Schedule
The Orthopedic industry is changing! It's more important than ever to know and understand the business side so you can control your future.
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2024 Keynote Speakers
Opening Keynote
Dr. Ivan Joseph
Building A High-Performance Team
Dr. Ivan Joseph inspires people and teams to achieve more than they dreamed. Ivan is proof that when we help others succeed, we succeed too.
His TEDx Talk has over 19 million views, which speaks to the impact he has on people. Forbes named it one of The Ten Best TED Talks About The Meaning of Life.
As Director of Athletics at Ryerson University in Toronto, Ivan led the athletic program to national prominence. Along with being an in-demand speaker, consultant and coach, Ivan contributes regularly to publications including the Huffington Post and The Globe and Mail.
Closing Keynote
Sarita Maybin
Say What You Mean In A Nice Way
Sarita Maybin shows her audiences how to transform uncomfortable conversations into constructive communication. With real stories, real solutions and a relatable presence, she breaks down barriers to reveal how to work together better.
Raised as a “military brat” moving from country to country, Sarita mastered how to make fast friends and finesse stressful situations. She quickly learned that it wasn’t just what you say, but how you say it that matters.
Sarita has spoken in all 50 states and 10 countries--including Iceland--making a positive impact globally and giving back to her community locally. She has presented on the prestigious TEDx stage, she is a past president of the San Diego chapter of the National Speakers Association and she served for six years on the board of her local YMCA.
Schedule
Agenda At a Glance
Day 1
FRI, 26 APRIL, 2024
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM CDT
Registration Open
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM CDT
Exhibitor Set Up
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
Speed Meetings (separate registration required)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM CDT
Coffee Break
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Group Discussions by Practice Size
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
The Hive Welcome Event
4:15 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM CDT
President and Volunteer Reception (by invitation only)
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM CDT
State Receptions (by invitation only)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
The Hive Networking & Coffee
Day 2
SAT, 27 APRIL, 2024
Carnival Day
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CDT
Continental Breakfast
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CDT
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM CDT
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM CDT
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
The Hive Meetup
Registration Open
Concurrent Educational Sessions
Opening Keynote & Member Business Meeting
11:15 AM - 4:30 PM CDT
Exhibit Hall Open
11:15 AM - 1:15 PM CDT
Networking & Lunch Buffet in the Exhibit Hall
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM CDT
Group Discussion by Topic
5:15 PM - 6:30 PM CDT
Carnival Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Day 3
SUN, 28 APRIL, 2024
Charity Day
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CDT
Continental Breakfast
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CDT
The Hive Meetup
8:00 AM - 4:15 PM CDT
Registration Open
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM CDT
Exhibit Hall Open
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM CDT
Coffee & Networking in the Exhibit Hall
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
IGNITE General Sessions and Awards
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Networking & Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
1:30 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Exhibitor Tear Down
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
Coffee Break
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
The Hive Meetup
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT
Explore Chicago!
Day 4
MON, 29 APRIL, 2024
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM CDT
Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Registration Open
8:30 AM - 9:00 PM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM CDT
Concurrent Educational Sessions
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM CDT
Closing Keynote and Prizes
11:15 AM CDT
Enjoy Chicago!
Unique Session Formats
Nuts & Bolts
Provide the tools and resources to perform the day-to-day operations required for your job—the “nuts and bolts” you need to succeed. After attending these sessions, you will be able to apply the information learned immediately.
Strategic
Designed for practice executives planning growth and positioning, or who are looking to address an issue within their practice. Learn what is needed to create a strategic plan to move your practice forward in the coming year. After attending these sessions, you will have the knowledge and tools to go back to your office and develop a strategy specific to your practice’s needs.
On The Horizon
Prepare for new initiatives that are coming. These “hot topic” trends may be frequently talked about, but only a few practices have begun implementing them. Learn about these emerging trends and how to prepare from practices who have already started. Make sure you are ready for these changes and learn how they will affect your practice.
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Ignite Sessions
A unique learning experience that’s equal parts education and entertainment! Held as a General Session, Ignite sessions are designed to spark new ideas and creativity. Speakers will present on a variety of topics in just five minutes, and their PowerPoint slides are timed to auto-advance to ensure they keep up!