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Agenda

The Next is Now agenda empowers healthcare leaders with the insights, networking, and tools to lead through transformation. From Agentic AI to experience orchestration, each session helps turn ambition into action, offering timely guidance as we approach the critical 2030 inflection point.

Wednesday | November 19
All sessions will be at the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile.

7:00-8:00 am CT

Registration and Breakfast

Fuel up and check in. Breakfast opens at 7:00: coffee, connections, and conversation await. 

8:00-8:20 am CT

Welcome

AVIA CEO Clay Holderman kicks off the day with an energizing look at where healthcare is headed and how your system can lead the next era of applied transformation.

8:20-8:40 am CT

The AI Possibilities

Hear from Eric Langshur, AVIA Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, as he explores the bold future of AI in healthcare. From generative breakthroughs to autonomous capabilities, this session sets the stage for what could be and why embracing possibility is essential in this moment of rapid change.

8:40-9:00 am CT

The Next Horizon

Shift from future vision to practical execution with Neil Gomes, AVIA EVP of Insights and Advisory Services, as we look ahead to the 2026 priorities

9:00-10:00 am CT

Innovation in Action

Hear unique partnership stories from sponsors, solution companies and health systems that are working together to accelerate transformation

10:00-10:30 am CT

Break - Marketplace Live

Explore AVIA Marketplace to connect with solution companies, see what’s new, and discover how the solutions can help you move forward.

10:30-11:30 am CT

Nexus Showcase

Experience Orchestration​​​​​

What does a predictive, personalized, and connected consumer experience look like—and what does it take to enable it at a system level? In this interactive session, get a quick overview of AVIA’s orchestration playbook, hear from Nexus participants, and join table talks exploring how to reduce friction, increase loyalty, and deliver scalable consumer experiences.

Regulatory Readiness

Explore the impact of evolving regulations and how health systems should adapt. This session offers a snapshot of key issues raised by health systems to agencies like CMS, HHS, and ONC—and how those agencies are responding. Join peer discussions focused on navigating a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, with a spotlight on how new rules and guidance are directly influencing digital transformation strategies.

Agentic AI​​​​​

With growing hype around agentic AI, how do health systems separate noise from real opportunity? In this session, hear how leaders are cutting through the buzz to deploy agentic AI solutions in practicalways for high impact. Join your peers for table talks focused on key use cases and scaling strategies.

11:30-12:45 pm CT

Lunch - Marketplace Live

12:45-1:45 pm CT

Nexus Showcase

Experience Orchestration​​​​​

What does a predictive, personalized, and connected consumer experience look like—and what does it take to enable it at a system level? In this interactive session, get a quick overview of AVIA’s orchestration playbook, hear from Nexus participants, and join table talks exploring how to reduce friction, increase loyalty, and deliver scalable consumer experiences.

Regulatory Readiness

Explore the impact of evolving regulations and how health systems should adapt. This session offers a snapshot of key issues raised by health systems to agencies like CMS, HHS, and ONC—and how those agencies are responding. Join peer discussions focused on navigating a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, with a spotlight on how new rules and guidance are directly influencing digital transformation strategies.

Agentic AI​​​​​

With growing hype around agentic AI, how do health systems separate noise from real opportunity? In this session, hear how leaders are cutting through the buzz to deploy agentic AI solutions in practicalways for high impact. Join your peers for table talks focused on key use cases and scaling strategies.

1:45-2:15 pm CT

Break - Marketplace Live

Explore AVIA Marketplace to connect with solution companies, see what’s new, and discover how the solutions can help you move forward.

2:15-3:15 pm CT

Autonomous Enterprise

How can emerging technologies and autonomous systems help reinvent health system operations? In this session, hear the bold moves imagined by AVIA’s COO and CFO Council and get an inside look at the AVIA Nexus Autonomous Enterprise Collaborative, the latest collaborative designed to help health systems reimagine operations to drive margin and enable sustainability.

3:15-4:00 pm CT

Fireside Chat

Think bigger by joining Dr. Adaeze Enekwechi, Cayaba Care, CEO, for a powerful conversation on the broader healthcare environment, equity, digital innovation, and redesigning care for impact.

4:00-4:15 pm CT

Closing

Clay Holderman wraps up AVIA Network Summit 2025 with a look at what’s next. Hear how AVIA will continue to support your transformation journey and preview the 2026 strategic vision.

4:15-5:15 pm CT

Closing Reception

Reflect and celebrate with fellow attendees. Enjoy lively networking and reaffirm your commitment to applied transformation to innovation with colleagues who are shaping the future of healthcare.

6:00-9:00 pm CT

Digital Innovation

Leaders Dinner

Invitation only

Health system innovation leaders are encouraged to gather for an evening of conversation and connection. Join us in the Camelot Room to reflect on the day’s themes and explore what’s next in driving transformation.

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