The 2026 Executive Healthcare Labor & Employment Law Conference is a premier event organized by FordHarrison LLP, a leading management-side labor and employment law firm. This conference is designed to provide healthcare executives, legal professionals, and human resources leaders with in-depth insights into the latest developments in labor and employment law as they pertain to the healthcare industry.
Attendees can expect comprehensive sessions covering a range of critical topics, including recent National Labor Relations Board decisions, effective crisis communication strategies in hospital settings, and evolving labor landscapes. The conference features expert panel discussions with in-house counsel and HR executives from national and regional healthcare companies, facilitated by FordHarrison partners and industry experts.
The event also offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers and industry leaders. Notable speakers include Michelle Abidoye, Chief Labor Relations Officer at Providence; Jon Copley, VP of AI/GenAI Enablement and Model Services at RGA; and Marjorie George, VP of Legal, Labor & Employment and Legal Operations at HCA Healthcare. These sessions are designed to equip attendees with practical knowledge and strategies to navigate the complex legal landscape of the healthcare sector.
This conference is ideal for healthcare executives, legal counsel, HR professionals, and compliance officers seeking to stay informed about the latest labor and employment law trends affecting the healthcare industry. By attending, participants will gain valuable insights and tools to effectively manage workforce policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and minimizing legal risks.
Speakers(18)
Adam Eckstein
Labor & Employment Counsel at LCMC Health
Adam Eckstein serves as Labor & Employment Counsel at LCMC Health, advising on labor relations and employment law issues.
Aidan Ryan
Senior Vice President, Head of Issues & Crisis, North America at We Communications
Aidan Ryan is the Senior Vice President and Head of Issues & Crisis for North America at We Communications.
Corey Franklin
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Corey Franklin serves as a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in St. Louis, advising clients on employment law issues.
DeDe Davenport
Senior Legal Officer - Employment Litigation and Employment Law at University of Texas MD Anderson
DeDe Davenport is the Senior Legal Officer specializing in employment litigation and employment law at the University of Texas MD Anderson.
Ed Richards
Vice President Labor Relations, Chief Labor Relations Counsel at Tenet Healthcare
Ed Richards holds the position of Vice President Labor Relations and Chief Labor Relations Counsel at Tenet Healthcare.
Henry Warnock
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Henry Warnock is a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in Atlanta, advising clients on various employment law matters.
Jill Davis
Managing Counsel at Orlando Health
Jill Davis holds the position of Managing Counsel at Orlando Health, providing legal guidance on various healthcare matters.
Jon Copley
Vice President - AI/GenAI Enablement and Model Services at RGA
Jon Copley is the Vice President of AI/GenAI Enablement and Model Services at RGA, focusing on advancing artificial intelligence capabilities within the organization.
Marjorie George
Vice President - Legal, Labor & Employment and Legal Operations at HCA Healthcare
Marjorie George is the Vice President overseeing Legal, Labor & Employment, and Legal Operations at HCA Healthcare.
Mark Floyd
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Mark Floyd is a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in Nashville, focusing on labor and employment legal matters.
Michelle Abidoye
Chief Labor Relations Officer at Providence
Michelle Abidoye serves as the Chief Labor Relations Officer at Providence, overseeing labor relations strategies and initiatives.
Nichole "Nicki" Hancock
Vice President, Human Resources at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Nichole "Nicki" Hancock is the Vice President of Human Resources at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, leading HR initiatives.
Rob Entin
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Rob Entin is a Partner at FordHarrison LLP, based in Chicago, specializing in labor and employment law.
Roger King
Senior Labor and Employment Counsel at CHRO Association
Roger King serves as Senior Labor and Employment Counsel at the CHRO Association, providing expert legal advice on labor matters.
Sarah Morton
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Sarah Morton is a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in Houston, specializing in employment litigation and counseling.
Scott Medsker
Vice President, Labor & Employee Relations at HCA Healthcare
Scott Medsker is the Vice President of Labor & Employee Relations at HCA Healthcare, managing labor relations strategies.
Tammie Rattray
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Tammie Rattray serves as a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in Tampa, focusing on labor relations and employment law.
Tracey Jaensch
Partner at FordHarrison LLP
Tracey Jaensch is a Partner at FordHarrison LLP in Tampa, with expertise in labor and employment law.
Event Details
- Date
- February 26-27, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Orlando, United States
- Not specified
- Pricing
- Not specified
- Audience
- Healthcare executives, legal counsel, HR professionals, compliance officers
- CLE Credits
- 7.25 CLE hours approved in multiple states, including California, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Florida Bar approved for 8.5 hours, including 1 hour of Technology Credit.
- Attendees
- Not specified