RED Labor Summit 2026
Leading in the Midst of Change
Building Trust. Inspiring Change.
September 30 – October 2, 2026 · The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
About the RED Labor Summit
Shaping the Future Through Collaboration
September 30 – October 2, 2026 | The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
RED is an intimate, all-inclusive executive forum bringing together senior healthcare leaders to address today’s workforce challenges. Through industry insights and private peer exchange, attendees gain practical strategies and meaningful connections.
All applications are reviewed to maintain a highly curated executive audience.
Reflect. Exchange. Define.
Designed for senior healthcare leaders, RED brings together practical workforce insight and candid executive conversation. You’ll have time to reflect, exchange ideas with peers, and define clear next steps.
Learn from Experts
Gain insights from leading workforce researchers and healthcare executives.
Private Executive Networking
Connect with senior leaders in a candid, closed-door environment.
Gain New Insights
Learn from real-world case studies and shared executive experiences.
Discover New Strategies
Explore innovative solutions and forward-looking workforce approaches.
RED guests at Welcome Reception
Speakers & Cohosts
Meet the Voices of RED
Our keynote speakers and executive cohosts leading meaningful dialogue on workforce strategy.
Stefanie Beavers, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Chief Nursing Officer
Mamoon Syed
Senior Vice President, Chief People Officer
David Auerbach, Ph.D.
Senior Director for Research and Cost Trends
Leaders Who've Joined Us
Linda Alderson
Chief Nursing Officer
West Pierce – MultiCare Health System
Vickey Allen
VP/Chief Nursing Officer
Howard University Hospital
Jess Almeida
Chief Nursing Officer
Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital
Kim Anthony
Chief HR Consultant / Director of HR
Burke Health
Laura Atkinson
Chief People Officer
UofL Health
Stefanie Beavers
Chief Nurse Executive
OU Health
Sarah Blenner
Director of Talent Acquisition and Career Development and Advancement
Monument Health
Robbie Brown
Vice President, Operations, Physician Alliance
Hackensack Meridian Health
Crystal Carey
Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
Humboldt Park Health
Anna Cazes
VP, Chief Nursing Officer
CENTRA Health
Kasey Crownover
VP, Chief Nursing Officer
CENTRA Health
Kyle Davison
Vice President, Industrial Engineering
Jefferson Health
Tammy Diamond-Wells
VP of Patient Care Services
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Diane Drexler
Chief Nursing Officer
Community Memorial Healthcare
Anne Durias
Director of Nursing, Renaissance SNF
Sibley Memorial Hospital
Kelly Edmondson
SVP, Nursing & Patient Care
Orlando Health
Melinda Fagan
Market Chief HR Executive
Ascension
Jeremy Falke
Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Joy Fortin
Director of Nursing Operations
Logan Health
Colleen Harper
Vice President, HR
Orlando Health
Barb Hespen
System CNO
Monument Health
Jessica Huffman
Vice President, System Nursing Strategies
WVU Medicine/Center for Nursing Excellence
Kristin Johnson
Assistant Vice President - System Nursing Services
MultiCare Health System
Dawn Keiley
Chief Nursing Officer
Good Samaritan University Hospital – St. Charles Campus
Tracey Kiesau
VP, Nursing Administration and Advanced Practice, Clinical Assistant Professor, OU Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing
OU Health
Levi King
Vice President, HR Strategy & Performance
OU Health
Tammy King-Jones
Chief Nursing Officer, Associate Vice Chancellor for Patient Care Services & Clinical Operations
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Corey Leber
Vice President, Patient Care Services/CNO
ProMedica Toledo Hospital
Pat Lecroy
Division III Chief Nursing Officer
Lifepoint Health
Sundey Leighty
Senior Contract Labor Partner
Billings Clinic - Logan Health
Caren Lewis
System Vice President and System Chief Nursing Executive
MultiCare Health System
Duke Lim
Chief Nursing Officer, Adult Division
OU Health
Daniel Listi
President
Baptist Health Princeton Hospital
Austin Neese
VP, Human Resources
Logan Health
Melissa Patton
Chief Nursing Officer
Summit BHC
Kerry Sherman
Talent Acquisition Supervisor
Billings Clinic - Logan Health
Brandy Slade
Chief Nursing Officer
Overlake Medical Center & Clinics
Mamoon Syed
Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Michele Szkolnicki
SVP and Chief Nursing Officer
Penn State Health, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Hussein Tahan
CNO & System VP, Nursing Professional Dev., Workforce Mgmt., and Academic Affairs
MedStar Health
Amy Vanterpool
VP, Chief Nursing Officer
Logan Health Medical Center and Logan Health Whitefish
Heather West
CNO
McLeod Health
Colby Wilson
Director Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition
Arkansas Children's
What to Expect
The RED 2026 Agenda
Day 1 | September 30, 2026
RED2026 Attendee Reception and Dinner
Kick off RED2026 with an evening of connection and conversation. Join fellow attendees for dinner, networking, and a relaxed start to an energizing few days ahead.
