Verizon launches enterprise business webinar series

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Verizon is launching a new monthly webinar series titled "Return to Business as Unusual" aimed at enterprise businesses, starting on June 17, 2020. The first session, featuring Harvard Professor Dr. Joseph Kvedar and journalist Ron Insana, will explore telehealth advancements during the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative focuses on adapting to changes in business practices, particularly in health technology, which has seen increased use due to the pandemic. The webinar will be available on-demand for those unable to attend live.

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• Launch of a webinar series aimed at enterprise businesses.
• Focus on telehealth, a growing industry due to COVID-19, indicating Verizon's adaptability.
• Expert guest speakers enhance the credibility of the information presented.

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What you need to know: 

• Renowned business journalist, author, entrepreneur and Emmy nominee Ron Insana will be webinar host
• Harvard Professor, President-elect of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA) and telemedicine thought-leader, Dr. Joseph Kvedar will be the first guest

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This week, Verizon will kick-off “Return to Business as Unusual” - a new monthly webinar series for Enterprise businesses. Each month, the hour-long session will focus on a different industry and feature an expert guest speaker with the goal of providing enterprise businesses with the knowledge they need to adapt to the paradigm shift created by COVID-19.

The first event, “The New Trajectory for Telehealth,” will take place on Wednesday, June 17 at 2:00 PM EST and will feature Harvard Professor, President-elect of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA) and telemedicine thought-leader, Dr. Joseph Kvedar in discussion with renowned business journalist, author, entrepreneur and Emmy nominee Ron Insana.

With healthcare professionals’ increased use of telehealth during the pandemic to limit the spread of infection, the webinar will explore the current state of telehealth technology, how telemedicine has been used during the COVID-19 pandemic, overcoming interoperability challenges and the digitally-enabled future of virtual care.

Register for the “Return to Business as Unusual - A Webinar Series” here. 

Each webinar will be available on-demand at: https://enterprise.verizon.com/why-verizon/#webinars 

Please note: the views expressed in this webinar are not those of Verizon. 

About Verizon

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is celebrating its 20th year as one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $131.9 billion in 2019.  The company offers voice, data and video services and solutions on its award winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.

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Media contact:
Kyle Ragonese 
kyle.ragonese@verizon.com
732.236.3526

FAQ

What is Verizon's new webinar series about?

Verizon's new webinar series, "Return to Business as Unusual," focuses on helping enterprise businesses adapt to changes caused by COVID-19.

Who is the first guest speaker in Verizon's webinar series?

The first guest speaker is Dr. Joseph Kvedar, a Harvard Professor and President-elect of the American Telemedicine Association.

When does Verizon's first webinar take place?

The first webinar is scheduled for June 17, 2020, at 2:00 PM EST.

How can I access Verizon's webinar series?

You can register for and access the webinars through Verizon's enterprise website.