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Registration

Kindly RSVP by June 30, 2025

What's included

Attendees are responsible for airfare.

Accommodations

Stanly Ranch
Auberge Resorts Collection

200 Stanly Crossroad
Napa, CA

Discover a unique Napa experience filled with riveting adventures, transformative wellbeing and farm-driven, elemental cuisine at Napa’s newest luxury resort.

Hotel reservations will be made upon registration and your confirmation number emailed in early September 2025.

Silver Oak tour + tasting

Join Silver Oak proprietor and CEO David Duncan for a journey through the Silver Oak legacy. Visit the winery’s production areas, including the barrel and fermentation cellars and conclude with a private tasting experience.

Farm to table cooking

Forage your own fresh ingredients and master the spring roll wrapping technique with this hands-on experience that starts with collecting herbs and flowers in the garden. Enjoy a tea ceremony using the raw ingredients you harvested then prepare fresh spring rolls and homemade sauces to accompany your dish. ​
Wine,
land + art

Experience an immersive journey through wine, land and art. Begin with a crisp glass of signature wine, followed by an exciting all-terrain vehicle + walking tour of the Donum Estate.

Hat design
workshop

The best keepsakes are the ones you make yourself. Using sustainably sourced wool felt and straw hats, design your new signature accessory with insight from Napa Valley artisans.

Silver Oak
tour + tasting

Join Silver Oak proprietor and CEO David Duncan for a journey through the Silver Oak legacy. Visit the winery’s production areas, including the barrel and fermentation cellars and conclude with a private tasting experience.

Farm to table
cooking

Forage your own fresh ingredients and master the spring roll wrapping technique with this hands-on experience that starts with collecting herbs and flowers in the garden. Enjoy a tea ceremony using the raw ingredients you harvested then prepare fresh spring rolls and homemade sauces to accompany your dish. ​

September 23–25, 2026  |  Sea Island

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to network, share insights and explore innovative solutions to drive meaningful change in healthcare.

HLX26 is an invitation-only experience curated for healthcare’s most influential leaders — CEOs, CFOs and industry innovators — committed to shaping the future of care. Our program is designed to elevate conversations to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities ahead. Expect industry-leading keynote speakers, dynamic panel discussions and curated experiences that foster meaningful dialogue and actionable insights.

HLX26 is more than a conference. It’s a catalyst for collaboration, innovation and leadership in an era of rapid change. Join us as we chart a smarter, more connected path forward for healthcare.

What will we talk about?

We’re inviting experts and visionaries from across the healthcare ecosystem and beyond to explore breakthroughs and opportunities shaping the future of care. Together, we’ll uncover ways to streamline processes, enhance collaboration and create a frictionless experience for all. Our discussions will spotlight:

What's included

Registration

Kindly RSVP by June 30, 2025

What's included

Attendees are responsible for airfare.

Accommodations

Stanly Ranch
Auberge Resorts Collection

200 Stanly Crossroad
Napa, CA

Discover a unique Napa experience filled with riveting adventures, transformative wellbeing and farm-driven, elemental cuisine at Napa’s newest luxury resort.

Hotel reservations will be made upon registration and your confirmation number emailed in early September 2025.

Accommodations

Sea Island
100 Cloister Drive
Sea Island, GA

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Georgia’s southeastern coast, Sea Island is a Forbes Five-Star resort celebrated for its gracious hospitality, lush landscapes and coastal charm. With five miles of private beach, salt marshes and riverfront views, the resort offers a serene escape into nature. Guests can enjoy championship golf, leisurely bike rides and explorations of the island’s rich ecology — all in a setting that blends refined luxury with rustic elegance.

Hotel reservations will be made on your behalf upon event registration, and your confirmation number will be emailed to you in September 2026.

Agenda Overview

Full agenda to be announced via email

Wednesday 9/23

*Spouses + partners invited to join

12 – 3 p.m.

Welcome, registration + hospitality

3 – 5 P.M.

HLX Welcome session + keynote

6:30 – 8 p.m.

Welcome reception*

6:30 – 9 p.m.

Dinner experience*

Thursday 9/24

*Spouses + partners invited to join

7 – 8 a.m.

Breakfast available*

8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

HLX sessions

9:30 – 11 a.m.

Power Beside the Power*

12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Lunch available*

2 – 4:30 p.m.

Curated group experiences*

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Cocktail hour*

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Dinner experience*

Friday 9/25

*Spouses + partners invited to join

7 – 9:30 a.m.

Breakfast available*

Morning + Afternoon

Departures

Speakers

To be announced soon.

Alex Azar in a suit and striped tie smiles in front of a bookshelf filled with books, embodying the spirit of the Healthcare Leadership Exchange.

Alex Azar

24th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Dr. Leana Wen. A woman with straight black hair wearing a red top smiles at the camera against a plain white background, embodying the confidence and professionalism often seen at Healthcare Leadership Exchange events.

Dr. Leana Wen

Washington Post Columnist, Author, and Public Health Expert
Michael Cembalest. A man with short brown hair and glasses, wearing a dark pinstripe suit, white shirt, and patterned blue tie, sits in front of a window with a blurred cityscape background at the Healthcare Leadership Exchange.

