patton on LinkedIn
  • Lindsay Patton by Email