December 4–5
Le Meridien
Washington, DC
AI-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS MAY SUPERCHARGE IMPROVEMENTS IN FINANCE, CARE AND STRATEGY.
Digital Executives Drive the Discussion. It Must Move Beyond Them.
For the nation’s hospitals and physicians to truly adopt the promise of AI-driven technology, something bigger than rewiring hardware will need to happen. Too often in the past, the role of the CIO or Chief Digital Officer has been to serve and support, but rarely to drive the business forward themselves. To be considered tech-forward as an industry, the role of the digital executive necessarily shifts from a leader who serves and supports, to an executive who drives and partners.
Too often, however, digital executives are insular. They attend the same industry conferences with each other and rarely entertain opportunities to interact and learn from other stakeholders. How is a digital executive who has been asked to remap the patient financial experience or adapt new AI-driven protocols for virtual nursing to lead when they rarely speak to any financial or nurse executive beyond their own health system?
75%
of leaders believe CIOs should be developing or implementing strategy
Source: Arcadia; https://arcadia.io/resources/ai-changes-healthcare-cios-role?utm_source=chatgpt.com
HealthLeaders Media will finally fill that industry gap. On Dec. 4-5, the HealthLeaders Exchange will gather 25 technology leaders along with their counterparts in finance, clinical and executive leadership for the first HealthLeaders Chief Digital Executive Exchange. This peer-focused gathering offers an unparalleled opportunity for you to engage in deep, focused discussions with other senior healthcare technology leaders about the pressing challenges you face in driving transformation. Unlike traditional industry conferences, which tend to be packed with one-way presentations and limited peer interaction, this event is all about creating the time and space for meaningful, in-depth conversation.
A Focused Approach to Healthcare Technology Challenges
The landscape of healthcare technology is incredibly complex, with digital at the forefront of efforts to balance the needs of finance, clinical improvement, and long-term marketplace strategy. This event will emphasize these critical areas, creating a platform for peer sharing and problem-solving:
- Supporting Hospital Technology Needs in Finance – With increasing pressure on hospital budgets and the need for cost-effective solutions, CIOs must work to ensure that technology investments align with financial goals. At this event, you'll have the opportunity to discuss the latest trends in financial technology solutions with our panel of leading chief financial officers, as well as share strategies for securing ROI while maintaining high standards of care.
- Clinical Improvement – Advancements in technology are revolutionizing patient care, but deploying new tools effectively while maintaining clinical efficiency and patient outcomes is no easy feat. Our panel which includes leading chief medical and chief nursing leaders will give you the chance to exchange insights on overcoming barriers to clinical technology adoption, improving workflows, and using data to enhance patient outcomes.
- Navigating the Marketplace – As competition intensifies and healthcare organizations look to expand their reach, digital executives are expected to play an increasingly strategic role in their organizations' growth. Through dialogue with our panel of CEOs and strategy officers, you will have the opportunity to explore the best strategies for integrating technology into your hospital's marketplace approach, from improving patient engagement to supporting new revenue streams.
The Power of Peer Interaction
This event’s format is intentionally designed to maximize meaningful interaction. Rather than sitting through a series of one-way presentations, you’ll participate in structured, interactive roundtables, where the focus is on conversation, idea exchange, and collaborative problem-solving. These sessions allow you to discuss the unique challenges you're facing in a relaxed, open environment—free from the distractions and time constraints of larger conferences.
Creating Space for True Dialogue
What sets this event apart from traditional industry conferences is the intentional space it provides for deeper, more meaningful conversations. With a small, curated group of no more than 25 digital executives in attendance, you’ll be able to dive into complex issues without the typical pressures of a large-scale event. This is a rare opportunity to step away from the noise of the exhibit hall, focus on your biggest concerns, and create actionable solutions in collaboration with executives across the C-Suite.
As the demands on healthcare technology leaders continue to grow, the need for meaningful, strategic conversations has never been greater. Join us at this exclusive event and take the time you deserve to connect with other CIOs, share your experiences, and discover new solutions to the challenges you face. We look forward to welcoming you to a space designed for dialogue, learning, and collaboration.
WHO ATTENDS
HealthLeaders Chief Digital Executive Exchange Partners
AdventHealth
Advocate Atrium Health
Baptist Health
Baylor Scott & White
CommonSpirit Health
Emory Healthcare
Emplify Health
Froedtert Health
Integris Health
LCMC
Mayo Clinic
MedStar
MemorialCare
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Northwell Health
Norton Healthcare
Ochsner Health
OhioHealth
Piedmont Healthcare
Providence St. Joseph Health
SSM
UI Hospitals & Clinics
University of Maryland Medical System
University of Pennsylvania Health System
UPMC
UVA Health System
UW Health
WVU Medicine
HEALTHLEADERS CHIEF DIGITAL EXECUTIVE EXCHANGE
Thursday, December 4 – Friday, December 5
Le Meridien
Washington, DC
Thursday, December 4
12:00-1:00 p.m. Registration & Buffet Lunch
1:00–1:15 p.m. Event Kickoff
1:15-2:45 p.m. Strategy Sessions 1: Health IT to drive value in financial performance and the workforce
This 90-minute session will focus on how technology can improve hospital financial performance. Chief Digital Executives will interact with a panel of Chief Financial Officers and Chief Human Resource Officers to discuss leveraging digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize revenue cycles. Key topics include AI and analytics for better decision-making, streamlining billing and coding, and improving resource utilization. The session will also cover the role of EHR systems, telemedicine, value-based care, and supply chain optimization in driving financial sustainability. Attendees will share best practices and explore how technology can enhance both patient care and financial outcomes.
