Healthcare Workforce Collaboratory
Future Forward: Aligning Healthcare Education, Policy & Workforce
Dec. 9, 2025 | The Campbell House, Lexington
Registration is now open for the third annual Healthcare Workforce Collaboratory, which will bring together Kentucky’s most influential healthcare leaders, policy experts, educators, and workforce partners for a day of action you won’t want to miss.
This powerful, in-person-only event is designed to tackle one of the state’s most pressing issues — the healthcare staffing crisis — with fresh ideas, proven strategies, and cross-sector collaboration. From exploring the often-overlooked needs of non-clinical staff to addressing the looming impact of Medicaid changes, every session is built to spark solutions and inspire immediate action. If you play a role in healthcare or education in Kentucky, this is where the conversations that shape the future will happen.
Beyond the engaging sessions, the Collaboratory offers exclusive networking opportunities and a celebratory luncheon honoring Healthcare Workforce Investment Fund awardees — a chance to connect with the innovators leading workforce transformation across the state. Seats are limited, and the insights shared here will help determine how Kentucky builds and sustains its healthcare talent pipeline for years to come. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the solution — register now and help shape the future of Kentucky’s healthcare workforce.
Featured Speaker
Dr. Katherine Meese
With fifteen years of experience in healthcare management, leadership, and research, Dr. Meese is an award-winning scholar and author in the field of organizational behavior. Most importantly, she is on a mission to use science to help healthcare leaders keep their people and keep them well. She currently serves as the CEO of HuMargin group, which takes a scientific approach to help healthcare organizations solve their complex human challenges through deep expertise in the healthcare workforce, analytics, research, and training.
Registration
Registration for this year's event is FREE. Please register early because space is limited.
- Date: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025
- Location: The Campbell House, 1375 Broadway Road, Lexington, KY 40504
- Lodging: There is not a lodging block associated with this event; however, rooms can be reserved at the hotel at: https://www.thecampbellhouse.com/accommodations.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding the event, please email heather.faesy@ky.gov.
Last Updated: 9/18/2025