2026 ERN Summit
August 19-20, 2026 | Irving, Texas
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
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12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
Welcome Remarks
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Description
Communicate with confidence while creating meaningful professional connectionsParticipants will explore how internal narratives influence external outcomes and why strategic storytelling skills are essential for influence, relationship-building, conflict management, and leadership presence.Speakers
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Valerie Gordon
Career and Communication Strategist and Founder
Commander-in-She, LLC
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4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Volunteer Event
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Networking Reception
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
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Description
Join us for an insightful session beginning with an overview from HDA’s President and CEO on the organization’s work and impact on behalf of its members, followed by an engaging executive-level career panel. These leaders will share their journeys of growth, offering candid reflections on the pivotal moments, relationships, and decisions that shaped their careers. From building the skills that opened new doors, to learning from setbacks and leading through change, panelists will offer practical wisdom and actionable strategies to help you chart your own path forward. This session will leave you inspired and equipped to build boldly, learn intentionally, and grow without limits.
Speakers
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Chester "Chip" Davis, Jr.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Healthcare Distribution Alliance
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Ammie McAsey
President, Health Systems
McKesson Corporation
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Steven Noetzel
Senior Director, Trade Strategy, and Operations
Johnson & Johnson
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9:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Movement Break
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
No Fluff AI: How to Find Time & Reduce Friction
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Small Group Discussions & Wrap-Up
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12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Adjourn