General Sessions
General Sessions are where the biggest ideas take center stage. Hear from industry leaders, visionaries, and changemakers as they tackle the challenges shaping healthcare finance.
The 80th Celebration: Where Legacy Meets What’s Next
Sunday, June 7| 4:00 – 5:30 pm EST
Board of Directors Award honoring Dennis Dahlen, Chair Installation by Kiran Batheja, and Fireside Chat Keynote featuring Matt Cox and Tina Freese Decker with Joe Fifer as moderator.
Matt Cox, FHFMA, CPA
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Corewell Health
Chair, 2026–2027 National Chair, HFMA Board of Director
Tina Freese Decker, MHA, MSIE, FACHE
President & Chief Executive Officer,
Corewell Health
Joe Fifer
Board of Trustees Chair of Altarum Institute, Board Member of Corewell Health, Past President and Chief Executive Officer of HFMA
Kiran Batheja, FHFMA
Director, Patient Registration & Financial Counseling, University Hospital,
2025–2026 National Chair, HFMA Board of Directors
Dennis Dahlen, FHFMA, CPA
Chief Financial Officer,
Mayo Clinic
Ann Jordan HFMA President & CEO, Keynote & Panel
Monday, June 8 | 10:30 – 11:00 am EST
CEO Keynote Address featuring C. Ann Jordan on the future of healthcare finance, followed by Casey Mulligan and a panel discussion on financial sustainability, policy reform, and emerging technologies featuring Scott Hawig, Mike Marks, Seema Verma, and Jason Wolf.
Update from HHS: Economic and Regulatory Priorities
Monday, June 8 | 11 – 11:10 am EST
As healthcare organizations navigate increasing financial pressures and a rapidly evolving policy environment, understanding federal priorities has never been more important. In this session, Casey Mulligan, PhD, Chief Economist and Chief Regulatory Officer at HHS, will provide insights into the department's economic and regulatory agenda and discuss key developments that may impact healthcare organizations, patients, and the broader healthcare system.
Casey B. Mulligan, PhD
Chief Economist and Chief Regulatory Officer at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Reimagining Healthcare Financial Sustainability: From Cost Containment to Vitality
Monday, June 8 | 11:10 – 12:00 pm EST
Join Ann Jordan, President & CEO of HFMA, for a cross-sector dialogue with national leaders in policy, finance, and technology as they deliberate what the future of healthcare must become to advance affordability, access, and better outcomes for all. Panelists will explore how payment and policy reform, evolving employer and consumer expectations, and emerging technologies such as AI are reshaping financial strategy and reshuffling the influential forces transforming healthcare.
Scott Hawig, CHFP, CPA
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, BJC Health System, Secretary/Treasurer HFMA Board of Directors
Mike Marks
EVP & CFO, HCA Healthcare
Casey B. Mulligan, PhD
Chief Economist and Chief Regulatory Officer at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Seema Verma
Executive Vice President and General Manager, Oracle Health and Life Sciences
Jason Wolf
President & Chief Executive Officer, The Beryl Institute
C. Ann Jordan, JD
President & Chief Executive Officer, HFMA
What’s Ahead for Healthcare
Tuesday, June 9 | 10:30 – 11:00 am EST
Before Tuesday's keynote, join Dennis Dahlen and Ratings Company Leaders for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare leaders today.
Kevin Holloran
Senior Director and the Sector Leader of the Not-for-Profit Healthcare Group, Fitch Ratings
Dan Steingert
Vice President and Senior Credit Officer, Moody’s Investors Service
Dennis Dahlen, FHFMA, CPA
Chief Financial Officer, Mayo Clinic
Future Economy: Impact on Healthcare
Tuesday, June 9 | 11 – 12:00 pm EST
Gain insight into the economic forces influencing healthcare’s future. Andrew Busch shares perspectives on market trends, risks, and opportunities shaping the industry ahead.
Andrew Busch
Economic Futurist; Former CMIO, U.S. Government; Author
Built to Win: Thriving Through Change, Pressure, and Complexity
Wednesday, June 10 | 10:30 – 11:30 am EST
Closing Keynote featuring Emmitt Smith on championship mindset, leadership, and sustained performance in high-pressure environments.
Emmitt Smith
Pro Football Hall of Fame Running Back, Speaker and Entrepreneur