Michael Cembalest

Chairman of Market + Investment Strategy, J.P. Morgan Asset + Wealth Management; Author of the Acclaimed ‘Eye on the Market’ Series

Syed Mohiuddin wearing glasses and a light-colored blazer over a light pink shirt smiles at the camera against a plain background, embodying professionalism seen at Healthcare Leadership Exchange events.

Syed Mohiuddin

Head of Healthcare, Anthropic; Former SVP + Chief AI Transformation Officer, UnitedHealth Group; Former Counselor to the Deputy Secretary, U.S. HHS; Co-Architect of the White House Executive Order on AI; Licensed Physician

Reed Mollins. A man with short, curly dark hair wearing a gray suit jacket and a light-colored shirt smiles at the camera in an office setting, representing the spirit of collaboration at the Healthcare Leadership Exchange.

Reed Mollins

SVP of Digital Services, Press Ganey Associates, Inc.; Co-founder of Doctor.com; Architect of the Digital Patient Experience

Molly Smith. A woman with short blond hair wearing a blue textured top, smiling at the camera against a plain gray background, represents the spirit of connection fostered by Healthcare Leadership Exchange.

Molly Smith

Group Vice President for Policy, American Hospital Association

Experiences

We invite you + your guest to join us for a one-of-a-kind group experience.

Golf on Sea Island’s Plantation Course
Play Sea Island’s historic Plantation Course — reimagined by Davis Love III + Mark Love — with wide fairways, smart bunkering and sweeping marsh and live-oak views for all skill levels.
Captain’s Choice Fishing Excursion
Head out on a private, guided trip with expert captains to top local waters around Sea Island — ideal for beginners + seasoned anglers chasing saltwater species amid Georgia’s coastal scenery.
Coastal Wildlife Bike Tour
Ride with a naturalist through Sea Island’s forests, marshes and beach overlooks, spotting native plants, wildlife and coastal ecosystems along the way.
Clay Target Shooting
Take aim at Sea Island’s renowned Shooting School with sporting clays, skeet and trap—expert guided in a classic marshland setting.
Guided Kayak Tour
Paddle through Sea Island's pristine tidal creeks and salt marshes while forging meaningful connections against Georgia's stunning coastal backdrop.
Poolside Cabana Experience
Unwind in Sea Island's exclusive poolside cabanas — a relaxed setting designed for meaningful connections and candid conversations with fellow healthcare leaders.

Silver Oak tour + tasting

Join Silver Oak proprietor and CEO David Duncan for a journey through the Silver Oak legacy. Visit the winery’s production areas, including the barrel and fermentation cellars and conclude with a private tasting experience.

Farm to table cooking

Forage your own fresh ingredients and master the spring roll wrapping technique with this hands-on experience that starts with collecting herbs and flowers in the garden. Enjoy a tea ceremony using the raw ingredients you harvested then prepare fresh spring rolls and homemade sauces to accompany your dish. ​
Wine,
land + art

Experience an immersive journey through wine, land and art. Begin with a crisp glass of signature wine, followed by an exciting all-terrain vehicle + walking tour of the Donum Estate.

Hat design
workshop

The best keepsakes are the ones you make yourself. Using sustainably sourced wool felt and straw hats, design your new signature accessory with insight from Napa Valley artisans.

Silver Oak
tour + tasting

Join Silver Oak proprietor and CEO David Duncan for a journey through the Silver Oak legacy. Visit the winery’s production areas, including the barrel and fermentation cellars and conclude with a private tasting experience.

Farm to table
cooking

Forage your own fresh ingredients and master the spring roll wrapping technique with this hands-on experience that starts with collecting herbs and flowers in the garden. Enjoy a tea ceremony using the raw ingredients you harvested then prepare fresh spring rolls and homemade sauces to accompany your dish. ​

FAQ

Not finding an answer to your question? Send us an email. Learn more about Sea Island.

Attendees will enjoy two nights of complimentary lodging, meals for the entirety of the HLX program, roundtrip airport transfers and one activity as part of the HLX program. Guests are responsible for their own airfare.

Any additional activities not offered as part of the HLX program can be booked directly through Sea Island and will be a personal expense.

We gladly welcome your spouse or partner to join us at HLX. They’re welcome to join us for all meals, Power Beside the Power and one activity selection.

Unfortunately, no. We value your expertise and innovative ideas and because of that, we’re extending this exclusive invitation only to you and selected healthcare leaders.

You’re responsible for airfare.

Roundtrip airport transportation will be provided from:

Yes. Roundtrip transportation will be provided from the airports below. Pickup instructions will be shared via email in September.

We’re able to offer a very limited amount of guest rooms at a discounted rate on Tuesday, Sept. 22, Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 26. Due to the limited availability, we ask that you please submit your request for early arrival by June 30. Rooms will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Any extension of your trip outside of the organized HLX program dates (9/23–9/25) will be a personal expense. Please contact [email protected] for discounted rates and availability.

Suggested attire for each day is detailed below.

You and your spouse or partner may select one experience to enjoy with your peers.

Any additional activities not offered as part of the HLX program can be booked through Sea Island at your request. Additional experiences beyond the HLX program may be viewed here.

Warm and pleasant, with average highs around 84–88°F and lows near 72–74°F. It’s still summer-like, but slightly cooler in the evenings.

Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Yes. Bellman and housekeeping gratuities will be provided on your behalf.