Conference Day One

7:20 am Registration & Networking

8:00 am What it Takes to Make a Leap a Reality

8:10 am Chair’s Welcome, Opening Remarks & Connection Before Content

  • Jay Kuhns Vice President Workforce Planning, People Results

People-Focused Strategies to Shape Culture in Healthcare HR

8:20 am Discover: The Disney Difference: Leveraging People Centric Strategies in Healthcare HR

  • Austin Maggard Vice President Human Resources, Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Synopsis

  • How do we leverage our history and story as employers to build emotional connections with new employees?
  • How do these emotional connections lead to economic outcomes via increased retention and decreased turnover?
  • Using experience and guiding principles learned from top employers like Disney, Apple, etc. you can leverage four simple factors to decrease turnover by 20% and pickup millions on the bottom line.

8:40 am Discover: Enhancing Employee Engagement & Proactive Risk Management

  • Nick Munday Vice President and Managing Director, People Results

Synopsis

  • Understand the limitations of traditional employee surveys
  • Learn the difference between Engagement and Vulnerability Measures
  • Leveraging Employee Sentiment and Personas
  • Understand Employee Relations Heatmap / Dashboards

9:00 am Discover: Transforming Culture & Reducing Overall Turnover With an Impactful EVP

  • Jessica Brazier VP and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, AdventHealth

Synopsis

  • What are the levers you can pull to cultivate a unique company culture and reduce the overall turnover rate?
  • Transforming culture by developing an impactful EVP that drives engagement and delivers core promises to our workforce, enhancing retention
  • Hear how AdventHealth has dropped their turnover rate from 32% to 15% overall

9:20 am Develop: What Additional Insights Can We Gain From HR Leaders Who Are Implementing People-Focused Strategies to Reduce Turnover and Boost Retention?

  • Austin Maggard Vice President Human Resources, Appalachian Regional Healthcare
  • Jessica Brazier VP and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, AdventHealth
  • Nick Munday Vice President and Managing Director, People Results

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

9:40 am Action: How Can We Evaluate Our Internal Approach to Define Key Principles That Will Foster a Strong Culture and Lower Turnover Within Our Organization?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

10:00 am Innovate: Transforming Healthcare: Real-World Successes in AI-Driven Collaboration and Clinician Readiness

Synopsis

  • Leverage AI Agents: Discover how AI Agents free up time so Providers can focus on patient care!
  • Accelerating Clinician Readiness: Explore innovative approaches to streamline provider onboarding, reducing time-to-productivity and enhancing team collaboration.
  • Breaking Down Silos in Healthcare: See how integrated workflows and AI-powered insights foster a future-ready model for seamless provider and patient experience

10:10 am Speed Networking Break

TRACK A ATTRACT

Addressing the Labor Shortage
Through Recruitment Innovation

TRACK B DEVELOP

Advancing Talent Development with
Evolving Technology

TRACK C RETAIN

Retention Strategies for Front-Line
Talent: Overcoming Labor Shortages
and Boosting Engagement

TRACK D EVOLVE

Driving Impactful Digital
Transformation

11:10 am Discover: Solving The Labor Shortage With Recruitment Innovation

  • Jennifer Weigold AVP, System Clinical Programs and Recruitment Services, Adventist HealthCare

Synopsis

  • What non-traditional methods can we use to identify talent amidst a critical labor shortage?
  • How can we be creative in the ways we seek to recruit labor so that we are still meet the increasing demand and deliver the best patient care?
  • Optimizing TA strategy by assessing new approaches to secure our mission-critical patient facing workforce such as hiring from alternative geographical locations or implementing enhance training through the onboarding process

11:30 am Discover: Navigating the Financial Landscape: How Political Dynamics Impact Healthcare Decisions

