Health & Wellness
Patient Centered Care & Patient Engagement
Patient Centered Care & Patient Engagement:
Professor of Health Policy
David Nash, a Board Certified Internist, is the newly appointed Founding Dean of the Jefferson School of Population Health on the campus of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Author, Founder and Owner, Sloan & Gerard Consulting
An expert in improving organizational performance, speaker Roger Gerard argues that the healthcare industry needs to adopt the principles of lean thinking to be more effective.
Founder/CEO of Stupid Cancer & Cancer Survivor
Diagnosed with brain cancer at 21, concert pianist and recovering advertising agency veteran, Zachary is the Founder and CEO at Stupid Cancer, the largest charity comprehensively addressing young adult cancer.
First Lady Michelle Obama’s Chief Speechwriter (2010-2017) & Author of Here All Along
Drafting some of the most memorable speeches of the past decade, Sarah Hurwitz shares experiences from her time as Michelle Obama’s chief speechwriter and reveals the secrets of powerful, persuasive storytelling.
Senior Executive Team at the Studer Group
Craig Deao leads the Education, Speaking and Publishing teams for Studer Group. He is also a sought-after national speaker on topics related to leadership, accountability, patient experience and safety.
Spinal Cord Injury-Recovering Athlete
A world-renowned athlete and adventurer, speaker Grant Korgan continues to climb and ski around the globe after having suffered a spinal cord injury and advocates for choosing positivity through adversity.
2X Olympic Judo Gold Medalist & MMA Fighter
Kayla Harrison made history as the first American to win two gold medals in Judo. A survivor herself, she founded the Fearless Foundation to help survivors of child sexual abuse through education and sport.
Chief Medical Correspondent at ABC News & Cardiologist
Dr. Tara Narula is a board certified cardiologist, associate director of the Cardiac Care Unit at Lenox Hill Hospital and assistant professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine.
Patient-Centered Care Advocate
As president of the nonprofit Planetree, speaker Susan Frampton works with hospitals and health centers to implement patient-centered models of care.
Actor & Stroke Survivor
Best known as “Hercules,” Sorbo was the picture of health & fitness until he suffered three strokes at the age of 38. With a message that’s particularly relevant to men, he shares how nearly dying saved his life.
Author of A Life Everlasting
After learning that her unborn son was diagnosed with a terminal condition, Sarah Gray decided she wanted his death—and life—to have meaning. Author of A Life Everlasting, her story is a testament to hope.
Former Senior Writer for Newsweek & Author
Susannah Meadow’s book, The Other Side of Impossible, details her young son's arthritis and her family's efforts to help him get better using a variety of therapies, including changing his diet.
Founder of CarePlanners
Alan Blaustein's journey to improve the healthcare system began with his 2005 thymic cancer diagnosis; he went on to found CarePlanners to help patients make better healthcare decisions.
Creator of Noonoouri
Joerg Zuber combined love for fashion, beauty, and self-expression led him to create Noonoouri, one of the most successful virtual influencers on Instagram.
Founders of I AM ALS, Health Care Activists & Movement-Builders
In 2017, Brian was given a terminal diagnosis, ALS. Having met on the Obama campaign in 2008 and worked in the White House, they responded by building the most powerful patient and caregiver-led movement since the fight against HIV.
Author, Nurse Leader & Health Culture Expert
One of the top 20 people changing healthcare in America, Kathleen Bartholomew is an expert on creating healthy work environments.
Trauma Survivor & Internationally Recognized Trauma Informed Care Expert
Tonier works tirelessly to raise the awareness about trauma informed care around the world. Tonier is an advocate and educator, speaking all over the world on trauma, addiction, incarceration, homelessness, substance abuse and mental health.
Healthcare Speaker, Author & Compassion Consultant
Marcus Engel speaks from experience. Blending personal narratives with evidence based research, Marcus helps put an unforgettable name and face to the patient experience movement.
Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor & Mental Health Advocate
Rebekah Gregory’s life was forever changed due to the bombings at the Boston Marathon on April 15th, 2013. This act of terrorism may have claimed her leg, but it could not claim her spirit.
Robs10kFriends, Human Connection Expert
In 2015, Rob Lawless set out to meet 10,000 people, spending one hour with each person to truly understand their stories. His project, Robs10kFriends, is all documented on his Instagram.
Writer & Host of the Award-Winning Colin McEnroe Show
Host of the award-winning Colin McEnroe Show, McEnroe watched his mother struggle with Alzheimer’s for years. Sharing personal stories with his signature warmth and wit, he offers tips on how to ensure we get the care we want.
Best-Selling Author, Creator and Host of Podcasts Thanks for Asking & It’s Going To Be OK
How are you? Nora McInerny wants to know the truth. TED speaker known for her viral talk; Nora specializes in making space for emotional honesty and difficult conversations.
Leading Mental Health Speaker & Teamwork Facilitator
Mike Veny loves working with leaders who are tired of bringing the same old textbook presentations on mental health or Diversity & Inclusion to their events.