Carri Helman’s Post

I must say, great times hanging out at my homies Pfizer’s HQ! By happenstance bumped into Marianne Gandee in the corridor, so I had to show some ❤️ and say what’s up! Plus Brittany Barre made a guest appearance walkby…🚶🏼♀️ I had the privilege of participating in Pfizer’s Global Marketing Oncology Patient Panel moderated by Robert Ruckman & Niki Sarich-Rising The other dope part was speaking at two 🔥side chats in one day along side care partner Carri Helman. Norma was another patient via technology that share her powerful story. The room was packed and every employee was attentive from beginning to end and that meant a lot to me!👊🏾 After all the confetti dropped 😃, I got a chance to grab a flicky flick with Melodie G. & Deidra Celeste Marcelle, Healthcare MBA, these sistas are REAL🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Thank you for the convo!✊🏾 #pfizer #healthhopehiphop #hiphopehooray #DEI #advocacy #wegottachange

I’m often asked what I’d tell my younger self, and to be honest it’s my least favorite question! I wouldn’t be where I am today without the obstacles and setbacks I fought through along the way, and for that reason I don’t hold onto regrets. But I recently stumbled upon a picture of myself in an outfit almost identical to a new suit I just bought! It made me stop and think about the long road young Barbara had ahead of her, but also how delicious it was. So at 75 years and 3 facelifts young today, here are a few things I’d tell my 25-year-old self. I hope you find them helpful too. -Don’t you dare underestimate the power of your own instinct. Trust your gut, it’s a summation of everything you’ve learned and it won’t often lead you astray. -The Old Boy Network that won’t let you in? Don’t worry about them. You can move in silence while they count you out, but they’ll soon take notice when you become their biggest rival. -When you have an idea, move on it immediately. Don’t worry about whether it’s a winner or a loser, just throw a lot at the wall and see what sticks. And let me tell you something - those nasty failures? Your best successes will follow soon after. You’ve just gotta stay in the game long enough to see things turn around. -Use your gift for choosing good people to build a great team ready to join hands and lift each other up. With them beside you, you’ll build a business even bigger and more powerful than you dream. -Don’t forget to make time for fun. Plan a boondoggle for your company, play out that wacky theme party, and get your vacations on the calendar. It’ll multiply your creativity, build a loyal team, and create an unparalleled sense of camaraderie that’ll make you the most desirable shop in town. PS: Green might be our color!

The IMF is thrilled to announce that its 15th Annual Gala raised over $675K in support of the Peter Boyle Research Fund and the IMF's Black Swan Research Initiative to cure and prevent multiple myeloma! Held at the Edison Ballroom in New York City on April 18, the gala also honored remarkable organizations for their outstanding contributions to myeloma research, education, support, and advocacy. The IMF Innovation Awards were accepted by Bristol Myers Squibb CMO Dr. Samit Hirawat, and 2seventy bio CEO Chip Baird, on behalf of their respective organizations. Presenters of the Innovation Awards were IMF Chairperson of the Board Dr. S. Vincent Rajkumar and Myeloma Patient and Advocate Tom Bellfort. The IMF Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Award was accepted by Johnson & Johnson President of U.S. Hematology Tyrone Brewer, on behalf of Johnson & Johnson. Presenters of the DEI Award were IMF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joseph R. Mikhael and Myeloma Patient and Advocate Oya Gilbert. The IMF Partner of the Year Award was accepted by LatentView Analytics CEO Rajan Sethuraman, on behalf of LatentView Analytics. Presenters of this award were Board Member Sanjay Singh and Myeloma Patient and Advocate Kent Oliver. IMF President & CEO Yelak Biru shared, "We are a tapestry woven from patients, caregivers, researchers, doctors, supporters, and industry partners – all united by the same unwavering purpose – to conquer myeloma. [...] The battle rages on and the need for continued progress is urgent!” A heartfelt thanks to all the honorees: 2seventy bio, Bristol Myers Squibb, Johnson & Johnson, and LatentView Analytics. Also extending our gratitude to IMF VP of Development Sylvia Dsouza; Gala Chair Loraine Alterman Boyle (wife of Peter Boyle), Vice-Chairs Laurie Kuzneski, Carol Klein, and Kimberly Alexander; and Honorary Chairs Anna and Ray Romano, for their unwavering support of the Gala and the IMF. Thanks to the evening's performers Ray Romano, Patricia Heaton, Alex Meneses, Robert Klein, and Tony Danza. Your dedication and support make a difference in the fight against myeloma! Most of all, we are grateful for your commitment to helping the International Myeloma Foundation advance and scale its mission of improving the lives of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure. Because of your generous support, patients, care partners, and researchers can stand united in the fight against myeloma. The IMF 15th Annual Gala celebrates this incredible myeloma community who are behind every innovation, strategic partnership, and progress toward finding a cure. Bristol Myers Squibb Samit Hirawat (he/him) 2seventy bio Chip Baird Vincent Rajkumar Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Tyrone Brewer Joseph Mikhael Oya G. LatentView Analytics Rajan Sethuraman Kent Oliver Yelak Biru, MSc Sylvia Dsouza, MPA Laurie Kuzneski #IMFBSRI #Myeloma #MultipleMyeloma #BloodCancer #RayRomano #PatriciaHeaton #AlexMeneses #RobertKlein #TonyDanza #LoraineAltermanBoyle

🎤🚨 Attention all! 🚨Our latest Op-Ed is out on Pennlive.com! 📰 #HealthHopeHipHop is breaking down barriers and spreading awareness about health disparities in urban communities.💪🏿 It's time to make some noise and demand change! 🤜🏾🤛🏾 Read full article 👉🏾https://lnkd.in/eVtfc92D Thankful and grateful for Joyce Davis and Sue Mumma at PennLive.com for considering and publishing this article. #hiphopehooray #HealthEquity #UrbanHealth #OpEdRelease #HealthEquity