2026 Inaugural Awards Gala

This Inaugural Awards Gala will bring together the brightest minds and most dedicated professionals in Michigan’s health insurance and benefits industry. From legislative advocates to emerging leaders, we’ll honor those who elevate our industry and inspire each of us to advance it further.

Event Information

 Date: January 29, 2026
 Location: The Graduate Ann Arbor – Terrace Ballroom, 615 E Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 Attire: Cocktail Attire Preferred
 Cost: $100 per person | $750 per table (8 guests)

Accommodations

GRADUATE BY HILTON ANN ARBOR
Contact the Hotel at 734-769-2200

Featured Speakers

Dr. Chad Ellimoottil
A nationally recognized leader in telehealth policy and healthcare delivery innovation, Dr. Ellimoottil will explore how virtual care is transforming cost, access, and quality. His insights help benefits professionals translate cutting-edge research into actionable strategies that better serve clients in an evolving healthcare landscape.

 

Dr. Michael L. Burns
An expert in internal medicine, complex care coordination, and AI, Dr. Burns offers a front-line perspective on the challenges and opportunities reshaping healthcare delivery. His session will illuminate how artificial intelligence and advanced coordination are improving patient outcomes and redefining benefits design.

Together, our speakers will help you anticipate trends, advise clients with confidence, and strengthen your role as a trusted voice in today’s rapidly changing benefits environment.

 

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