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Schedule
This training is designed to be highly interactive, encouraging participants to fully engage throughout the training. Attendees will take part in group exercises, discussions, and problem-solving activities that promote collaboration, practical skill development, and the confidence to apply what they've learned in their daily work.
Please Note: This training does not qualify for continuing education credits.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Welcome and Introductions
Julie Kass, Vice President and Chief Counsel Walmart Health & Wellness, Walmart Health & Wellness
Michelle Johnson-Tidjani, SEVP, Chief Administrative Officer, Commonspirit Health
Greg Matis, EVP/Chief Legal Officer, Intermountain Health
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Attendee Introductions
Julie Kass, Vice President and Chief Counsel Walmart Health & Wellness, Walmart Health & Wellness
Michelle Johnson-Tidjani, SEVP, Chief Administrative Officer, Commonspirit Health
Greg Matis, EVP/Chief Legal Officer, Intermountain Health
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
In-House Counsel Lens 101
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Lunch Break
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Building Trust with Group Activity
Kristin Carter, Senior Counsel, Johns Hopkins Health System
Adam Kent, Head of Legal – Healthcare, Rula
Melinda Hatton, former General Counsel, American Hospital Association
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Governance Basics
Michelle Johnson-Tidjani (Moderator), SEVP, Chief Administrative Officer, Commonspirit Health
Rob Gerberry, Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, Summa Health System
Michael Peregrine, McDermott Will & Schulte LLP
Thursday, January 22, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Financial Basics for In-House Counsel
Greg Matis, EVP/Chief Legal Officer, Intermountain Health
Clay Ashdown, Chief Financial Officer, Intermountain Health
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Managing Outside Counsel
Tom Donohoe, Hall Render
Tom Karnes, Chief Legal Officer, PeaceHealth
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Compliance vs Legal
Nima Davis Executive Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer, Commonspirit Health
Howard Hacker, Legal, Compliance and Risk Leader, Walmart
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch Break
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Legal Operations
Stacy Bratcher, Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Charity Elmer, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, CoxHealth
Allison Petersen, General Counsel, Integris Health
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Break
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Executive Communication and the Client with Group Activity
Julie Kass, Vice President and Chief Counsel Walmart Health & Wellness, Walmart Health & Wellness
Brian Setzer, CEO, Newport Health Care