Resolving to Be Our Best Selves

How Xavier Creative House Prioritizes Mental and Physical Wellness

During this time of year, it’s more important than ever to review, reevaluate, and recharge. At Xavier Creative House (XCH), we firmly believe that the key to creating thriving, innovative brands starts with fostering a healthy agency and team. This mindset underscores everything we do, from our internal wellness initiatives to the BOLD, evocative solutions we deliver for our clients. By prioritizing the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of our team, we ensure that our creativity, collaboration, and commitment to eXcellence are unmatched.

Our eXceptional culture is built on inclusivity, transparency, personal growth, and health and wellness. We attract and retain top talent by offering competitive compensation, clear opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive work environment. We emphasize health and wellness that focuses on the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — with comprehensive programs that cover health benefits, fitness activities, and stress management resources because we believe a healthy, happy team is key to our success. XCH is living proof that a company of any size can make a significant, positive difference. XCH leverages a 100% virtual model, fosters work-hour flexibility, work-life balance, and mental health support. As part of our mission for inclusivity, DEI is at the heart of our talent management, influencing recruitment, project teams, and leadership opportunities. This diverse environment enhances our creativity and ensures that a variety of perspectives are represented in our work, which ultimately makes our strategies more impactful and relatable?.

By empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally, XCH underscores our belief that a healthy workforce is key to building healthy brands. This affirms our Founder & CEO Sunny White’s philosophy: “If you want a healthy brand, hire a healthy agency.”

XCH Programs We Offer to Enhance a Healthy Working Environment

Wellness in the Workplace:

At XCH, we exercise our brains daily, but we also exercise our bodies. The agency offers two days of exercise classes per week, ranging from yoga to high-energy cardio sessions. These classes are scheduled to accommodate employees’ busy schedules, ensuring everyone can participate and prioritize their health.

XCH’s robust workplace wellness program also includes:

Access to counseling services: Employees can confidentially access professional mental health support. We also offer mental health days, flexible work schedules, and virtual connectivity.

Fitness stipends: Employees are encouraged to pursue physical wellness through gym memberships or other fitness activities.

Wellness challenges: We promote healthy habits through fun, team-based competitions.

These initiatives are part of XCH’s holistic wellness strategy by creating an environment where employees can thrive, XCH reinforces its belief that a healthy, happy workforce is the foundation for building successful brands???.

Hands-on Education and Training Days

We prioritize continuous professional development through dedicated educational and training initiatives. These include:

Empowering Training and Development Days

We offer ongoing training to enhance skills, promote innovative thinking, and ensure team members stay ahead of industry trends. This emphasis on innovation and learning aligns with XCH’s core values, such as “Empower Your Mindset.” Continuous training at XCH includes specialized workshops, leadership programs, and certifications tailored to individual and team growth.

Annual Wellness Retreat

Who doesn’t need a few days to refresh, recharge, and reenergize their body, mind, and spirit? Our commitment to wellness culminates in an annual retreat designed to reconnect the team. Here, we combine workshops, team-building eXercises, and wellness activities, such as mindfulness sessions and outdoor adventures, to promote collaboration and rejuvenation. It is a cornerstone event that underscores XCH’s dedication to fostering a holistic sense of well-being among its employees.

Bold and Diverse Educational Opportunities

As an agency, we never stop learning and neither do our employees. We encourage our team to participate in eXternal programs, such as eXecutive education and industry-specific learning opportunities, to eXpand eXpertise in healthcare marketing, sustainability, and advanced technologies.

These initiatives create an environment that supports learning, innovation, and professional fulfillment, reinforcing XCH’s commitment to being a place where employees thrive. Continuing education and professional growth are integral to employee wellness. XCH dedicates one day per month to focus on topics such as mental health awareness, stress management, and skills development. These sessions not only equip employees with valuable tools but also foster a culture of learning and support.

Sustainability and Purpose-Driven Work

If your work doesn’t fill you with purpose and meaning, then why do it? At XCH, we eXemplify leadership in sustainability through our B Corp certification, EcoVadis Platinum rating, and commitment to Net Carbon Neutrality, which place us in the top 1% of global agencies for social responsibility and environmental impact. XCH integrates more than 10 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into our business operations, using a 100% virtual model to minimize our environmental footprint and achieve eXclusively Scope 3 emissions. Beyond operational sustainability, XCH engages in initiatives such as carbon offsetting, diverse supplier engagement, and fostering employee wellness. These efforts reflect a holistic approach to sustainability, ensuring that XCH drives meaningful change for the planet, our clients, and the healthcare community???.

At the End of the Day

We love what we do, and we love the people with whom we do it. Our commitment to mental and physical wellness is woven into the fabric of our operations. From weekly eXercise classes and monthly training days to an annual retreat and flexible mental health policies, we go above and beyond to ensure our employees feel supported, valued, and energized. By creating this culture of wellness, we not only build a happier and healthier team, but we also drive eXceptional results for our clients.