Sarah ohanesianSarah is a former Chief Marketing Officer who decided to take on the insurmountable mission of ending burnout. No big deal, right? Throughout her career, she started to realize that high-performing individuals were hitting all the marks on paper, but in reality, they were stressed out, unfulfilled, and so stinkin’ busy. She knew she had to do something about it. And if there's anything a high achiever is good at, it's creating more work for themselves. So she started a business SO Productive…then, co-founded another, Super Productive. It was there that she discovered the hidden power of neurodiversity to accomplish extraordinary things. As a keynote speaker and productivity consultant, Sarah is the much-needed gut-punch corporate audiences have been missing. Session:Keynote Session 1: Dominate Your Day: Stop Being Busy and Leave Burnout Behind | Barry MolineWith 29 years as a CEO, Barry has learned a lot about successful teamwork, management, negotiation, leadership, and influence. He is an award-winning author, who tracks trends and new ideas to work better, together. His award-winning book, CONNECT! How to quickly collaborate for success in business and life, divulges the secrets to developing great company culture and engaging teams. Session:Keynote Session 2: Building Culture and Teamwork in a New Era of Engagement |
Jill ageJill Age is an Executive VP & Benefits Consultant with TowneBenefits. She has over 25 years' experience in employee benefits. Her main focus is assisting business owners and professionals in developing and maintaining a benefits package that allows them to attract and retain top talent. She specializes in evaluating the specific needs of her clients and has the knowledge and expertise needed to guide them through the insurance buying process. Session: | Denise dawsonDenise Whiting Dawson is the Team Leader and Healthcare Risk Management Consultant for RCM&D/SISCO. Denise joined RCM&D in 2008 as a Risk Management Consultant within the Healthcare Division. She is a nationally recognized healthcare enterprise risk management professional with extensive healthcare experience, and more than 30 years specializing in risk management, regulatory compliance, quality improvement and patient safety across the healthcare delivery sytem. In her current role, Denise provides program leadership and works directly with clients to implement risk mitigation strategies in clinical and non-clinical areas across the healthcare continuum. In addition, she provides comprehensive professional support services to help clients comply with new and changing regulatory requirements, evaluate emerging exposures through onsite risk assessments, navigate claims processes and develop recommendations and solutions for todays complex risks. In addition, Denise currently leads SISCO’s Healthcare Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) service line. Denise is a former President of the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management (ASHRM). She has also served on the Board for ASHRM for two terms. She is currently an active member of ASHRM affiliated chapters in several states. She is a faculty member for ASHRM's ERM Certificate program and Healthcare Risk Management Certificate program. She is a contributing author to ASHRM's ERM and Leadership Playbooks. Denise speaks nationally on healthcare enterprise-wide risk management topics. She earned the NC State ERM Fellow designation which signifies achievement of an exemplary level of executive education in the field of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). Before joining RCM&D, Denise began her career as a staff nurse at Geisinger Medical Center, where she spent 19 years advancing to the position of Director Risk Manager. Session: | Denys DiazDenys Diaz is the Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer for TowneBank. In his current position, Mr. Diaz is responsible for developing strategic information technology plans and road maps to meet the company’s business goals. Current responsibilities include technology platforms, digital transformation, data analytics, technology risk, information security and business continuity across various lines of business throughout the organization. Mr. Diaz has been an information technology professional in the financial services industry for thirty years. Denys has served in leadership technology positions for twenty years at various financial institutions of diverse size and complexity. Session:Breakout Session 301 - Embracing Change and Progress in Technology and Cybersecurity |
jodi faustlin, MPA,
