Corporate health fairs provide opportunities for community interaction. Events of this nature require planning and coordination of resources and space. Volunteers and committees work together to create a cohesive plan.
There are many aspects to consider. What vendors will be contacted? What is the available budget? What venue and dimensions are available? Once vendors are secured, what specialized space might the vendors need? How will the health fair be promoted and will employees be allotted extra time to participate and browse?
Health care vendors present information, health screenings, samples, and gifts and may be allowed to sell their services. Workers need time to survey the scene and ask questions or participate in activities. Once the fair has ended, follow-up with staff to research attendance and to find out what information was relevant to those who did attend.
One company finds corporate health fairs ideal for encouraging a culture of wellness. Kim Murphy, InfoCision’s Vice President of Employee Benefits believes employees are key to the company’s success and deserve “every opportunity to lead healthier, happier lives.”