Synopsis

  • In an era marked by significant political changes, healthcare organizations must adapt to a shifting financial landscape to ensure sustainability and growth. Join Jason Putnam, CEO of Vetty, as he discusses the current state of the U.S. political climate and its direct implications for healthcare costs and technology investments
  • Explore the impact of legislation and policy changes on healthcare expenditures, and why it’s vital for organizations to stay informed and agile.
  • Learn how making informed decisions about your technology stack can lead to substantial cost savings, allowing providers to allocate resources more efficiently
  • Understand how strategic investment in the right technologies not only enhances operational efficiency but also supports better patient outcomes in a challenging economic environment
  • This session will equip healthcare leaders with actionable insights to navigate complex financial pressures, empowering them to make strategic choices that position their organizations for success amidst political uncertainty

11:50 am Develop: What Levers are TA Leaders Utilizing to Revamp Their TA Strategy & Recruit Critical Talent?

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:30 pm Action: What New Approaches Can We Implement to Reinvent Our TA Strategy?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:30 pm Innovate: Fix the Funnel: Why Early Investment Builds a Stronger Healthcare Workforce

Synopsis

There will be an estimated shortfall of 10 million healthcare workers worldwide by 2030, according to the World Economic Forum. At the same time, recent changes to income-driven repayment (IDR) plans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) have created financial uncertainty for clinical talent. With borrowers facing higher monthly student loan obligations and fewer pathways to loan forgiveness, healthcare careers are becoming less financially viable— leading many to seek alternative professions or higher-paying roles outside traditional health systems.Tackling this workforce crisis requires a retention-driven recruitment model that meets talent earlier, cuts costs, and retains that talent after hire. Join Clasp’s CEO & Founder, Tess Michaels, as we explore: How recent student loan policy changes impact talent retention and what health systems can do now to stay ahead.

  • Actionable strategies for implementing education-to-career pathways and alternative incentives that drive attraction and retention
  • Case studies on how leading systems are securing top talent through longterm investment, reducing turnover, and lowering reliance on contract labor
  • The financial landscape for emerging healthcare professionals is shifting. Let’s talk about how health systems can adapt andbuild a sustainable workforce for the future

11:10 am Discover: Future-Ready Talent: Innovating Development with AI, Tech, and Modern Training

  • Jyoti Rai SVP, Chief Talent Officer, New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Synopsis

  • What creative ways can we use to develop our talent outside of antiquated self-development programs?
  • How can evolving technology and AI inform these talent development programs?
  • How can we create structured staff development and training programs to ensure we are attracting a new ‘contemporary’ workforce and support the overall performance of this workforce?

11:30 am Discover: Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Cultivating Internal Talent

Synopsis

As a leading healthcare system, CommonSpirit recognizes the importance of holistically supporting their workforce in order to deliver high-quality patient care. In this session, CommonSpirit will explore how they retain and develop internal talent to fill in-demand roles by empowering financial wellness and career mobility among employees.

Join this session to learn:

  • How to bridge talent gaps by leveraging and developing your existing workforce.
  • Supporting employees’ financial wellness with student loan assistance.
  • Creating career development opportunities to unlock employees’ full potential.

11:50 am Develop: What More Can We Learn From the Leaders Utilizing New Technology Within Talent Development Program to Enhance Employee Skill Sets?

  • Larita Howard Director of HR Operations, CommonSpirit Health
  • Stephanie Rose Vice President of Client Relations, EdAssist
  • Jyoti Rai SVP, Chief Talent Officer, New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:10 pm Action: How Can We Update Antiquated Self-Development Programs to Support a New Contemporary Workforce?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:30 pm Innovate: Leveraging the Science of Learning to Strengthen your Workforce

  • Matt Hays PhD., Vice President, Research and Analytics, Amplifire

Synopsis

  • Healthcare organizations seek innovative ways to onboard, develop, and retain their workforce
  • How our brain works: What cognitive science tells us about how we learn best
  • Examples of how health systems are applying this model to successfully develop their workforce

11:10 am Discover: Retention Strategies for Front-Line Talent: Innovative Approaches to Overcoming Labor Shortages and Keeping Engagement High

Synopsis

  • As retaining talent becomes paramount with evident labor shortages, what are the out-of-the box retention strategies we can implement?
  • How can we ensure we are improving retention specifically across front-line patient facing positions to reduce turnover amongst our critical patient care team
  • Creative long term strategies to maximise impact as HR leaders and sustain longterm engagement across our healthcare organizations

11:30 am Discover: Leading Transformational Change by Investing in Talent With Emory Healthcare Why Compensation Transformation?

