Wilmington Chamber East Coast Healthcare Summit

Name: Wilmington Chamber East Coast Healthcare Summit
Start: 2025-10-28T07:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-28T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Schedule

Tue Oct 28 2025 at 07:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Wilmington, NC

The East Coast Healthcare Summit will bring together healthcare industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of healthcare in Southeastern NC and beyond. With a focus on Innovation & Technology, Healthcare Policy & Access, Workforce Development, and Public Health & Regional Growth, the summit seeks to also position SENC as a driver of regional and national healthcare advancement.

Agenda
7:30 AM – 8:15 AM | Registration & Breakfast
Light breakfast and networking to kick off the day.
8:15 AM – 8:30 AM | Opening Activity: Healthcare Pulse
An interactive start to the summit, setting the tone for collaboration and innovation.
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Welcome & Vision
A vision-setting session highlighting the region’s unique role in shaping healthcare’s future.
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Session 1: Lightning Talks — Growing the SENC Healthcare Workforce
Rapid, impactful insights from regional workforce leaders on building a strong healthcare pipeline.
Featured Speakers
New Hanover Healthcare Career Partnership
Natalie English — President & CEO, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Steven Hill — Vice President, Talent Pipeline Development, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Jack Watson II, Ph.D. — Dean, College of Health and Human Services, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Dr. Mary E. Naylor — Dean of Health Sciences, Cape Fear Community College
Mandy Mills — Director, Career & Technical Education, New Hanover County Schools
AHEC & Wilmington Chamber Collaboration
Dr. Joseph Pino, MD, MHA, FACP — Senior Vice President for Medical Education, Novant Health; Executive Director, SEAHEC
Olivia Herndon — Associate Director, Continuing Education, SEAHEC
Dr. Steven Hill — Vice President, Talent Pipeline Development, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Session 2: Policy Spotlight — What’s Changing and Why It Matters
A timely discussion with federal and state experts on new healthcare policies and their implications for organizations and communities.
Confirmed Video Presentation
U.S. Senator Thom Tillis
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Session 3: Innovation in Action
Healthcare executives share strategies for navigating emerging trends, policy shifts, and the transformative role of AI in healthcare delivery.
Confirmed Speakers
Jeff James — Chief Executive Officer, Wilmington Health
Laurie Whalin, PharmD — President, Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center & Acute Care Operations for the Coastal Region, Novant Health
Lynda Stanley, FACHE — President & CEO, Dosher Memorial Hospital
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Session 4: Trending Policies
A look at the most pressing policy issues impacting healthcare organizations today.
Confirmed Speakers
To be Announced
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Session 5: AI in Healthcare Presentation & Lunch
Enjoy lunch while engaging with leading experts on how AI is reshaping clinical care, operations, and decision-making.
Confirmed Speakers
Dr. Kevin Wang — Chief Medical Officer, Suki
Dr. Morris Nguyen — Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Predicate Labs
12:45 PM – 1:00 PM | Closing Remarks
A reflection on the day’s key insights and a call to action for advancing healthcare in Southeastern NC.
Presented by
Natalie English — President & CEO, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
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Who You’ll Meet
The Summit brings together a diverse group of leaders and professionals shaping the future of healthcare, including:
· Healthcare Executives & Administrators
· Medical & Clinical Professionals
· Policy & Government Leaders
· Educators & Workforce Developers
· Innovators & Entrepreneurs
· Public Health Advocates

Suggested Attire
Business Casual – Comfortable yet professional attire is recommended.

Menu
Breakfast and Lunch are included in the cost of registration.

Parking
Details including designated lots and accessibility options will be shared closer to the event.