Inside HFMA: HFMA’s Annual Conference keynotes focus on thinking differently about healthcare finance 

The aim of HFMA’s Annual Conference, being held June 22-25 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, is to empower the healthcare finance community to be leaders in the advancement of affordable and sustainable healthcare.

“This year’s Annual Conference offers members a wealth of learning opportunities,” said Rick Gundling, FHFMA, CMA, senior vice president of content and professional practice guidance with HFMA. “Attendees have more than 70 education sessions to choose from, with topics ranging from implementing AI applications in healthcare finance to managing workforce challenges, and they’ll have plenty of occasions to earn CPE credits. They will also have a tremendous opportunity for face-to-face networking with the more than 4,000 healthcare finance professionals who are expected to be in attendance.”

Keynote speakers

This year’s keynote speakers will include the following luminaries who will challenge and inspire attendees to think differently about healthcare finance, keeping with the event theme: Lead the Way.

The Next Renaissance: The Transformative Power of AI. On June 23, futurist, former head of OpenAI’s Go To Market, Zack Kass draws parallels to the historical renaissance and offers a vision of innovation and opportunity over disruption in his presentation. Kass also demystifies AI’s latest advancements, providing practical insights and strategies that will help future-proof teams to lead the way in this new era.

The Future of Healthcare: How Will Your Organization Be Impacted? On June 24, health policy specialist and tech visionary Vin Gupta, MD, MPA, chief medical officer of Amazon pharmacy, will reveal how healthcare organizations might be impacted by new advancements, technologies and policies, and how their finance leaders can think creatively and adapt to the disruptive trends shaping business and healthcare.

Where to Turn When the Political Climate Heats Up. On Wednesday, June 25, Amy Walter, political analyst and publisher and editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report, will use her expertise in the electoral process, congressional culture and Washington’s political landscape, to deliver an engaging, insightful look at how the shifting political landscape is impacting all facets of industry including healthcare. Walter’s presentation will help attendees gain an insider’s perspective of the political forces at play and how they may affect healthcare organizations’ financial sustainability and decision-making in the years ahead.

Designed for healthcare finance professionals

HFMA’s Annual Conference is for anyone interested in the delivery of affordable and sustainable healthcare working in a provider setting. Attendees come from various healthcare sectors, including hospitals and health systems, physician practices, health plans and payers, investors and capitol market firms, government, education institutions and solution providers.

Networking initiatives

“Attending HFMA’s Annual Conference isn’t just about learning — it’s about making meaningful connections that can elevate your career and organization,” said Stephanie Denvir, MS, CAE, chief member value officer with HFMA.

There are many networking opportunities for attendees, including

• First Timers Connection, designed to help newcomers navigate the event (June 22)
• HFMA Welcome reception (June 22)
• Exhibit Hall: Connect & Celebrate reception (June 23)
• Women’s luncheon (June 22)
• Executive Connections (June 22 and June 23)