2011 was an extraordinary year for HERO research activities. Five important research projects were completed. The first three projects have been published or accepted for publication in JOEM. They are: “The Impact of Wellness in a Small Business Setting Using Selected Well-Being Indices,” “Evaluation of a Best-Practice Worksite Wellness Program in a Small Business Setting” and “A Review of Corporate Health Culture Knowledge.” 
In addition, two more projects, completed in late 2011, have been submitted for publication. The titles of these research papers are: “Presenteeism According to Healthy Behavior, Physical Health and Work Environment” and “Work Performance and Absenteeism According to Work Environment, Health Behaviors and Physical Health.”
The HERO Research Committees, under the direction of David Anderson, have provided insightful input and expertise that has been a major contributing factor to the success of HERO research production.
The Importance of Collaboration
Collaboration between HERO membership organizations and among individuals associated with those organizations has been critical to the success
