Beyond the Forecast: Economic Trends, Healthcare Challenges & Boardroom Priorities

Economic uncertainty, rising costs, workforce challenges & technological disruption are reshaping how organizations plan for the future. Nowhere are these pressures more evident than in healthcare, where leaders must balance financial sustainability, innovation, growth & the evolving needs of the communities they serve.

Join NACD Atlanta for a timely conversation featuring an Michael Wolf, Global Economist from Deloitte & Kevin Brown, CEO of Piedmont Healthcare as they explore the intersection of economic forces, healthcare industry challenges, business strategy & board oversight.

Combining a macroeconomic perspective with real-world CEO experience, this discussion will examine how economic trends influence strategic decisions, capital investments, workforce planning & opportunities for growth. Through the lens of healthcare—an industry facing complex financial, operational & technological challenges—attendees will gain insights & practical takeaways relevant to directors across all industries.

Following this discussion, attendees will be able to:

1. Understand key economic trends and emerging risks shaping business performance, with particular attention to their impact on healthcare costs, workforce dynamics, and capital investment.
2. Explore how healthcare leaders navigate economic and operational pressures, balancing financial sustainability, patient access, innovation, and long-term growth.
3. Examine the board's role in overseeing strategy and capital allocation amid economic uncertainty, including evaluating investments in technology, infrastructure, and workforce development.
4. Identify critical questions directors should ask management to strengthen strategic oversight, assess organizational resilience, and identify opportunities for sustainable growth across industries.

Please contact the Chapter for additional event details.