- Lakeside Terrace
- 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Day 2 | October 1, 2026
Networking Breakfast
Kick off RED with breakfast and connection. Meet fellow attendees and start the day in great company.
- West Ballroom
- 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Welcome & Introductions
Open RED with a brief welcome and introductions as we set the tone for the days ahead.
- West Ballroom
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:20 a.m.
Keynote Session – Adapting to Change: Nursing Workforce Trends Shaping Healthcare’s Future
Join nationally recognized health economist David Auerbach, Ph.D., as he explores the evolving nursing workforce and the trends shaping healthcare’s future. He will share data-driven insights on workforce supply, cost pressures, and care delivery, offering practical perspective for leaders navigating a changing healthcare landscape.
- West Ballroom
- 8:20 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Break
Take a moment to refresh and connect with peers before the next session.
- West Ballroom
- 9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Ideas in Action – Building What’s Next: Modern Pipeline Strategies for Healthcare Leadership
Join experts as they discuss innovative approaches to developing the next generation of healthcare leaders. This session will highlight strategies for talent pipeline growth, succession planning, and preparing teams for the future of healthcare.
- West Ballroom
- 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Ideas in Action – Stay Strategies: What Truly Drives Workforce Commitment
Hear from leaders as they explore the strategies that truly influence workforce commitment and long-term retention. This session will highlight real-world approaches that strengthen engagement, loyalty, and organizational stability.
- West Ballroom
- 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a fully hosted lunch with time to recharge and connect. A relaxed opportunity to continue conversations and exchange insights with fellow attendees.
- West Terrace
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Featured Speaker – Behind the Curtain: Double Jeopardy in Healthcare Staffing
Join James Quick for an interactive Double Jeopardy-style session that brings healthcare workforce data to life. Through real stats and insights, this engaging presentation highlights the depth of the data and the value it delivers.
- West Terrace
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Flexible Time for Attendees
Take advantage of flexible time to recharge and enjoy the resort. Whether connecting with peers or taking in the surroundings, this is your time to relax and reset.
- Resort
- 2:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Reception
Join us for a reception designed for connection and conversation. Enjoy light bites and drinks while building relationships with fellow attendees.
- Cheyenne Lodge
- 6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner
Join us for a fully hosted dinner featuring great food and meaningful conversation. An opportunity to relax, connect, and continue the dialogue outside of sessions.
- Cheyenne Lodge
- 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Day 3 | October 2, 2026
Networking Breakfast
Close out RED with one final breakfast together. Connect with fellow attendees, reflect on key takeaways, and enjoy a final opportunity to strengthen the relationships and conversations.
- West Ballroom
- 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Legacy of Leadership Award
Celebrate an inspiring leader as we present the Legacy of Leadership Award. This special moment recognizes an individual whose impact, mentorship, and commitment to advancing healthcare leadership have left a lasting mark on the industry.
- West Ballroom
- 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Ideas in Action – Stacking the Bench: How Flexible Staffing Layers Strengthen Coverage
Hear from healthcare executives as they explore how flexible staffing layers can strengthen coverage and support a more resilient workforce. Panelists Daniel Hudson, Kelley Hamby, and Cathy Watson share practical strategies and real-world insights.
- West Ballroom
- 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Break
Take a moment to refresh and connect with peers before the next session.
- West Ballroom
- 9:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Cross-Functional Executive Panel – Systemwide Workforce Strategy During Financial Transformation
Healthcare leaders come together to discuss how organizations align workforce strategy with financial transformation. Panelists Hussein Tahan, Sharla Baenen, LaDonna Johnston, and Sharon Pappas share perspectives on navigating systemwide change while supporting the workforce.
- West Ballroom
- 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Closing Remarks
As RED comes to a close, join us for final reflections and key takeaways from the conversations, insights, and connections shared throughout the event.
- West Ballroom
- 10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Moments From RED
A look back at the summit.
From candid executive panels to sunset receptions at The Broadmoor, RED brings healthcare leaders together for connection that lasts well beyond the summit.
What Leaders Say About RED
It’s been an incredible experience. RED has provided a unique opportunity to really form intimate professional collaboration with leading thinkers across our country.
This is the only conference I am a part of where we truly work alongside chief nursing executives, HR professionals, and operational leaders—hearing how different organizations are addressing shared challenges through different lenses.
Thank you to the SimpliFi team for creating a space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. I’m leaving inspired and energized to bring these ideas back home and continue doing the work that matters!
This was by far one of the best conferences I have attended. It is an incredible collaboration and connection opportunity for executives. I highly recommend it!
Proud, grateful, and humbled to have the opportunity to be a part of this event and to learn from some of the greatest minds in our fields.
It was a privilege to be part of such a thoughtful conversation and to learn alongside leaders who are all working to strengthen the healthcare workforce. I’m grateful to SimpliFi for the opportunity and the dialogue.
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Labor Summit 2026
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