  • Lisa Spinks Senior Vice President, Healthcare Industry Leader, Segal
  • Alex Barber Corporate Director, Compensation, Emory Healthcare

Synopsis

  • Aligns pay structures with company goals, market trends, and employee expectations.
  • Enhances transparency, fairness, and competitiveness.
  • Supports retention, engagement, and motivation in a changing workforce.
  • Addresses inequities and compliance risks proactively

11:50 am Develop: What More Can We Learn About the Sustainable Strategies Leaders Are Using to Maximize Engagement?

  • Adriene McCoy SVP, Chief People Officer, Baptist Health
  • Lisa Spinks Senior Vice President, Healthcare Industry Leader, Segal
  • Alex Barber Corporate Director, Compensation, Emory Healthcare

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:10 pm Action: How Can We Further Develop Our Engagement Initiatives to Improve Our Employee Experience?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:30 pm Innovate: The Changing Landscape of Total Rewards in the Healthcare Industry

Synopsis

  • Managing the impact of changes in federal policies
  • Refining your total rewards strategy based on your organization’s priorities and your employees needs
  • Putting your new strategy into action

11:10 am Discover: Accelerating AI Digital Transformation

  • Robyn Funcannon Senior Director Business Applications, Intermountain Health
  • Mike Harmer Vice President Workforce Intelligence and Talent, Intermountain Health

Synopsis

  • How to establish AI governance that truly drives impactful outcomes and ensures sustained success?
  • Implementing a results-oriented approach that delivers measurable business value, safeguards and empowers employees and generates tangible financial ROI
  • Outlining the optimal framework for structuring a robust AI strategy

11:30 am Discover: Fireside Chat: Technology as a Platform for Change at Cedars-Sinai

  • Ernan Lopez Executive Director, HR Operations, Cedars-Sinai
  • Brad Cauthen Partner & Healthcare Practice Leader, Scott Madden

Synopsis

  • How Cedars-Sinai is approaching AI in clinical and non-clinical settings
  • How HR technology is enabling Cedars- Sinai’s merger and integration strategies
  • Lessons learned and what lies ahead on the HR technology journey

11:50 am Develop: What More Can We Learn From the Leaders Implementing a Robust AI Strategy for Their Organization

  • Robyn Funcannon Senior Director Business Applications, Intermountain Health
  • Mike Harmer Vice President Workforce Intelligence and Talent, Intermountain Health
  • Ernan Lopez Executive Director, HR Operations, Cedars-Sinai
  • Brad Cauthen Partner & Healthcare Practice Leader, Scott Madden

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:10 pm Action: How Can We Look to Outline a Successful Framework to Aid the Implementation of Evolving Technology?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

12:40 pm 12:40 pm Networking Lunch

TRACK A ATTRACT

Transforming TA Strategy: Leveraging
AI and Innovative Approaches to
Clinical Talent

TRACK B DEVELOP

Fostering a Learning Culture:
Pathways to Develop and Retain Key
Healthcare Talent

TRACK C RETAIN

Fostering a Supportive Culture to
Boost Employee Engagement &
Advance Workforce Growth

TRACK D EVOLVE

Integrating People and Business
Strategies During Change

1:40 pm Interactive Roundtable: Reimagining TA Strategy, How Can We Get Comfortable With Utilizing AI?

