Peak Performance Starts With Mental Fitness

The Senior Director of Global Benefits & Well-being at Unity Technologies, Andrea Hausel prides herself on creating environments where individuals are not only supported in their mental health journey, but empowered to thrive professionally. A champion of using a population health approach to foster well-being in the workplace, she believes employees are best supported through a combination of both benefit design and workplace culture.

Andrea’s experience spans two decades. As a registered dietitian with a Master's in Public Health, she brings a science-backed perspective to corporate well-being. This was particularly evident during her six years at Stanford University and Stanford Health Care, where she oversaw well-being and benefits programs for Stanford’s medical foundation. While there, she collaborated with faculty researchers to investigate the critical link between lifestyle factors and well-being, centering her own research on the impact of nutrition on sleep patterns, as well as on workplace predictors of burnout and professional fulfillment. This work culminated in a co-authored research paper and presentations at global conferences.

Andrea joined Unity in 2021. There, she and her global team make it their mission to design and implement systems that empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives, both in and out of the workplace.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Andrea recharges by connecting with her family. She and her teenage daughter enjoy activities focused on music—whether it’s dancing, going to concerts, or taking an unplanned drive while listening to their favorite playlists. Andrea is also an active member of her local National Charity League, a mother/daughter philanthropic organization

Erin Schad is the Wellness Program Manager at Kohler Co., where she oversees the U.S. Well-being Program. In support of the company’s well-being strategy, she plans and implements annual wellness events nationwide, manages U.S. mental health benefits, and collaborates with various departments across the organization. Recently, Erin launched the Kohler Recreation Program in Kohler, WI, which creates opportunities for associates and their families to build meaningful connections through inclusive and fun activities.

Erin has over 18 years of experience in wellness and began her career as a certified Wellness Coach, later working as a Wellness Coordinator and Account Manager on various programs and accounts. She is an active member of three different committees and coalitions within Sheboygan County that focus on overall mental health, youth mental health, and well-being.

Outside of work, Erin enjoys playing tennis, reading, and spending time with her spouse and two children, and her family's love for travel and new experiences inspires them to always seek challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health Education from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, along with numerous wellness and mental health certifications.

Kendall Browne, PhD is a Director of Workforce Transformation at Lyra Health and a licensed clinical psychologist. At Lyra, she consults with employers on workplace wellness and mental health strategy and leads a team of experts responsible for the development and delivery of Lyra's live training content. Throughout her career, Dr. Browne has provided educational training and consultation to organizational leaders, administrators, and frontline employees. Prior to joining Lyra, she supported national training initiatives and conducted treatment development and evaluation research as the Associate Director, Training and Education for the Veterans Affairs Center of Excellence in Substance Addiction Treatment and Education.

Jessica Edwards is the Sr. Director of Lyra Care Coaching at Lyra Health, where she oversees the development and consistent delivery of mental health coaching for both domestic and global clients. Jessica has a comprehensive career history that includes executing marketing campaigns for financial and CPG institutions, before transitioning into the leadership and organizational development (L&OD) space, with a focus on supporting employees through leadership coaching and change management. She holds a masters degree in communications from Northwestern University and has been a certified coach for 13 years.