Speakers

As we embark on a voyage towards a better health and care experience, employers sit firmly in the captain’s seat. But you don’t have to go alone! A broad community of innovators, changemakers, and partners will co-pilot this journey alongside you, as we chart a course towards a healthier future. In this session, Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Transcarent will illuminate the power benefits leaders hold in shaping the future of health and care.

• Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Transcarent

Trust is crucial in healthcare, so it’s no surprise that when employers gain the trust of their employees, we see increased engagement in healthcare benefits, leading to healthier populations. Edelman has been on the forefront of understanding and building consumer trust for 20 years through their data-focused Trust Barometer. Pairing clinical and consumer trust expertise, Edelman’s Global Health Co-Chair & U.S. Health Chair, Courtney Gray Haupt will join globally recognized Chief Medical Officer and technologist, Dr. Geeta Nayyar for a conversation on the connection between trust, data, and health outcomes.

• Courtney Gray Haupt, Edelman’s Global Health Co-Chair & U.S. Health Chair,

• Dr. Geeta Nayyar, Chief Medical Officer, RadiantGraph; Author, Dead Wrong

• Thi Montalvo, Senior Vice President of Performance Analytics, Transcarent

Let’s reimagine health and care, responsibly. In this session, you will leave with an understanding of what employees need, how policies are evolving to accommodate change, and your fiduciary responsibilities. As policies evolve, employers who wish to be guardians of health, can take certain steps to help ensure they are acting in the best interests of their employees, meeting their fiduciary responsibilities, and practicing responsible data governance.

• Aneesh Chopra, Chief Technology Officer, Arcadia; Former United States Chief Technology Officer

• Tom Grote, Former Chief Executive Officer, Banner | Aetna

• Caitlin Fleming, Chief Strategy Officer, Transcarent

Just like baking the perfect cake requires the right ingredients, understanding and utilizing your employee benefits is key to creating a fulfilling workplace recipe. In this interactive session, we'll knead through the complexities of benefits, mix in practical insights, and help you rise to your full potential. Jennifer Weinstein, Vice President of Benefits at Albertsons will guide you through a hands-on exploration of how thoughtfully selected benefits and benefits education are the secret ingredients to employee satisfaction, well-being, and cost savings.

• Jennifer Weinstein, Vice President of Benefits, Albertsons

Imagine a world where understanding your health is as simple as looking at the stars. With digital tools, unparalleled clinical expertise, and life-saving treatments, we now have more opportunities to lead healthier lives. However, barriers and misinformation often clutter the path. Transcarent’s Chief Marketing Officer, Janine Gianfredi and Dr. Anoop Sangha invite you to explore WayFinding, a next-generation experience that brings personalized benefits navigation, expert clinical guidance, and on-demand care delivery into one place. Powered by generative AI and expert clinicians, it’s health and care that knows you, so you don’t have to know healthcare.

• Anoop Sangha, M.D., Vice President of Clinical Programs, Transcarent

• Janine Gianfredi, Chief Marketing Officer, Transcarent

Join innovative benefits leaders as they come together to explore what it means to create a truly exceptional platform experience for employees. Corey Luecht, Vice President of Executive Compensation & Global Benefits at Allstate and a Fortune 10 Global Benefits Leader will delve into the critical role that benefits play in shaping a positive work environment, enhancing employee satisfaction, and driving organizational success. Attendees will gain insights into best practices, innovative strategies, and real-world examples of how leading companies are redefining employee experience through thoughtful and impactful benefits programs that come together on one platform.

• Corey Luecht, Vice President of Executive Compensation & Global Benefits, Allstate

• Janine Gianfredi, Chief Marketing Officer, Transcarent

Join us for a memorable closing night experience.

You'll have the chance to connect and network with fellow attendees and renowned astronomer Ben Loker will guide us on a captivating journey through the stars.

The dinner program includes an inspiring keynote presentation, where Dr. Milton Ochieng' and Dr. Fred Ochieng, Co-Founders of Lwala Community Alliance, will share their story of resilience and community. The brothers grew up in the village of Lwala. Because of their academic achievements, the brothers received scholarships to attend Dartmouth College in the United States. Their village sold chicken, goats, and cows to pay for airfare with just one request: “Do not forget us.” Milton and Fred later attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, where they began working with their father and home community on the dream of bringing healthcare to their village.

A Breakfast Workshop will be held in Ballroom E beginning at 8:15

The Coming Health Wave
U.S. healthcare has entered into disequilibrium where small events will trigger disproportionate impact. Powerful macroeconomic forces are pushing down on the largest industry ever created by human beings, demanding attention and cracking status-quo business practices. Simultaneously, value-driven, consumer-based competitors are rising to challenge incumbents. Bottom line: the U.S. healthcare industry will change more in the next ten years than it has in the last one hundred. Author David Johnson will discuss the coming healthcare revolution and the transformative role self-insured employers can play by demanding more value for their health and healthcare purchases.

• Dave Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, 4sight Health

• Laurie McGraw, Executive Vice President, Transcarent

Ken Frazier, renowned business leader and former CEO of Merck & Co., will explore the critical importance of accessibility in fostering engagement. Drawing from his extensive experience in leading diverse teams and driving inclusive initiatives, Ken will share his thoughts on what it truly means to meet people where they are. In this session, you will learn how to create workplaces that foster engagement for all individuals and will provide valuable insights for leaders interested in building more inclusive and effective organizations.

• Ken Frazier, Chairman of Health Assurance Initiatives, General Catalyst; Former Chief Executive Officer & Chairman, Merck

Cancer is different – and we must treat it differently. As cancer continues to be one of the most pressing needs in employee benefits, employers are seeking innovative solutions to support their employees and their families as they move through their cancer journey. In this session, we will discuss the value of employer advocacy in cancer care, including offering oncology benefits that support employees’ holistic needs as they live and work with cancer. Discover how employers and oncology leaders work together to prioritize the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of people impacted by cancer.

• Lesli Marasco, Vice President of Global Benefits & Well-Being, AbbVie

• Diana Morgan, Director, Wellbeing and Benefits, Pilot

• Gina Jacobson, Program Director, Working With Cancer, Publicis Group

• Randy Hawkins, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Transcarent

We have approached a pivotal crossroad in healthcare, meeting at the next generation of technology, consumer expectations, and policy, leaving us in a uniquely critical time for transformation. In this session, Snezana Mahon, Pharm.D., Chief Operating Officer of Transcarent, will delve into today’s state of healthcare. She will explore the evolving landscape, highlight emerging trends, address pressing issues, and present innovative solutions. The urgency for change has never been greater, the stars are aligned, and the time is now.

• Snezana Mahon, Pharm.D., Chief Operating Officer, Transcarent