WBL and Jefferies are happy to invite you to a networking breakfast and panel on Monday, September 14, at the 1 Hotel in Nashville, TN! It'll be a great opportunity to make connections with fellow healthcare executives in the area.

In addition to networking, attendees will hear from an accomplished panel of healthcare leaders including Paul Kusserow, Executive Chairman of Unified Women's Healthcare, and Casey Santos, CTO of Calibur and Board Member of Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, moderated by Sonia Millsom, CEO of Oxeon, on the importance of investing in strong leadership teams during the session, Beyond the Innovation: Why Leadership Is the Investment:

In today's healthcare market, the best investment opportunities are no longer defined solely by the innovation itself. They are increasingly defined by the people leading it, and their ability to navigate uncertainty. Healthcare leaders are operating in an environment of constant change and uncertainty. Shifting market dynamics, global events, evolving workforce expectations, AI, and financial pressures continue to redefine what effective leadership looks like. Investors and boards are placing greater emphasis on executive talent, recognizing that the right leaders do more than execute a strategy. They build resilient organizations, guide teams through ambiguity, and create confidence in times of rapid change.

Join us for a candid discussion on how leadership and talent have become central to value creation. We'll explore the capabilities that matter most in today's environment, how investors evaluate leadership as part of an investment thesis, and how executives can help their organizations embrace change while keeping people engaged, aligned, and focused. As uncertainty becomes the only constant, the ability to lead through it may be healthcare's greatest competitive advantage.

Our gathering will be held in conjunction with the Jefferies Healthcare Services and Technology Conference (9/14-9/15 at the 1 Hotel), which convenes leaders from across the healthcare services sector for presentations and small group meetings, with participation from leading investors. You can register here at no cost.

Special thanks to Jefferies for partnering with us for this event!

Healthcare consumers are changing—and not always in predictable ways. They're under growing financial pressure while expecting more from their healthcare experiences. They're embracing digital tools and AI while still valuing trust and human connection. And they're seeking greater convenience and control while navigating a healthcare system that can still be difficult to access.

In this research-rich conversation, we will explore the forces reshaping how consumers think about, seek and experience healthcare—and what those shifts mean for healthcare organizations. Drawing on the latest consumer and healthcare research, we'll examine where consumer expectations are headed, where healthcare may not be keeping pace, and what leaders should be thinking about as they plan for what's next. We hope you will join us!

Special thanks to Core Creative for partnering with us on this session!

Join fellow WBL members in the St. Louis area for a networking happy hour on Wednesday, September 30! This in-person gathering offers an opportunity to connect with local healthcare leaders and strengthen professional relationships within the WBL community. WBL members Caroline Battles, Jessica Ciccolella-Kahl, Mary Jo Gorman and Gretchen Werremeyer will be on site to host this evening meet-up. Attendees will leave with new connections and meaningful peer relationships. We hope to see you there!

Have a friend who would benefit from attending? We'd love to have them join us if they meet WBL's member criteria! Qualified guests can register using a guest ticket here.

Join fellow WBL members for a networking reception on Wednesday, September 30 at the Arnall Golden Gregory LLP office in Atlanta, GA! This in-person conversation offers an opportunity to connect with local healthcare leaders and strengthen professional relationships within the WBL community. WBL member Madison Pool will be on site to host this evening meet-up. Attendees will leave with new connections and meaningful peer relationships. We hope to see you there!

Special thanks to Arnall Golden Gregory LLP for partnering with us on this event!

Have a friend who would benefit from attending? We'd love to have them join us if they meet WBL's member criteria! Qualified guests can register directly here.

Join fellow WBL members for a networking reception on Wednesday, September 30 at the Ariel Alternatives office in New York City! This in-person conversation offers an opportunity to connect with local healthcare leaders and strengthen professional relationships within the WBL community. WBL member Kaarin Gordon will be on site to host this evening meet-up. Attendees will leave with new connections and meaningful peer relationships. We hope you will join us!

Special thanks to CQ fluency (an Ariel Alternatives portfolio company) for partnering with us on this event!

In honor of WBL’s 25th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to announce our Founder's Series — a collection of dinners and receptions taking place across the country!

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we host the next event in our Founder’s Series in Boston, MA on Monday, October 19. WBL Founder, Lynn Shapiro Snyder, will share the story behind WBL’s beginnings and the inspiration that led to the creation of our organization.

Together, we’ll celebrate 25 years of building a vibrant community of 1,500+ women healthcare leaders, and the meaningful connections, relationships, and opportunities that have grown along the way. We hope you’ll join us for this special occasion.

Have a friend who would benefit from attending? We'd love to have them join us if they meet WBL's member criteria! Qualified guests can register using a guest ticket here.