Hartford HealthCare Wins Four Emmy® Awards for Powerful Storytelling

HARTFORD, Conn. — Hartford HealthCare, in partnership with Envision Films®, has earned four Emmy® Awards from the Boston/New England Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, a powerful recognition of storytelling that shines a light on the people, moments and mission behind healthcare.

The awards celebrate Hartford HealthCare's commitment to creating meaningful content that informs, inspires and connects communities while highlighting the extraordinary work taking place across the health system every day.

"Sharing our story has always been important because it has the power to inform, inspire and accelerate positive change," said Jeffrey A. Flaks, President and CEO of Hartford HealthCare. "These awards honor the remarkable patients, families and colleagues whose experiences remind us why our work matters. They also reflect the creativity, passion and talent of the many people across our organization who help bring these stories to life... and this year, who make music. I am especially proud that our all-colleague ensemble was recognized for sharing their gifts in such a meaningful way."

"Storytelling is human nature. It builds understanding, inspires action and creates human connection," said Rebecca Stewart, Chief of External Affairs at Hartford HealthCare.

"Every story we have the privilege to share begins with people — patients overcoming incredible challenges, colleagues delivering extraordinary care and communities coming together in moments that matter most. We are so grateful to the talented teams who bring these stories to life and to those who trust us to share them."

These award-winning mini documentaries reflect Hartford HealthCare's ongoing commitment to advancing public understanding of healthcare while celebrating the people who make a difference every day.

Hartford HealthCare's Emmy® Award-winning videos:

Bulletproof: Hospital-Based Violence Intervention

PSA Campaign: The Excellence Campaign: What is Excellence?

Health/Medical – Short Form Content: Rise: Early Mobility in the ICU

PSA Single Spot: A Tribute to Caregivers / Auld Lang Syne

“At Hartford HealthCare, our people are at the heart of every story we tell,” said Karen Goyette, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Hartford HealthCare.

“These recognitions celebrate not only exceptional storytelling, but also the compassion, collaboration, and commitment our colleagues demonstrate every day. I’m incredibly proud of their dedication to bringing these moments to life and creating a lasting impact in the communities we serve.”

“These honors reflect something much deeper than craft – they honor our conviction that every life carries a story worthy of witness, and our pride in a team that continually rises to that responsibility with honesty, care, collaboration, and artistry,” said Taryn Pemberton, Vice President, Marketing & Communications, Hartford HealthCare.

“I am deeply grateful to be part of a team that believes in great work,” said Nick Dethlefsen, Director of Visual Content Strategy, Videography, Photography & Studio Operations. “This is only possible when many people are united by a common vision.”

“At the heart of these honors is an incredible team: the extraordinary physicians, nurses, caregivers, and patients who entrust us with their most poignant moments," said Jeffrey Teitler, Director of Envision Films and Professor at Central Connecticut State University., "Together with Hartford HealthCare's visionary external affairs and marketing teams, artists, journalists and musicians, crafting these stories has been one of the highlights of my career.