3:00-4:00 p.m. Strategy Sessions 2
4:00-4:15 p.m. 3:30 – 3:45 p.m.
4:15-5:45 p.m. 3:45-5:15 p.m. Health IT to drive clinical quality and access
This 90-minute session will focus on technologies that can advance and improve clinical care. Chief Digital Executives will interact with a panel of Chief Medical and Chief Nursing Officers and to explore how digital solutions enhance patient outcomes, streamline workflows, and support clinical decision-making. Key topics include AI and machine learning for diagnostics, the role of electronic health records (EHR) in improving care coordination, and the integration of telemedicine for expanded access. The session will also cover innovations in remote patient monitoring, personalized medicine, and clinical decision support systems. Attendees will share insights on how these technologies can transform patient care and drive clinical excellence.
6:00-9:00 p.m. Dinner
Friday, December 5
7:30--8:30 a.m. Buffet Breakfast
8:45–10:15 a.m. Strategy Sessions 3: Tech and AI as a transformative strategy in the industry and in your market
This 90-minute session will focus on technologies that can create new strategies for gaining market share in healthcare. Chief Digital Executives interact with a panel of Chief Executive and Chief Strategy Officers to discuss how digital innovations, particularly AI, can transform healthcare delivery and help organizations stand out in a competitive market. Key topics include using AI for personalized patient experiences, predictive analytics for improving outcomes, and optimizing resource allocation. The session will explore how technologies like telemedicine, data-driven marketing, and enhanced patient engagement can expand market reach. Attendees will share strategies for leveraging AI to redesign healthcare and drive growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage.
10:15–10:30 a.m. Break
10:30- 11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. Event Adjourns
The Group Shuttle to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
HealthLeaders Insights on the BIG Questions in Health IT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why should I attend?
Using technology to advance clinical care, financial performance and marketplace strategy are deep content issues that require time to discuss. The format of the HealthLeaders Chief Digital Executive Exchange is optimized for discussion and interaction at the highest levels. Each panel is 90 minutes long and features built-in feedback loops for discussion and interaction.
Is there a paid audience?
No, the discussion will be limited to the panel of digital executives and their counterparts in clinical, executive and financial leadership.
Will the discussion expand beyond the live event?
Yes, HealthLeaders Exchange will convene virtual community calls in the weeks prior to the program and a follow-up call in the months after the program. We feel like the questions are too vast to be fully discussed in one sitting. The HealthLeaders Exchange and HealthLeaders Media experts will facilitate and curate the dialogue at every step.
How is this program different than the major tech conferences?
There is enormous value in large healthcare technology conventions like HIMSS and VIVE. We regularly attend ourselves. We feel, however, that there is a time for PowerPoint presentations to a large audience and another time for the real experts to sit together in a curated discussion without the noise and distraction of a convention.
Are there opportunities for sponsors?
Our sponsors support their program financially but also with their information and data. We select partners who bring unique insights. Our executives will have a special 60-minute sponsor session dedicated to meeting you and hearing what your needs are.
What’s the difference between this program and other CIO networking events?
The HealthLeaders Chief Digital Executive Exchange becomes part of the larger HealthLeaders Exchange community, which includes the CEO Exchange, CFO Exchange, CMO Exchange, CNO Exchange, the Revenue Cycle Exchange and our new Workforce Exchange. By joining the Chief Digital Executive Exchange, tech leaders will be connected to ongoing virtual events, research, content, and networking opportunities with a much broader set of leaders than they would get in a defined CIO-only network.
Who is eligible?
The HealthLeaders Chief Digital Executive Exchange is open to the organization’s top information technology leaders at hospitals, health systems, medical groups, and payer-provider organizations. Generally, that will be the Chief Information Officer or Chief Digital Officer. Other titles may apply. To see if you are eligible, please contact exchange@healthleadersmedia.com.
Note: The HealthLeaders Exchange welcomes healthcare executives who are in active leadership roles at hospitals, health systems, health plans and medical groups to apply. Please fill out the form below and indicate which HealthLeaders Exchange program interests you.
For allied companies, consultants and solutions providers interested in sponsorship, please contact sales@healthleadersmedia.com.