Spotlight on Families: Celebrating Connections and Communities This November at Vena

November is here, and so is the Vena Families Resource Group (VRG) Spotlight Month!

The Vena Families VRG is a volunteer-based community of Vena employees dedicated to amplifying the voices of family caregivers and fostering a supportive network. This November, the VRG will spotlight its initiatives, creating more opportunities for members to share experiences, discuss challenges and celebrate triumphs together. Spotlight months like this are essential for promoting awareness and understanding, helping our employees feel valued and supported in their caregiving roles.

The Vena Families VRG committee, which includes chairs Kimia Karbasi, Senior Talent Partner, Monica Iliopoulos, Senior Total Rewards Manager and Pam DeMesa, Team Lead of Executive Administration, have been busy planning the following events to help bring the community together:

The annual Take Your Family to Work Day at the Vena Toronto office, where employees can bring their loved ones to experience Vena's vibrant culture and core values firsthand.

The Care Café, a virtual monthly gathering where family caregivers can exchange insights and strategies for achieving better work-life balance.

A presentation by internationally renowned speaker Paul Davis, focusing on Social Networking Safety to equip families with the knowledge to navigate our digital world safely.

As Pam DeMesa, Vena Families VRG Founder, shares, "These gatherings remind us that while the caregiving journey can be challenging, we are not alone. By coming together, we uplift each other and strengthen our community."

At Vena, we’re proud to support Spotlight months like this one as they offer invaluable opportunities to recognize and celebrate the diverse experiences within our workforce. By fostering connections and sharing stories, we can continue uplifting one another.

"These gatherings remind us that while the caregiving journey can be challenging, we are not alone. By coming together, we uplift each other and strengthen our community."

—Pam DeMesa
Families VRG Founder

Spotlight on Families: Celebrating Connections and Communities This November at Vena

November is here, and so is the Vena Families Resource Group (VRG) Spotlight Month! The Vena Families VRG is a volunteer-based community of Vena employees dedicated to amplifying the voices of family caregivers and fostering a supportive network. This November, the VRG will spotlight its initiatives, creating more opportunities for members to share experiences, discuss challenges and celebrate triumphs together. Spotlight months like this are essential for promoting awareness and understanding, helping our employees feel valued and supported in their caregiving roles. The Vena Families VRG committee, which includes chairs Kimia Karbasi, Senior Talent Partner, Monica Iliopoulos, Senior Total Rewards Manager and Pam DeMesa, Team Lead of Executive Administration, have been busy planning the following events to help bring the community together: The annual Take Your Family to Work Day at the Vena Toronto office, where employees can bring their loved ones to experience Vena's vibrant culture and core values firsthand. The Care Café, a virtual monthly gathering where family caregivers can exchange insights and strategies for achieving better work-life balance. A presentation by internationally renowned speaker Paul Davis, focusing on Social Networking Safety to equip families with the knowledge to navigate our digital world safely. As Pam DeMesa, Vena Families VRG Founder, shares, "These gatherings remind us that while the caregiving journey can be challenging, we are not alone. By coming together, we uplift each other and strengthen our community." At Vena, we’re proud to support Spotlight months like this one as they offer invaluable opportunities to recognize and celebrate the diverse experiences within our workforce. By fostering connections and sharing stories, we can continue uplifting one another. "These gatherings remind us that while the caregiving journey can be challenging, we are not alone. By coming together, we uplift each other and strengthen our community." —Pam DeMesa Families VRG Founder

November 6, 2024 |

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Vena Wins TrustRadius Buyer’s Choice Award for Excellence in FP&A Software

