Name
07. Health Equity as a Leadership Imperative
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 2:10 PM - 2:50 PM
Speakers
Michelle Majerus, MBA, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Avera Holy Family Hospital
Jill Wiedemann-West, MA, Chief Executive Officer, People Incorporated Mental Health Services
Faimy Vanleeuwen, RN, BSN,CPPS, CPHQ, Regional Director, Quality, Baptist Health South Florida, North Region
Emily Moorhead, President, Macomb Market, Henry Ford Health
Peta-Ann Anderson, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Officer, Jackson North Medical Center
Jill Wiedemann-West, MA, Chief Executive Officer, People Incorporated Mental Health Services
Faimy Vanleeuwen, RN, BSN,CPPS, CPHQ, Regional Director, Quality, Baptist Health South Florida, North Region
Emily Moorhead, President, Macomb Market, Henry Ford Health
Peta-Ann Anderson, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Officer, Jackson North Medical Center
Description
This panel will explore why advancing health equity is a core leadership priority for today’s healthcare executives. Leaders will discuss strategies for addressing disparities, embedding equity into operations, and measuring impact. Attendees will gain insights into building more inclusive, equitable organizations that improve outcomes for all communities.
Location Name
Grand Suite 3 (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Topic Tag
Clinical, Health Equity, Leadership, Leadership & Strategy, Operations, Technology, Workforce