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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 |
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 PokuDr. Michael Poku is an accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience in clinical leadership, medical informatics, and value-based care. Prior to serving as the Chief Clinical Officer for Equality Health, he was Senior Medical Director at Oak Street Health overseeing multiple clinical teams and driving innovative models of value-based care delivery, resulting in improved patient outcomes and increased operational efficiency. His expertise lies in enterprise-wide strategy, clinical delivery innovation, medical cost management, and the development of technology-enabled and data-informed clinical tools and processes. Dr. Poku was also previously Chief Medical Officer at NextHealth Technologies through the company’s acquisition by Softheon Technologies, where he formulated and executed clinical and product strategies for an AI-powered healthcare analytics platform. During his tenure, he successfully led client success, sales, and ongoing product development, optimizing informatics processes to enable health plan customers to achieve maximum ROI from their analytics investments. Dr. Poku also served as Senior Medical Director at Signify Health, where he developed and led clinical strategies and execution for complex care management and at-home wellness programs. Dr. Poku continues to practice holding academic faculty positions at various health systems. Throughout his career, Dr. Poku has authored numerous publications on topics such as care coordination, healthcare analytics, patient relationship management, and several topics at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Dr. Poku received his MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. He trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital in internal medicine where he focused on primary care medicine and urban health; he is also board certified in clinical informatics. Sessions: |
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 |  jAKE YATESJake Yates is a seasoned healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in mental health, risk adjustment, healthcare audits, and regulatory compliance. As a Compliance Consultant at Healthcare Compliance Pros, he works closely with billing companies, Managed Service Organizations (MSOs), private physician practices, medical groups, medical centers, and hospitals to help them navigate the complex landscape of HIPAA, OSHA, and Corporate regulatory compliance. Having worked previously in Medicare audits for nearly a decade, Jake has seen first-hand the importance of a thorough compliance and auditing program and its impact on the well-being of healthcare organizations. Prior to joining Healthcare Compliance Pros, Jake worked as a National Account Manager at Ciox Health and a Client Services Manager at Cotiviti. During this time, he assisted with hundreds of Medicare audits for several of the top 10 largest U.S. health insurance companies. In 2019, he led a team who validated over $130 Million in Medicare overpayments to a Medicare Advantage Health Plan. Since then, he has focused his efforts on regulatory compliance and chart audits to help organizations ensure they are meeting their requirements and safeguarding their businesses. Jake has a proven track record of delivering engaging and informative presentations on healthcare compliance, leadership, and a variety of other topics. He has shared his insights with a diverse audience, including professional healthcare organizations, billing companies, medical groups, and private physician practices. By leveraging his deep industry knowledge and strong communication skills, he empowers healthcare organizations to achieve compliance excellence and drive positive changes within each institution. Jake holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Utah and a Master of Business Administration and Healthcare Management degree from Western Governor’s University. He has also earned several professional certifications including Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Healthcare Compliance Professional (CHCP), Project Management, and Lean Six Sigma. He is an active member of the Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA) and the AAPC. Session: |
