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2026 - Healthcare Summit
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Advocate
The Healthcare Summit brings together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of healthcare in Southeastern North Carolina and beyond. With a focus on Innovation & Technology, Healthcare Policy & Access, Workforce Development, and Public Health & Regional Growth, the summit aims to position SENC as a key driver of both regional and national healthcare advancement.
Agenda9:30 – 10:00 am – Check-in, Networking
10:00 – 10:05 am – Welcome & Sponsor Remarks
Natalie English, President & CEO, Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
Presenting Sponsor: Novant Health
10:05 - 10:15 am - Remarks from NC AHECHugh Tilson, JD, North Carolina Area Health Education Center (NC AHEC)
10:15 – 11:05 am – Keynote Address
Dr. Devdutta "DEV" Sangvai, NCDHHS Secretary11:10 am – 12:00 pm – Building Capacity and CareLynda Stanley, FACHE, President & CEO, Dosher Memorial Hospital
Laurie Whalin, PharmD, FACHE, President, Novant Health Coastal Region
Jeff James, CEO, Wilmington Health
12:00 – 12:35 pm – Lunch12:40 – 1:30 pm – Medical Education Today and Into The FutureDr. Joe Pino, SVP Medical Education and Research at Novant Health, Executive Director of SEAHEC, Associate Dean and Campus Director for UNC School of Medicine (Wilmington Campus)
Dr. Aswani Volety, Chancellor, University of North Carolina Wilmington
1:30 – 1:40 pm – Closing RemarksNatalie English, President & CEO, Greater Wilmington Chamber of CommerceTickets & Sponsorships
Tickets for Chamber members are $65 and non-members are $75. Tables for members are $650.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Chris Hardy at hardy@wilmingtonchamber.org
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
Lunch is included in the cost of registration.
Lunch Buffet:- Mixed Garden Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF, V)
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad (GF, V)
- Garlic Herb Basmati Rice (GF, V)
- Roasted Seasonal Vegetables with Garlic & Olive Oil (GF, V)
- Grilled Chicken Breast with Garlic & Herb Jus (GF, DF)
- Mediterranean Salmon with Lemon, Capers & Fresh Herbs (GF)
- Pita Wedges & Artisan Dinner Rolls with Butter (Veg)
- Italian Lemon Cream Cake (Veg)
Parking
Registration includes free parking in the Convention Center Parking Deck.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ up to 2.25 (pending approval)
SEAHEC is accredited by the Southern States CME Collaborative to provide continuing medical education for physicians. SEAHEC designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Contact Hours up to 2.25
Contact Hours up to 2.25 This program will provide up to 2.25 contact hours. Contact hours may be submitted to the board by Licensed Clinical Social Workers for continuing education credit approval.Event Sponsors
Advocate
2026 - Healthcare SummitDate and Time
Tuesday Aug 18, 2026
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM EDTLocation
Wilmington Convention Center
Contact Information
Sophie Craddock
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