Pros
From my perspective, there were no organizational practices or decisions that demonstrated value for the team during the merger. Employees were left feeling unsupported, and the transition resulted in significant job loss. While I cannot speak to the company’s internal reasoning, the experience for staff was one of instability, lack of transparency, and a sense that employee wellbeing was not prioritized.
Cons
In my experience during the company’s merger with Hazel Health, there appeared to be decisions influenced by close family relationships within leadership. Many employees perceived this dynamic as a form of nepotism, and it contributed to a sense of instability and lack of transparency during the transition. Rebecca Egger and her daughter are in CEO/President positions. As a result of the merger, approximately 125 therapists were terminated, which left many staff members feeling undervalued and unsupported. From the perspective of employees, the organization’s actions during this period did not reflect an appreciation for the team members who had contributed significantly to its mission and services