CEO & COO Exclusive Session | The State of Our Industry From a Financial and Strategic Perspective

In this comprehensive session, we will explore the current state and future outlook of the not-for-profit hospital industry, providing key insights into its financial performance, revenue and expense trends, and volume fluctuations. We will take a deep dive into the latest capital market trends, including debt issuance in 2025 and early 2026, highlighting the critical factors influencing hospital finances and funding strategies.

The session will examine the ongoing consolidation and growth trends within the healthcare sector, shedding light on what’s to come in 2026 and beyond, as well as the strategic moves hospitals are making to position themselves for the future. Finally, we’ll provide a forward-looking perspective on retail healthcare providers and their evolving strategies, exploring how these providers are changing the competitive landscape and the implications for traditional health systems. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the financial, operational and strategic dynamics shaping not-for-profit hospitals, along with actionable insights on how to navigate the complex challenges ahead.

This session is only open to CEOs and COOs of provider organizations representing hospitals and health systems.