Behavioral Health News Spotlight on Excellence: An Interview with Mary Brite, COO of Outreach Development Corporation, on Staying Mission-Driven Through Continuous Change

• By: Staff Writer Behavioral Health News
• April 20th, 2026
• behavioral health leadership, behavioral health workforce, change management, integrated care, mission-driven organizations, organizational resilience, Spring 2026 Issue, staff engagement, workforce retention
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Overview In this interview, Mary Brite, Chief Operating Officer of Outreach Development Corporation, discusses how behavioral health leaders can navigate continuous change by anchoring to mission clarity, building strong organizational structures, and fostering a culture of listening,...

Ira Minot, MHNE Founder, Bids Farewell: Looking Forward to New Challenges

• By: Staff Writer Behavioral Health News
• September 29th, 2025
• behavioral health leadership, community collaboration, Fall 2025 Issue, founder’s legacy award, Ira Minot, medication-resistant depression, mental health advocacy, Mental Health News Education, retirement 2025
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Mental Health News Education (MHNE) recently held its 2025 Leadership Awards Reception, where Founder and former Executive Director Ira Minot, LMSW, was honored with the Founder’s Legacy Award for his more than 25 years of visionary leadership. Presenting the award was Ashley Brody, CEO of Search...