Keynote Speakers

Frederick Morgeson, Ph.D, Professor and Valade Research Scholar
The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Michigan State University and Scientific Advisor, HealthcareSource

Will They Stay or Will They Go Now? Understanding Turnover in Organizations
Often, the healthcare organizations with lower turnover rates utilize science-based, psychologically sound techniques to hire employees who are a better fit for the organization and job – leading to higher retention. Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of the causes of turnover and what to focus on in that critical 90-day period when a new employee starts at their organization. They will be able to apply these principles to their hiring process and learn how to hire for fit in order to increase employee retention.

Donna Wright, MBA, Staff Development Specialist/Consultant
Creative HealthCare Management

Are your Competencies Stifling Professionalism... or Transforming Practice?
Many organizations are getting stuck in the “Spray and Pray” method of competencies -- spray education on everyone and pray that it changes outcomes. Explore some better, exciting ways to create truly excellent teams and improve your patient outcomes through competency assessment and talent management.

Mary Feeley, CSP is The Provocateur

The Humor Advantage
To survive, succeed, and prosper, all organizations must revive their infrastructure to create a culture that is strong, yet flexible, to meet the ever changing needs of your internal and external clients. This places significant responsibility on you to be a team player that plays well with others, and can constantly adapt, learn and contribute. You will enjoy the perfect blend of humor, honest insight, and real world skills when Mary Feeley unleashes the power of the Humor Advantage.