JM, FACHE, FACMPE, HRMC, RCMCJodi Faustlin, MPA, JM, FACHE, FACMPE, HRMC, RCMC, is a distinguished healthcare executive with extensive expertise in compliance, regulations, and operational excellence. With a professional law degree and deep knowledge of multi-specialty medical practices, revenue cycle management, and strategic planning, she has made significant contributions to the healthcare industry. As Chief Compliance Officer at Healthcare Compliance Pros (HCP), Jodi combines her passion for regulatory advocacy with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Her leadership fosters a culture of compliance and collaboration, empowering organizations to achieve excellence while enhancing the healthcare experience for providers, patients and staff. Jodi will present a program detailing the purpose and function of compliance programs, the seven foundational elements of a successful compliance program (HHS OIG), and strategies to build a culture of compliance. Attendees will learn how to integrate these elements across departments, reduce risk, and foster collaboration. Session: | jonathan joseph, JDJonathan M. Joseph, a partner and health law chair at Christian & Barton, L.L.P. in Richmond, Virginia, advises clients on artificial intelligence in health care contracts. He is an established author and recently assisted on a 50-state survey of data confidentiality and breach notification laws for the American Health Law Association. He holds a law degree from Boston University School of Law. Session: | maritza morenoAn experienced Human Resources professional with over 15 years of expertise, Maritza has a proven track record of driving organizational growth through strategic HR management. Specializing in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development, she is committed to fostering strong, inclusive workplace cultures that enhance engagement and organizational success. Passionate about mentoring and professional development, Maritza is dedicated to empowering employees and contributing to a thriving organizational environment that attracts and retains top talent. Session:Breakout Session 302 - Attracting and Retaining Talent in a Competitive Workforce |
michael newbyMike Newby is a partner with the law firm of Hancock, Daniel, & Johnson, P.C. and has over 22 years of experience representing hospitals, physicians and other health care providers on transactional issues, regulatory compliance, and governance matters. Mr. Newby has repeatedly been selected by his peers as a Legal Elite in the specialty of corporate counsel by "Virginia Business" magazine. He has also been recognized by “The Best Lawyers in America" magazine in the specialty area of Health Care Law and is a Fellow with the Healthcare Financial Management Association. Session:Breakout Session 201 - Time for a Change? Evaluating Practice Transition Options | Dr. Michael Poku | taylor rhodesTaylor is an expert in Value-Based Care and has a deep understanding of the State of Virginia's nuanced approach to Value-Based Care for Medicaid and Medicare. He leverages this expertise to develop and implement strategies that improve patient outcomes while reducing costs, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations, and enhancing the overall quality of care. As a transformative and challenge-driven leader, Taylor brings comprehensive experience within the healthcare industry. He has a proven track record of leading teams, delivering exceptional services and operational effectiveness, saving multimillion-dollar costs, and building and sustaining strong relationships with C-Suite and Senior Management of key accounts despite uncertainties and challenges. Taylor's background includes managing and executing assigned programs and projects within strict time, budgetary, and scope constraints, while ensuring alignment with deliverables, client requirements, and regulatory protocols. He is skilled at integrating systems, tools, and practices to streamline operations, drive organizational efficiencies, and automate internal processes. Additionally, Taylor is adept at building and directing high-performing, cross-functional teams across the globe to accomplish organizational objectives and drive bottom-line results. Sessions: |
rachel rogersRachel Rogers, a health care and business law associate at Christian & Barton, assists Jon with health care contracts and corporate matters. She earned her law degree from the College of William & Mary School of Law. Session: | lauren fisher whiteLauren E. Fisher White, a partner and Labor & Employment Chair at Christian & Barton, L.L.P., in Richmond, counsels clients regarding adherence to state and federal workplace laws including investigation and response to harassment, discrimination, and retaliation complaints. She brings her extensive employment knowledge to her litigation practice in state and federal courts. Lauren is immediate Past Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section, Vice Chair of the Richmond Chapter’s Board of Directors, and a member of Greater Richmond SHRM. She holds degrees from Washington & Lee University School of Law and Vanderbilt University. Session:What Your Managers Don't Know Can Hurt You: Employment Law Risks for Health Care Employers |