Becker’s 4th Annual Spring Payer Issues Panel – “How Health Plans Can Lead the Next Wave of Change”

April 14, 2026
1:20 pm – 2:00 pm CDT

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Acapulco (West Tower, Ballroom Level)
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States

Presenters:

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Michael Ellis

Vice President, Corporate Development, Blue Shield of California

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Krista Schonrock

Medical Director, SelectHealth, Inc.

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Heather Tamborino

Chief Financial Officer, EmblemHealth

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Mark Miller

Senior Vice President, Enterprise Solutions, Naviant

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If asked, what is the first step you would take to drive change in 2026 for healthcare payers? Join the elite health plan team of executives during a panel discussion to hear their insights on how innovation, leadership, and agility can drive change. The speakers will share strategies for how to increase impact, reduce costs, and enhance the overall role of the healthcare payer.

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