05/26/2026
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So well deserved! Great job Dana, Lakewood Health System is shining 🧡🧡
Please join us in congratulating Dana Cantleberry, who was recently recognized by the Minnesota Hospital Association with a Communicator Excellence Award during the 2026 Spring Innovation Forum.
This statewide honor recognizes outstanding communications, marketing, and public relations professionals who excel at storytelling, community engagement, and amplifying the mission of their organizations. Dana was one of just 60 individuals and teams recognized across Minnesota hospitals and health systems this year.
Anyone who has worked alongside Dana knows this recognition is deeply deserved.
In her relatively short time at Lakewood, Dana has had a tremendous impact on both the effectiveness and volume of our social media and digital storytelling efforts. She possesses a unique ability to uncover meaningful stories, connect with people, and bring the experiences of our patients, providers, and staff to life in a way that resonates with our community.
Perhaps most importantly, Dana has helped shine a spotlight on the culture that makes Lakewood special. Through her storytelling, she has captured the compassion, dedication, and sense of purpose that define who we are and what it means to provide personalized care close to home.
Congratulations, Dana, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for your creativity, passion, and commitment to telling the stories that matter most. We are proud to have you as part of the Lakewood team.
Accompanying Dana is Lakewood President & CEO Lisa Bjerga and Provider Pipeline Manager Loren Walz, who also nominated Dana for this award.