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Federal Events Should Do More Than Run Smoothly Five principles for turning federal gatherings into platforms for learning, connection, and action By: Courtney Marshall A federal event can be perfectly executed and still fall short of its purpose. The registration desk can open on time, every speaker can appear as scheduled, and every slide can […]

Design Smarter, Not Harder: 6 Visual Design Tips for eLearning Rainmakers Strategic Solutions By: Angela Belitskus If you create eLearning, PowerPoint presentations, videos, or other learning materials, visual design plays a bigger role than you might think. Have you ever opened an eLearning course and immediately felt overwhelmed? From text to colors, there are too

GLP‑1 Medications: What Pharmacists Want You to Know By: Lori Dupree, PharmD, BCPS, BCGPSenior Associate and Clinical Pharmacist GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, and Zepbound® are reshaping how federal health programs approach weight management, chronic disease, and long-term population health. Originally developed to treat diabetes, this drug class is now used for obesity, sleep

5 Key Takeaways from QualCon26 The 2026 CMS Quality Conference, held March 16–18 in Baltimore under the theme “Make America Healthy Again: Innovating Together for Better Health,” brought together thousands of leaders, advocates, and champions who are committed to improving healthcare quality, patient safety, and outcomes nationwide. The conference opened with a focus on shifting

Four Medicare Tips from Pharmacists to Help You During Open Enrollment Medicare Open Enrollment runs October 15 to December 7 and offers beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Advantage (Part C) and stand-alone Medicare Part D plans (Part D) a chance to review and make changes to their healthcare and prescription drug coverage. Do you know your

7 Ways to Level Up Your eLearning Design How do we design eLearning that meets today’s expectations while ensuring real-world results? Learners expect more than a long slideshow with a quiz at the end. Today’s learners are tech-savvy and juggle multiple responsibilities. They’re used to seamless, intuitive tech in their daily lives, from mobile banking

Unlocking Affordable Medications for Older Americans: Five Facts about the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program The Medicare Part D program is a lifeline for older Americans, ensuring access to life-saving medications. With 88% of Medicare enrollees aged 65 and older, the importance of this program cannot be overstated. As our understanding of disease processes grows,

Pivot! Adapting to Change in Event Management Pivot! Remember that iconic scene from the TV show Friends where Ross, Rachel, and Chandler struggle to carry a couch up the stairs, repeatedly yelling “Pivot!”? It’s a funny reminder that sometimes, no matter how well we plan, we need to be flexible and adapt to unexpected changes,

Using AI: Your Scenario-Building Assistant for Clinical Training By: Angela Belitskus Imagine a doctor diagnosing a rare condition or a nurse making a split-second decision in a crisis. Wouldn’t it be better if they had already practiced these moments in a realistic, risk-free environment? Scenario-based learning gives clinicians the chance to apply their knowledge in

Navigating Success: Insights from a Woman Entrepreneur By: Denise Rainey As we honor Women’s History Month and Small Business Month, I find myself reflecting on the 17 years since I founded Rainmakers Strategic Solutions. This milestone inspires me to share insights from my journey as a woman in leadership and entrepreneurship. I started Rainmakers because