
ABOUT BREAKTHROUGHS
ABOUT BREAKTHROUGHS

WHY BREAKTHROUGHS?
Connecting the Dots Across Healthcare’s Broad Continuum
Secure your spot in the community that is collectively transforming patient care. From artificial intelligence to supply chain innovations and labor optimization, Breakthroughs 23 is at the intersection of technology, efficiency and, most importantly, patient care. Join us as we fuse these different elements into a cohesive alliance.
Several market dynamics are contributing to a restructuring of the current system of care –policy changes, innovations in virtual care and the imperative to control healthcare costs. We know care will continue to be delivered outside of the four walls of the hospital. For so long, Premier has bifurcated its Acute and Non-acute businesses, both providers and suppliers, to best serve their unique needs.
Speakers
Breakthroughs 23 features a lineup of renowned speakers who will inspire and challenge us to build a better tomorrow. You’ll engage with voices from multiple fields and disciplines – each one adding value and excellence to our healthcare community.

Michael J. Alkire
President & CEO,
Premier Inc.

Soumi Saha, PharmD, JD
Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Premier Inc.

Selma Blair
Award-winning American Actress, Disability Rights Advocate

Craig McKasson
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, Premier Inc.

James Clear
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Atomic Habits, Founder of Habits Academy

Andy Brailo
Chief Customer Officer, Premier Inc.

Lisa Woods
VP Physical & Emotional Wellbeing, Walmart

Joe Machicote
Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Premier Inc.

Leigh Anderson
President of Performance Services, Premier Inc.

Kaycee Kalpin
Chief Marketing Officer, Premier Inc.

David Hargraves
Senior Vice President of Supply Chain, Premier Inc.

Donna Sabol, RN MSN CPHQ
Senior VP, Chief Quality Officer for St. Luke’s University Health Network

Breakthroughs Band
Agenda
Connect the dots that matter. Engage with industry leaders, talk directly to suppliers, participate in panel discussions and hear from world-class keynote speakers – all at Breakthroughs 23.
Day 1:
Tuesday -
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Pre-Conference Meetings
Collaborative And Committee Meetings
12 - 3:30 p.m.
PINC AI™ Learning Lab
2 - 3:30 p.m.
Supplier Exclusive
Building Our Collective Future
2 - 4 p.m.
Solution Spotlights
4 - 5 p.m.
Network
Meet and Greet + Innovation Celebration
5 - 6 p.m.
Opening Session
The Future Is Fusion: Michael J. Alkire + Premier Alliance Excellence Award
6 - 7 p.m.
Network
Meet and Greet + Innovation Celebration
Day 2:
Wednesday -
7 - 7:55 a.m.
Breakfast Session
Supply Chain Stability and Co-Innovation Breakfast
8 - 8:45 a.m.
Thought Leadership
Top Hospitals Sharing Top Secrets
9 - 9:50 a.m.
Supplier Exclusive
Continuum of Care: The Future of Healthcare is Calling
9 - 10 a.m.
CE Sessions
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
PINC AI™ Learning Lab
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Trade Show / Premier Village / Supplier Hot Topic Sessions
1 - 2 p.m.
CE Sessions
2 - 4 p.m.
Supplier Reverse Trade Show
Early Bird Exhibitor Access At 1 p.m.
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
CE Sessions
4 - 5:30 p.m.
General Session
Fusion Of Goals And Results, Featuring Atomic Habits: Craig McKasson, Andy Brailo and James Clear + Premier Trailblazer Award
Day 3:
Thursday -
7 - 7:55 a.m.
Breakfast Session
Evidence-based Advocacy: A Washington, D.C. Update
8 - 8:45 a.m.
Thought Leadership
The Employer's Role In Healthcare Transformation + Premier Trailblazer Award
9 - 10 a.m.
Turning Pain Into Purpose
Lifting Up the Health and Wealth of Communities, A Fireside Chat with Dr. Airica Steed
9 - 10 a.m.
CE Sessions
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
PINC AI™ Learning Lab
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Trade Show / Premier Village / Supplier Hot Topic Sessions
1 - 2 p.m.
CE Sessions
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Continuum of Care Reverse Trade Show
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
CE Sessions
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Closing General Session
Fusion Of Passion And Purpose: Kaycee Kalpin And Selma Blair
+ Premier Cares Award
6 - 9 p.m.
Nashville Night Out
Health and Safety
At Breakthroughs 23, we are committed to the health and safety of all participants, which is why sanitization stations will be provided for attendees in high-traffic areas and masking is optional to each attendee’s comfort level. We strongly encourage COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing prior to attendance.