Name
9. Beyond Checkboxes: How Diversity Drives Better Tech
Date & Time
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 1:20 PM - 2:00 PM
Speakers
John P. Donohue, Vice President, Entity Services, Penn Medicine
Jason M. Raidbard, MPA, Executive Administrator, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, UChicago Medicine and Biological Sciences
Marcus Speaker, MD, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer, Carilion Clinic
Jason M. Raidbard, MPA, Executive Administrator, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, UChicago Medicine and Biological Sciences
Marcus Speaker, MD, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer, Carilion Clinic


Description
This session will explore the critical role of diversity in building innovative and effective health IT teams. How do diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives contribute to solving complex challenges and drive creativity in technology development? The session will dive into this question and highlight strategies for recruiting, retaining, and empowering talent from underrepresented groups. Attendees will gain actionable insights on leveraging diversity as a catalyst for stronger collaboration, improved decision-making, and better patient outcomes.
Session Type
Panel