Specialized Programming
Leadership Health Care (LHC) provides specialized programming to help emerging healthcare leaders develop in their careers. Each quarter, LHC participants hone their leadership skills, advance their industry knowledge and connect with a strong network of peers while engaging in special Council programming, specifically designed to support emerging healthcare executives within our Council member companies.
Cohorts
LHC Cohorts provide members the opportunity to participate in a peer mentoring program facilitated by an experienced healthcare executive. Throughout six cohort sessions, participants discuss substantive topics around a common focus area to enhance their knowledge and leadership skills.
LHC cohorts meet in Nashville once a month for the 6-month period. Participants are expected to attend in person for each of the sessions.
Apply here from October 28th through November 13th to be considered for our Spring 2026 LHC Finance Cohort:
Mentor, John Murdock, Principal, Strategic Planning at Shore Capital Partners, will lead discussions around how financial decisions shape growth and impact across the industry. Throughout guest speaker conversations with investors, finance leaders, and executives, participants will gain insight around evaluating opportunities, allocating capital, and driving value creation within healthcare organizations.
Executive Briefings
The LHC Executive Briefing series offers LHC members the opportunity to hear from experienced local executives who share their expertise on the soft skills needed to be a leader and influencer. Past speakers include:
- Cindy Baier, President & CEO, Brookdale Senior Living
- David Dill, Chairman & CEO, Lifepoint Health
- Eric Evans, CEO, Surgery Partners
- J.R. Greene, CEO, Psychiatric Medical Care
- Tammy Hawes, CEO & Founder, Virsys12
- Sam Hazen, CEO, HCA Healthcare
- Aaron Lewis, EVP, Growth & Integrated Solutions, Lifepoint Health
- Dee Anna Smith, CEO, Sarah Cannon
Industry Tours
LHC Industry Tours offer on-the-ground views of industry and nonprofit services within the Nashville healthcare ecosystem. Previous Industry Tours have included Faith Family Medical Center, Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, and Siloam Health.
Small Group Coffees
LHC Small Group Coffees allow members to meet monthly and collaborate across healthcare industry sectors. Register today for the 2025–2026 Small Group Coffees that will run from August 2025 through January 2026.
Meet the LHC Advisory Board
This virtual program series imparts insights from Advisory board members as they candidly speak about their careers and much more.
Next-Gen Social
Next-Gen Socials provide new members the opportunity to connect with each other along with LHC Advisory board members.
Summer Reception
The Summer Receptions, hosted by the LHC Advisory Board, is a signature event that celebrates the Council community and the connections that drive Nashville’s healthcare industry. Hosted by the LHC Advisory Board, these gatherings bring together healthcare leaders from across the city for meaningful networking, conversation, and collaboration. Each event offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, strengthen relationships, and celebrate the shared impact of Nashville’s healthcare community.
*Annual membership does not include registration fees for certain LHC events. LHC events are open to current LHC members.
Get Involved
Apply to Join the LHC Advisory Board
Leadership Health Care (LHC) is guided by an advisory group of nearly 20 emerging leaders representing diverse sectors across Nashville’s healthcare and professional services landscape. Appointed to serve our NextGen Leader audience, these board members help strengthen and expand the city’s $97 billion healthcare industry. These advisors also drive the Council’s mission by developing educational, networking, and mentorship opportunities that support a growing community of NextGen Leaders.
Other Ways To Get Involved:
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Host a Small Group Coffee
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Serve as a Greeter at Council events