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Johanna Herrmann Visits Business Leadership Symposium
Oct 20, 2026
The Lasher Center for Business and Entrepreneurial Studies recently welcomed Johanna Herrmann, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at Merck, to the Lasher Business Institute’s Business Leadership Symposium. Johanna shared insights into high-stakes messaging, financial reporting during earnings season, and how to tailor messages to diverse audiences. She emphasized the importance of preparation and actively soliciting team feedback, as well as the advantages of being a versatile generalist who can adapt smoothly to shifting priorities and unexpected disruptions.