Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Michelle Adamolekun, EVP and Chief People & Culture Officer at Cone Health
Jul 19, 2025
Michelle Adamolekun, EVP and Chief People & Culture Officer at Cone Health, delves into the organization's innovative workforce development strategy. She discusses the launch of Cone Health University, aimed at creating clear career pathways for staff. The conversation highlights the importance of empathetic leadership in healthcare and how Cone has proactively shaped its culture since 2010. Adamolekun emphasizes that investing in workforce development not only boosts employee satisfaction but also enhances patient care through a supportive environment.
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Workforce Development Drives Strategy
- Cone Health focuses heavily on workforce development to cope with a competitive healthcare talent market.
- Investing in internal talent growth is key to achieving their Vision 2030 and value-based care goals.
Empower Talent with Clear Paths
- Clear career pathways empower employees to navigate growth opportunities effectively.
- Implementing Cone Health University as a training platform centralizes and simplifies employee development.
Culture by Design Not Default
- Cone Health intentionally shapes culture through repeated assessments and roadmaps.
- Culture by design sustains long-term organizational trust and effectiveness beyond quick fixes.