Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions
We've collated some frequently asked questions for you. If you have any other questions which are not answered below, or would like more information please email the team - leaphr@hansonwade.com.
What is LEAP HR: Healthcare?
LEAP HR: Healthcare is a conference designed for HR leaders looking to transform how they support patient‑facing workforces. The event highlights innovative approaches used by leading organizations such as Intermountain Healthcare, along with insights aligned to modern challenges in human resources in healthcare.
Who typically attends LEAP HR: Healthcare?
Attendees are CHROs, senior HR and talent leaders, and their team from hospitals, health systems, and healthcare organizations. Many come searching for inspiration from well‑known innovators across the sector - including leaders featured in broader HR conversations like Gina Cronin, Nicole Constantine, and others shaping the future of healthcare people strategy.
What topics does the event cover?
The agenda focuses on workforce transformation, retention, engagement, and reskilling across patient‑facing roles. Sessions highlight real ROI-driven case studies from leading healthcare systems such as Intermountain Health, UAB Medicine, Children’s National Hospital, Main Line Health, and Baptist Memorial Health Care, who share how they are rethinking HR models and developing new capabilities across their frontline and clinical teams. These examples illustrate how healthcare organizations are investing in modern learning, leadership development, and innovative workforce strategies to build more resilient, future‑ready teams.
How does LEAP HR: Healthcare support future workforce planning?
The event showcases how health systems are rethinking workforce models to adapt to rapidly changing care environments - including approaches aligned with value‑based healthcare priorities. Many HR teams attend to benchmark against others adopting new tools, partners, and education pathways often referenced across the industry, such as Slone Partners for talent acquisition or Engen for internal mobility.
Where can I find details about speakers and case studies?
Each year’s program features brand‑new case studies from healthcare HR leaders who are actively transforming how their organizations support patient‑facing teams. Recent speakers includes senior people leaders from systems such as Intermountain Health, UAB Medicine, Children’s National Hospital, Main Line Health, and Baptist Memorial Health Care, all sharing practical, real‑world examples of workforce innovation. To explore the most current speaker lineup and case studies, you can view the full details in the Event Guide, available here: www.leaphr-healthcare.com/full-event-guide
Does the event address talent shortages and new hiring strategies?
Yes - workforce shortages and hiring challenges are central themes. The event explores smarter talent acquisition methods, partnerships, and programs that reflect broader industry conversations around emerging hiring models and next‑generation training solutions reshaping healthcare’s talent supply through our dedicated Talent Acquisition track.
What makes LEAP HR: Healthcare different from other HR events?
LEAP events dedicate equal time to case studies, deep‑dive discussion, and strategic reflection, enabling attendees to walk away with practical, actionable insights. You'll hear from thought leadership from individuals like John Petrov or Heather Brace and organizations navigating workforce change across the healthcare landscape with dedicated time to network with your peers.
How does the three‑track structure at LEAP HR: Healthcare work?
The event is split into three tracks, each focused on a core area of healthcare HR:
- Track A: Talent Acquisition
- Track B: Talent Development
- Track C: Talent Retention
For more information, check out the full event guide: www.leaphr-healthcare.com/full-event-guide
Are there complimentary passes available?
Yes - complimentary passes are available for HR professionals working within healthcare organizations, subject to availability and eligibility.
You can register online here: www./leaphr-healthcare.com/register
Where is the 2026 event being held?
LEAP HR: Healthcare will take place at the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown in Nashville, TN.
Is accommodation included with my registration?
Accommodation is not included in the conference pass. Attendees typically book their own hotel rooms near the venue.
Are there sponsorship opportunities available?
Yes - we are a value driven HR conference for healthcare providers and hospitals, offering bespoke exhibitor and partnership packages for vendors and solution providers.
This is the perfect opportunity for lead generation and to build pipeline through networking, speaking opportunities, thought leadership and more.
To get in touch, contact the team here.
How can I apply to speak at LEAP HR: Healthcare?
While speaker details change yearly, the event features HR leaders from major healthcare systems. Prospective speakers can reach out to the event team via the contact details listed here: www.leaphr-healthcare.com/contact-us
Who can I contact if I need assistance before or during the event?
Attendees can reach out to the event team here: www.leaphr-healthcare.com/contact-us
Do you offer press and media access?
Yes - for media and press passes, please contact us via the details here: www.leaphr-healthcare.com/contact-us
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