Empowering Women
to Lead and Succeed

PWH® is built upon a strong history of women leaders in the healthcare supply chain industry who continue to create a platform for progressive leadership and mentoring
for the next generation.

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PWH Mentor Circles

PWH Mentor Circles is a group mentoring program that enables professionals at all levels to come together to discuss and share knowledge on a topic. PWH Mentor Circles are made up of one Circle Leader and 10-15 Circle Members. The Circle Leader ensures the participation of all those members who would like to contribute to each conversation. The Mentor Circles meet 5 times over 10 weeks to discuss the chosen topic and may evolve into a longer conversation over time. Please read below to learn more about our Mentor Circle topics. Spring registration now open!

*We kindly remind you that each member may only register for one mentor circle per season (i.e. Spring 2026). This policy is in place to ensure maximum enrollment opportunities for all members and to foster a deeper commitment and engagement within each mentor circle. Thank you.

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AI But Make It Marketing

AI is rapidly influencing how we think about content, messaging, efficiency, and scale, yet, it can still feel overwhelming or unclear. Guided by thoughtful discussion, we’ll explore how AI is showing up in healthcare marketing and communications today, what’s working, what’s not, and what questions we should be asking as leaders. The focus will be on mindset, decision-making, and responsible adoption of AI. No AI experience or expertise is expected. Participants are encouraged to bring curiosity, questions, and real-world scenarios as we collectively build clarity and confidence around AI’s role in our work.

Participants must work in Marketing or Communications Roles to participate in this Mentor Circle.

Circle Leader:

Deandra Vigliarolo

Director of Marketing Strategy - North America, Drive Medical

Board Member - Vice Chair, Summit Marketing, PWH

 

Fridays 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET
Feb 27; Mar 13, 27; Apr 10; May 1

 

Deandra Vigliarolo is a marketing leader at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and data-driven growth, with over a decade of experience spanning B2B and DTC. At Drive Medical, she leads North American marketing strategy across brand, digital, and traditional channels, overseeing a high-performing multidisciplinary team and managing $2.5M+ in marketing spend and $2M+ in annual advertising.

With a foundation in graphic design and a BFA from New York Institute of Technology, she brings a rare blend of creative intuition and analytical rigor—bridging data and design to build scalable, performance-driven campaigns that deliver measurable revenue impact. 

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Empowering Women New to Healthcare

This mentor circle is for women who are new to healthcare and tired of figuring things out, on their own, as they go. It’s a space to talk openly about the transition into the field, build confidence, and work through imposter syndrome alongside others who get it. Participants will share experiences, reflect on past skills, explore different career paths, and learn approachable ways to build relationships and networks so they can feel more grounded, supported, and confident as they transition and grow in healthcare.

Circle Leader:

Heather Sloan

Area Sales Manager, McKesson

Thursdays, 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; May 7

Heather Sloan is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in sales strategy and execution, project management, and business development, currently leading a team of Account Executives as the Area Sales Manager for Eastern North Carolina. She joined McKesson as a Primary Care Inside Sales Manager in 2019, where she drove growth through her leadership of 14 Account Managers, achieving $26M in annual revenue.  Before McKesson, Heather was employed with Verizon from 1996 to 2018, where she held various leadership roles. She excelled in developing national sales strategies, leading large teams, and executing resource management projects. 

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Navigating Change

Change is constant - in our workplaces, the healthcare industry, and our personal lives. This Mentor Circle will focus on empowering women to navigate change with confidence, resilience, and clarity. We will discuss strategies for adapting to organizational shifts and staying agile in a rapidly evolving medical landscape, alongside understanding how personal transitions influence professional growth. Participants will gain practical tools, peer support, and new perspectives on turning change into opportunity.

Circle Leader:

Kimberly Shamblin

Contracts Manager, Independent Medical Co-Op, Inc.

Fridays 12:30 - 1:30 PM ET
Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; May 15

Kimberly Shamblin is a relationship-driven, detail-oriented leader with 20 years of experience in the independent healthcare distribution industry. She currently serves as National Contracts Manager at IMCO. 

With a strong background spanning administrative operations, marketing, and contract management, Kimberly brings a unique, holistic perspective to vendor relations and distributor support. A graduate of Stetson University, Kimberly is passionate about supporting the success of independent healthcare distributors through collaboration, transparency, and thoughtful contract strategy.

Upcoming Webinars

To inquire about networking activities, make a program suggestion, or volunteer to help with events, please contact info@mypwh.org
Fridays | Mar 13 & 27, April 10 & 24, May 15 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM ET

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