Synopsis

In this interactive roundtable session, explore new approaches to talent strategy as the use of AI based tools grow more effective, with many embracing the change to reconfigure their strategy and boost efficiency. Work with your peers in this interactive session to learn the importance of staying ahead of the curve in healthcare as one of the fastest growing occupational sectors, meet the demand for clinical and non clinical talent and reduce time to fill with the help of AI. Learn about the tools that are being utilized and how they have made an impact and join thought-provoking discussions on the future of healthcare recruiting with AI to ensure your organization doesn’t fall behind.

Interactive Session Facilitated By The Chair

2:20 pm Develop: What More Can We Learn About Optimizing Our TA Strategy With New AI Tools?

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

2:40 pm Action: How Can We Build a Fresh Approach to TA and Embrace New Technology?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

1:40 pm Discover: Effective Succession Planning: Leveraging Technology and Building Transparent Talent Pipelines

Synopsis

  • How can we formalize and broaden our approach to succession planning?
  • What technologies are available to support effective succession planning?
  • How can we integrate succession planning with annual reviews while maintaining its distinct purpose and value?
  • How can we ensure succession planning remains a dynamic tool as new opportunities arise?
  • What steps can we take to build a visible and transparent succession planning process that mitigates bias?

2:00 pm Discover: Building Sustainable Pathways to Healthcare Careers, Development Opportunities, and Retention of Critical Talent

  • Martyn Reid Head of Partnerships, Stepful
  • Stacie Russell HR DIrector, OSU Physicians (OSUP)
  • Ky Jones Associate Director, Central Staffing Operations, OSU Physicians (OSUP)

Synopsis

  • How can we build a sustainable pathway with structured career progression opportunities, comprehensive support, and meaningful incentives?
  • Reducing vacancy rates, fostering career growth, and improving retention across your health system

2:20 pm Develop: What Can We Learn From The Leaders Cultivating a Culture for Learning?

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

2:40 pm Action: How Can We Further Opportunities for Employee Development by Integrating Learning Into Our Culture?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

1:40 pm Discover: Building Workforce Growth and Retention: Ochsner Health’s Approach to Employee Development and Fostering a Supportive Culture

  • Missy Hopson PhD, System VP – Chief Learning and Workforce Development Officer, Ochsner Health

Synopsis

  • How Ochsner Health’s internal-facing Career Center is leveraging career and life coaches to build its future-ready workforce while tending to the whole person
  • The strategy for retaining your workforce whilst also growing skillsets and flexible career pathing
  • The story of cultivating a supportive culture where employees feel trusted and bought in to their personal development to improve overall retention

1:50 pm Develop: What More Can We Learn About the Internal Development Opportunities That Boost Engagement?

  • Missy Hopson PhD, System VP – Chief Learning and Workforce Development Officer, Ochsner Health
  • Melissa McClaren DNP, MBA, MSML, RN, Associate Dean & Program Director, WGU Leavitt School of Health College of Nursing
  • Shantell Sims-Dixon MSN National Sr. Manager, Office of Chief Nursing Officer, DaVita Kidney Care

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

2:00 pm Discover: Creating Sustainable Talent Development Solutions Through Academic Partnerships. By Joining Forces, We Can Create Enduring Talent Strategies That Will Support Future Generations

  • Melissa McClaren DNP, MBA, MSML, RN, Associate Dean & Program Director, WGU Leavitt School of Health College of Nursing
  • Shantell Sims-Dixon MSN National Sr. Manager, Office of Chief Nursing Officer, DaVita Kidney Care

Synopsis

  • Learn how collaboration between industry and higher education institutions can generate innovative talent development strategies to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare sector.
  • Discover how DaVita is revolutionizing education assistance programs to facilitate teammates’ career advancement while establishing a vital pipeline of trained nursing professionals via their Bridge to Your Dreams nursing program
  • Examine how targeted scholarships and innovative financial solutions effectively eliminate obstacles for students aspiring to pursue a nursing career, thereby contributing to a more diverse and skilled workforce

2:40 pm Action: How Can We Support Our Employees and Engage Them in Their Own Development to Reduce Turnover

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

1:40 pm Discover: Aligning People and Business Strategy During Organizational Change

Synopsis

  • When going through organizational change, how can we ensure that we have the right people processes and systems in the right place to align both people and business strategy?
  • The importance of identifying key areas of focus when going through a period of acquisition and keeping communication clear for effective collaboration
  • How can we ensure a consistency in culture during periods of transition, and with our remote/hybrid workforce in order to partner successfully with employees across many locations?

