Large Group Council Executive Summit
| 5:00 - 6:15 pm | Welcome Reception |
| 7:15 - 8:00 am | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:00 - 9:20 am | Welcome, Introductions, & Discussion Jerry Penso, MD, MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer, AMGA; and Rick Bone, MD, Senior Medical Director, Population Health, Advocate Health & Chair, AMGA Large Group Council |
| 9:20 - 9:55 am | Inside DC Chet Speed, JD, LLM, Chief Policy Officer, AMGA Attendees will have a front row seat to Washington DC policy updates from AMGA's Chief Policy Officer, Chet Speed. Learn how recent federal legislation, regulatory shifts, and policy reforms are reshaping patient care delivery. |
| 9:55 - 10:10 am | Networking Break |
| 10:10 - 10:45 am | Accelerating Transformation Through Partnerships (Fireside Chat) Laura Kaiser, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, SSM Laura Kaiser, President and CEO of SSM Health, will explore how strategic partnerships—both traditional and nontraditional—can accelerate transformation in today's complex healthcare environment. Drawing on SSM Health's experience, Laura will share how health systems can leverage external expertise to fill gaps, solve problems, and move faster toward their goals. Her session will highlight why collaboration is no longer optional, but a strategic imperative—offering physician leaders practical insights into how partnerships can drive clinical innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainable, mission-driven care. |
| 11:10 - 11:25 am | Networking Break |
| 11:25 am - 12:10 pm | Hot Topics Rick Bone, MD, Senior Medical Director, Population Health, Advocate Health Topics for discussion to be based on the challenges raised during the introduction or suggested directly from the floor. |
| 12:10 - 1:25 pm | Networking Lunch |
| 1:25 - 2:00 pm | What Is It Going To Take? How Fairview Is Positioning Itself For The Future James Hereford, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fairview Health Services The Federal policy environment, the potential of AI and overall cost structure reduction pressures create an environment that will require significant and fundamental changes to health care delivery. How do we decide what changes to drive towards and how do we execute to those changes? This is the work that Fairview Health Services is undertaking and will be described in this session. |
| 2:25 - 2:40 pm | Networking Break |
| 2:40 - 3:15 pm | Access Improvement Approaches at Allina Bill Evanas, VP, Operations, Allina |
| 3:40 - 3:55 pm | Networking Break |
| 3:55 - 4:55 pm | From Chaos to Clarity: Strategies for Leading Through Change and Uncertainty Michael Sorrell, President, Paul Quinn College When Dr. Michael Sorrell accepted the position of president of Paul Quinn College, the future of the school remained in the balance. Graduation rates were low, academic standards had plummeted, and there was almost no money left for the school to operate. Despite uncertainty lurking at every corner, Dr. Sorrell succeeded in communicating his vision to the Paul Quinn community, and the school is now pointed to as an example of academic excellence among HBCUs and small colleges. In this talk, Dr. Sorrell focuses specifically on the challenges of leading through change and times of uncertainty. Drawing from his own experiences leading at Paul Quinn College, Dr. Sorrell offers valuable strategies for managing resistance, overcoming obstacles, and seizing opportunities for growth and transformation amid the complexities and disruption that exist all around us. He inspires leaders to embrace the unknown, lead with empathy, and drive positive change within their organizations and communities. |
| 6:15 pm | Bus Loading |
| 6:20 - 6:30 pm | Travel to Evening Networking Event |
| 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Evening Networking Event |
| 7:15 - 8:00 am | Networking Breakfast |
| 8:00 - 9:00 am | Strategic APP Integration: Executive Frameworks for Optimizing Utilizations Speakers: Kim Gecsi, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Froedtert ThedaCare Health; Amanda Rumpke, DNP, APRN-CNP, System Director Advanced Practice, Bon Secours Mercy Health; & TBD CEO/President APPs now represent 41% of the provider workforce, yet most large health systems struggle with inconsistent utilization across specialties and persistent scope-of-practice disagreements. This strategic panel brings CEO, CMO, and APP executive perspectives on transforming APP integration from a departmental staffing tactic to enterprise competitive advantage. Learn governance frameworks, clinical integration models, and career pathway infrastructure that drive optimal APP utilization and retention in organizations with 1,000+ physicians. |
| 9:15 - 9:30 am | Networking Break |
| 9:30 - 10:15 am | Lightning Round: Comp Designs and Structures Compensation design remains a critical lever for physician recruitment, retention, and alignment with organizational strategy. The question is: how does your model compare to everyone else's? In this lightning round, hear from fellow executives as they share their real compensation designs in rapid-fire 5-minute presentations. What's driving results? What's not working? What are they changing? This is your chance to benchmark against and gain comparative insights into what your peers are doing. |
| 10:30 - 10:45 am | Networking Break |
| 10:45 - 11:45 am | AI (Group Work Session) Healthcare organizations are at various stages of AI adoption, each facing unique challenges and opportunities. In this interactive session, we'll share real-world AI scenarios (from attendees) and the roadblocks that are being encountered —whether technical, cultural, or financial. At peer-driven table discussions, you'll tackle these challenges together, share practical strategies, and learn from organizations further along in their AI journey. This is your opportunity to move beyond theoretical AI discussions and engage with the concrete realities of implementation with leaders facing similar challenges. |
| 11:45 - 11:50 am | Wrap-Up and Adjourn Rick Bone, MD, Senior Medical Director, Population Health, Advocate Health |
Networking Reception and Dinner
The Executive Summit has a tradition of providing a memorable dining experience where attendees can more easily connect with one another on a personal level. Past locations include Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Penske Racing Museum, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, National World War II Museum, and more.
