In Episode 13 of the Digital and Dirt podcast, Ian sits down with Melissa Gordon-Ring, Global President of Health at IPG Mediabrands, to discuss the importance of trust and human connection within the evolving health landscape. Melissa shares her perspective on leadership and the future of health communications, offering insights from her professional and personal experiences.

In this episode, Melissa:

• Emphasizes the importance of consistently building trust and meaningful relationships with clients, teams, and brands.
  

• Shares how balancing motherhood with being a leader has given her personal fulfillment and driven her professional ambitions.
  

• Discusses how she followed her passion in transitioning from finance to media, leading to a more impactful and rewarding career.
  

• Underscores her commitment to advancing health equity, elevating female leadership, and embracing innovation to drive positive change.
  

• Explains why the rise of the highly engaged health consumer requires the need for clear, tailored communication strategies that connect with audiences at critical moments.

To learn more about Melissa, tune into the full episode available on all podcast platforms.