Award underscores Vena's leadership in delivering unmatched capabilities, value and customer relationships based on verified customer feedback Toronto, ON – Oct. 29, 2024 – Vena, the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of Microsoft 365, today announced that it has been named a winner of the prestigious TrustRadius Buyer's Choice Award. This recognition highlights Vena’s continued excellence in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) software, reflecting its commitment to delivering best-in-class capabilities, value for price and outstanding customer relationships—all based on verified customer reviews. The TrustRadius Buyer’s Choice Award recognizes technology providers who consistently exceed user expectations across three critical areas: product capabilities, value for price and overall customer relationship. With 75% or more of reviewers choosing Vena as the top solution in all three categories, this recognition underscores the company’s unwavering focus on providing its customers with innovative solutions that deliver both immediate and long-term value. Based entirely on vetted, unbiased customer reviews, Vena consistently stood out for the following: Cloud-Based Efficiency: Vena effectively resolves file size issues by storing data in the cloud, allowing for more detailed and scalable financial models that Excel alone cannot handle. Excel Familiarity: The platform’s Excel-based interface enables seamless adoption by users who are already proficient in Excel, facilitating quick transitions and the creation of familiar templates. Automation and Speed: Vena automates budgeting processes and financial reporting, significantly reducing update cycles from once every 30 days to daily, enabling users to see changes in reports almost immediately. Flexibility in Complex Planning: Vena allows for detailed budgeting across multiple departments and currencies, enhancing the ability to manage complex compensation planning and breaking down budgets into manageable pieces. Robust Support and Community: Vena provides excellent customer support and fosters a community where users can share best practices and insights, coupled with valuable webinars featuring industry experts. “We’re incredibly honored to receive the TrustRadius Buyer’s Choice Award, as it reflects the voice of our customers,” said Hunter Madeley, CEO of Vena. “Customer success is at the core of everything we do, and this award is a testament to the strong partnerships we’ve built and the trust our customers place in us to help them achieve their strategic goals. It’s exciting to see Vena consistently recognized for delivering powerful, scalable solutions that make a difference in the way finance teams operate.” About Vena Vena is the only Complete Planning platform purpose-built to harness the full power of the Microsoft technology ecosystem for FP&A teams and their collaborators. Vena amplifies Microsoft's world-leading productivity tools, cloud technology and AI innovation to make FP&A, operational planning and adjacent strategic processes more flexible, efficient and intelligent. Thousands of the world’s leading companies rely on Vena to power their planning. For more information, visit venasolutions.com. Media Contact  For immediate inquiries or more details regarding our latest company press release, please contact: Jonathan Paul  Vice President, Content Marketing  jpaul@venacorp.com 

October 29, 2024 |

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October Is All About Prioritizing Mental Health at Vena

This October, we’re proud to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month at Vena, aligning with the 2024 World Mental Health Day theme, "It's Time To Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace." Mental Health Awareness Month, a yearly initiative organized by our Mental Health Employee Resource Group (Mental Health VRG), aims to foster a supportive environment where mental well-being is recognized as a key component of overall employee health. As part of this month-long campaign, Vena’s Mental Health VRG will host a variety of activities designed to promote mental well-being, including meditation and yoga sessions, a massage day, "Color Your Blues Away" events and a "What Makes You Smile/Laugh" initiatives. Employees can also join a Pages + Podcasts Club (where folks come together to discuss books and podcasts on various mental health topics), participate in a 30-Day Self-Care Challenge and sign up for Mental Health First Aid certifications and training. Jean Goldsmith, Senior Director, Global Talent & Learning and Mental Health VRG Co-Chair shares, "At Vena, we believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for creating a thriving workplace. By offering resources and activities that promote self-care, we hope to empower our team members to take charge of their well-being inside and outside of the workplace." Prioritizing mental health and wellness is integral to our organizational culture at Vena. We have implemented various health and wellness initiatives, such as free access for employees to the Headspace app, wellness funds and Summer Fridays, which support employees in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We empower our workforce to cultivate a supportive environment by encouraging open discussions around mental health and well-being. Additionally, we have embedded wellness practices across the organization, such as offering Mental Health First Aid training and certifications for both leadership teams and individuals. “Through these initiatives, we hope to create a workplace where mental health is valued and prioritized year-round,” explains Jean. Join us this October as we collectively focus on mental health, encouraging open conversations and a culture of support at Vena. Together, let's prioritize mental well-being and create a healthier workplace for all.

October 1, 2024 |

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Spotlight on Families: Celebrating Connections and Communities This November at Vena

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