Our January location will be announced soon...
Private Online Discussion Board
To help facilitate the networking before (and after) the meeting, a private online community connects attendees with all registrants for the upcoming and prior meetings. In addition to being a repository of prior presentations, members can ask each other questions, share insights, and offer content suggestions for hot topics and future meeting.
Registration
Your event registration gives you access to all activities during the Summit – from the welcome reception to the networking dinner. Spouses are welcome to join attendees for the reception on Wednesday and networking dinner on Thursday for an additional fee.
Rates
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Registration: $750
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Spouse add-on: $225
Three ways to register
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Scan/email the registration form with credit card payment to Adam Powers at apowers@amga.org
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Mail the registration form and check (payable to AMGA) or credit card payment to:
AMGA Executive Summit
One Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-3318
Cancellation requests must be sent to AMGA in writing by Wednesday, January 7, 2026, to receive a refund less a $100 processing fee. Requests received after January 7, 2026, AMGA will review on a case-by-case basis.
Hotel and Meeting Venue
400 West River Street
Savannah, GA 31401
912-373-9100
The AAA Four Diamond JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is located in the heart of historic Savannah on the Savannah riverfront, with countless activities a short walk away. Once Savannah’s iconic power plant, the Plant Riverside District now represents the beauty of progress and one of the most unique Savannah historic district hotels. Their three unique buildings are enriched in history, from chic architecture in the Power Plant to romantic styling in the Three Muses and contemporary maritime details in the Atlantic. Complete your experience with a relaxing massage at the hotel spa before you enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the entertainment district.
- Room Rate: $299/night
- Reservation Deadline: Friday, December 12. The discounted rate and availability cannot be guaranteed after this date.
Our meeting location is about 80 mintues away from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). To make your travel experience as smooth as possible, AMGA is providing complimentary transportation between the airport and hotel. After you book your flight, please submit your itinerary to AMGA via this link. To have AMGA take care of your transportation in Napa, all itineraries must be shared by Monday, June 9. If you have any questions, please contact Adam Powers at apowers@amga.org or (703) 838-0033 ext. 342.
Dress is business casual. Please be advised that meeting rooms may be air-conditioned; a sweater or jacket is recommended for your comfort. Depending on the weather, some networking or meal functions may take place outdoors, so please plan accordingly. More information will be shared with attendees ahead of the meeting.
Questions?
Contact Joe DeLisle, Director of Council Relations, at jdelisle@amga.org or 703.838.0033 ext. 355.
Advocate Health
Atrium Health
Banner Medical Group
Baylor, Scott, & White
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Cleveland Clinic
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
CommonSpirit Health
Corewell Health
Duly Health and Care
Emory Clinic
Froedtert Medical College of Wisconsin
Geisinger
HCA Healthcare
HealthPartners Care Group
Henry Ford Medical Group
Houston Methodist
Intermountain Medical Group
IU Health Physicians
Jefferson Health
Johns Hopkins Univ., Clinical Practice Association
Lehigh Valley Physician Group
MaineHealth
Mayo Clinic
Mercy
Michigan Medicine
Montefiore Medical Center
MultiCare
Northwell Health
Novant Health
Ochsner
Optum Health
Permanente
Privia
Sanford Health
SSM Health
Sutter Health
Trinity Health
UNC Health Care
UnityPoint Clinic
University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group
UVA Health
UW Health
Vanderbilt Medical Group
Wake Forest Baptist Health
WellSpan