NASHVILLE, TN | MAY 13-14, 2026
Harmonizing Healthcare: Explore a new frontier in benefits
Hosted by industry leaders in the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) sector, we're orchestrating innovative healthcare solutions that provide flexibility and tailored options for employers and their teams in the heart of Music City.
Speakers
More to come — stay tuned!
- Dr. Emilie R. Bartolucci
- Chief People Officer
- Vista Care
- George Dippel
- President
- Deft Research
- Brian Harmon
- VP of Individual Medical
- The Cason Group
- Craig Hasday
- President, National Employee Benefits Practice
- EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants
- Michelle Jukoski
- SVP, National Employee Benefit Technology Strategy and Operations Leader
- HUB International
- Tom Madden
- Innovation Partner
- iPlanRx
- Robin Paoli
- Executive Director
- The HRA Council
- Katie Roth
- Vice President, Employee Benefits
- HUB International Colorado
- Ray Seaver
- CEO
- zizzl health
- Alan Silver
- President, ICHRA
- Ambetter Health
- Gregory Trotta
- General Manager, ICHRA
- Oscar Health
FIND YOUR RHYTHM
ATTENDING
The 2026 ICHRA Conference offers an opportunity for attendees to:
Engage with visionaries
Hear from leading experts showcasing groundbreaking benefits solutions.
Network among
the best
Participate in networking sessions and one-on-one discussions with ICHRA leaders and peers.
Influence the industry
Join our conference roundtables where your insights help shape the future of healthcare benefits.
READY TO SECURE YOUR SPOT?
Register nowICHRA CONFERENCE HEADLINERS
Venue
Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Local attractions
- Broadway's Legendary Honky-Tonks
- The Grand Ole Opry (15 min drive)
- Ryman Auditorium - The Mother Church of Country Music
Convenient access
Just 15 minutes from Nashville International Airport
YOUR SETLIST
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026
Omni Nashville
12:00 – 1:00 PM | Registration, Welcome & Lunch
Join us for a casual welcome lunch as we kick off the 2nd Annual ICHRA Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
1:00 – 1:45 PM | Thriving in Turbulence: A Candid Discussion on ICHRA Strategies, Successes and Challenges
Michelle Jukoski, HUB | Tom Madden, iPlanRx | Craig Hasday, EPIC | Brian Harmon, The Cason Group
2:00 – 2:45 PM | Breakout Sessions
- The Full Package: Wrapping HSAs & Spending Accounts Around ICHRA — Dawn Mortimer, TASC
- ICHRA 201: Missed Last Year's Conference? Catch Up Here
2:45 – 3:15 PM | Break & Sponsor Table Visits
3:15 – 4:00 PM | Breakout Sessions
- Marketing Case Study: How to Position Your Agency as ICHRA-Forward — Andy Stein, The Worksite Group | Emma Frutkin, Sea Salt & Seltzer
- Broker Roundtable: Wins, Challenges & Next Moves
Dinner at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Exclusive after-hours access! Walk through one of Nashville's most iconic museums, then enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music at our private reception. This special experience is only available to conference attendees.
6:00 – 7:00 PM | Museum Tours
6:30 – 9:00 PM | Cocktails & Dinner
THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026
Thriving in a Changing Benefit World
Country Music Hall of Fame, Event Hall
8:30 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast & Sponsor Table Visits
9:00 – 9:15 AM | Welcome
9:15 – 10:00 AM | Keynote: zizzl and Deft Research Unveil the 2026 ICHRA Report
George Dippel, Deft Research | Ray Seaver, zizzl health
10:00 – 10:30 AM | The Personalization Revolution: Lessons from the Music Industry
Lauren Tingle, Former Apple Music Executive
10:30 – 11:00 AM | Break & Sponsor Table Visits
11:00 – 11:30 AM | Employer Perspective Panel: The Client Experience with ICHRA
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Broker Perspective Panel: ICHRA Market Pulse
12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch & Sponsor Table Visits
1:00 – 1:30 PM | What's Changing on the Healthcare Delivery Side: A Conversation with Dr. Cole Barfield
Cole Barfield, Chief Medical Officer, First Stop Health
1:30 – 1:45 PM | Keynote: Ambetter Health
Alan Silver, President of ICHRA, Ambetter Health
1:45 – 2:15 PM | Carrier Perspective Panel: Market Response and Trends
Alan Silver, Ambetter Health | Greg Trotta, Oscar Health | Michael Daly, Medica
2:15 – 2:45 PM | Break & Sponsor Table Visits
2:45 – 3:15 PM | ICHRA in 2026: Regulatory Updates from The HRA Council
Robin Paoli, Executive Director, The HRA Council
3:15 – 3:45 PM | Capital, Consolidation & the Future of ICHRA
Rebecca Springer & James Metcalf, Bailey & Co
3:45 – 4:00 PM | Closing Remarks
6:00 – 10:00 PM | Honky Tonk Night Out at Luke Combs' Category 10
Experience authentic Nashville nightlife at Luke Combs' Category 10 on Broadway's famous honky tonk strip. Unwind with live music and great company.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Fee
$349 per person
Deadline for registration
April 1, 2026
Multiple registration discount
Receive a 25% discount for your group when you register multiple attendees from the same organization!
Includes
All meals and entertainment. Transportation and lodging not included.
STAY AND EXPLORE
Enjoy exclusive conference rates at two premier Nashville hotels:
EXHIBITING
The 2026 ICHRA Conference offers exhibitors a unique platform to:
Present your innovations
Introduce your company and your solutions to a dedicated audience.
Demonstrate your impact
Highlight your products and services in an environment focused on exploring new possibilities.
Gain access
Gain unparalleled access to industry leaders and decision-makers.
Ready to showcase your solutions?
Exhibit
Have questions about the 2026 ICHRA Conference — Music City Edition? Contact us at: conference@ichraconference.com