1:50 pm Develop: What More Can We Learn From the Leaders Who Have Implemented Change & Maintained People-Centric Culture?

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

2:40 pm Action: How Can We Plan Ahead and Identify Key Priorities When Going Through Periods of Change?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

2:50 pm Networking Break

Fostering a Culture of Engagement and Sense of Belonging

3:20 pm Discover: The Creation of the Chief Diversity Officer Role at Sutter Health

  • Dana Beckton Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Sutter Health

Synopsis

  • Exploring the creation of the Chief Diverity Officer role as a new position within Sutter Health
  • What impact has the creation of this role had and what are some of the success stories?

3:40 pm Discover: Building Talent Pipelines That Scale Guild

  • Maura Cassidy Senior Director of Employer Partner Services, Guild
  • Tiffany Nieman Director of Organizational Development, OSF Healthcare

Synopsis

  • What happens when you stop viewing education benefits as perks and start using them as strategic talent tools? At OSF HealthCare, we made bold, mission-aligned changes to our approach, and the results speak for themselves. In this session, we’ll walk through the three-part journey: what we changed, what we’ve seen, and how others can do the same
  • Bold Moves: Discover why small changes weren’t enough and how we restructured our education benefit to align with workforce priorities and strengthen our position as an employer of choice
  • Real Impact: Explore the measurable outcomes we’re seeing, from improved retention and promotion to increased enrollment in key talent pipelines like nursing
  • Practical Steps: Learn how outcomes-driven design, a true partnership built on shared goals, and a commitment to continuous improvement led to a program that’s delivering for our caregivers and our organization

4:00 pm Discover: Building a Strong Healthcare Culture and Strategic HR Partnerships for Organizational Success

  • Fiona Peart AVP Organizational Development & Change Management, Medstar Health

Synopsis

  • How can we cultivate a positive company culture in healthcare organizations to strengthen employee relationships and boost engagement? 
  • Creating an energized culture with company values that align with the organization’s mission and vision. 
  • How can HR collaborate with leadership to drive business strategy, maintain high employee engagement, and position the organization as an employer of choice?

4:20 pm Develop: What More Can We Learn From the Leaders Focused on Progressing DEIB Initiatives?

  • Dana Beckton Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Sutter Health
  • Fiona Peart AVP Organizational Development & Change Management, Medstar Health
  • Maura Cassidy Senior Director of Employer Partner Services, Guild
  • Tiffany Nieman Director of Organizational Development, OSF Healthcare

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

4:40 pm Action: How Can We Adapt Our Strategy to Ensure Inclusivity is a Key Focus Moving Forward?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

4:50 pm Innovate: Rethinking Talent: The Hybrid Revolution in Healthcare

  • Eric Fink Co-CEO & Managing Partner, Slone Partners

Synopsis

  • The Talent Paradigm Shift: How life sciences and healthcare organizations are shifting from the “where we work” discussion to fundamentally rethinking team composition, with 40% now utilizing fractional talent compared to just 16% five years ago
  • The Triple Advantage: Why hybrid talent models deliver measurable superiority in speed- 30-40% faster capability scaling, innovation – 24% higher rates, and financial efficiency – 40-60% cost savings while maintaining quality outcomes
  • The CHRO as an Organizational Architect: A new framework for CHROs to orchestrate expertise instead of merely managing headcount, fostering more resilient and adaptable organizations designed for future healthcare challenges

5:00 pm Chair’s Closing Remarks

  • Jay Kuhns Vice President Workforce Planning, People Results

Drinks Reception