Speakers

Keynote Speakers

Marisa Hamamoto

Transformational Movement Artist, Speaker, and Changemaker

Marisa is an award-winning Transformational Movement Artist, Speaker, and Changemaker dedicated to creating a more inclusive just world where we can each feel alive, not just survive.

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Phil Hansen

Multimedia Artist, Speaker, Author, and Innovator

Artist Phil Hansen's ability to draw parallels between art and the business setting has won him followers among industry and business leaders.

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Shola Richards

CEO & Founder, Go Together Global®

Shola Richards is leading a worldwide movement to change the world based on how we treat each other at work.

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Ruth Plotkin Shumaker

Executive Leadership and Perioperative Management Consultant
Ruth Plotkin Shumaker, MS, BSN, RN, CNOR is an Executive Leadership and Perioperative Management Consultant with extensive domestic and international experience. A past national AORN President and recipient of the Award for Excellence in Perioperative Nursing, Ruth is renowned for her expertise in perioperative care, operational efficiency, and healthcare leadership. With a storied career that includes leading perioperative services at a Level 1 trauma center and contributing to global healthcare through education and consultation in over 20 countries, Ruth has been a driving force in advancing perioperative nursing worldwide.

Leadership Summit Speakers

Joanne Oliver-Coleman

Nurse Mentor

Joanne has been a leader in legislative advocacy for the protection of perioperative nurses and patients.

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Carol Pehotsky

Associate Chief Nursing Officer of Surgical and Procedural Services

Ms. Pehotsky is an expert in perianesthesia nursing a podcast host.

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Ayumi Fielden

Professional Practice Leader and Accredited Provider Program Director

Ayumi’s work elevates nursing practices through evidence-based policies and strategic education.

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Elizabeth Williams

Perioperative Clinical Operations Nurse Manager

With a diverse background including roles as a staff nurse, RNFA, and board charge nurse, Williams currently serves as a clinical operations nurse manager.

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Teodor Grantcharov

Professor of Surgery and Associate Chief Quality Officer

With extensive expertise in human factors, healthcare innovation, and clinical research, Dr. Grantcharov continues to advance surgical safety worldwide.

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Kayla Simiele

Nurse Education Manager

An experienced leader and educator, Kayla has mentored colleagues and implemented quality initiatives.

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Phyllis Quinlan

President

Phyllis Quinlan is a nurse entrepreneur, healthcare consultant, and certified personal and career coach.

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Laura Gayton

Director of Outpatient Surgery

An AORN Board Member, Laura has contributed to perioperative leadership and patient engagement initiatives.

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Caitlin Smith

Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services

Caitilin is dedicated to improving team engagement and patient care through innovative leadership in the perioperative environment.

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Carol Applegeet

System Vice President for Perioperative Services

Carol has held roles as a staff nurse, educator, manager, and director and is the author of numerous articles on perioperative nursing.

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Saurabh Kukreti

Director of Perioperative Business Operations

Mr. Kukreti's expertise in strategy and operations drives his commitment to optimizing healthcare delivery and enhancing efficiency across perioperative services.

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Marjorie Wall

Leader in Sterile Processing

Marjorie’s career is marked by her innovative approaches to safety and efficiency in sterile processing, leveraging human factors and advanced techniques to improve healthcare outcomes.

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