2026 himss AZ–WA West Coast Regional Summit
Technology, Trust, and the Human Side of Transformation
April 16–17, 2026
Westin Tempe, Arizona
Sponsorship Opportunities
The 2026 West Coast Regional Summit offers a diverse range of opportunities designed to help you achieve your strategic objectives and maximize your return on investment.
Amplify your brand reach and drive business opportunities by leveraging exclusive sponsorship opportunities that help you stand out from the competition.
Sponsor Invitation & Opportunities
Theme: Disrupt to Rebuild: Technology, Trust and the Human Side of Transformation
Dates: April 16th –17th, 2026
Location: Westin Tempe, Arizona
The HIMSS Arizona and Washington Chapters invites leading healthcare innovators, technology organizations, consultancies, and solution providers to partner with us for the inaugural West Coast Regional Summit. This two-day experience brings together clinical, operational, and technology leaders to explore how organizations can transform without losing their people in the process.
The Summit includes a full day of thought leadership sessions, moderated discussions, networking events, and a dedicated exhibit hall, followed by the Inaugural AZ HIMSS Golf Invitational.
WHY SPONSOR?
The 2026 Summit connects your organization with decision-makers from:
Sponsors gain access to healthcare CIOs, CMIOs, CNIOs, VPs, directors, and transformation leaders across Arizona and Washington.
Your brand will be positioned at the center of conversations that drive innovation, workforce modernization, interoperability, AI enablement, and patient-centered redesign.
FEATURED MODERATORS
Mike Mosquito
Award Winning Innovator | Global Though Leader/Speaker | Certified CIO (CHCIO) Certified Digital Healthcare Executive | Board Member | Business CEO
Maureen Nylin
Strategic Healthcare Leader | Registered Nurse (RN) | Certified Healthcare CIO (CHCIO) | Project Management Professional (PMP)
Featured
KEYNOTE
Lisa X. Walden
Co-Founder, Good Company Consulting
Staying Human in the Age of AI:
Harnessing Human Connection for the Future of Work
Without question, artificial intelligence is shaping the future of work. But in this rush to embrace AI, we're racing to automate everything from customer service to creative work. But amidst the tech gold rush, something essential is getting lost: the irreplaceable power of human connection, creativity, and emotional intelligence. While AI promises efficiency and scale, it's those human moments at work—a thoughtful conversation, an intuitive understanding, a compassionate leader—that truly drive innovation, build trust, and create lasting impact.
Attendees will explore:
How to build authentic relationships in a digital workplace
Why emotional intelligence is becoming a competitive advantage
A human-first leadership model that strengthens teams and well-being
Summit Experience
West Coast Regional Summit
Day 1 – Thursday, April 16
Thought leadership, shared learning, and meaningful connection
Opening keynote and general sessions
Thought leadership panels and moderated discussions
Networking breaks and exhibit hall
Evening networking reception
Day 1 sets the stage for the Summit, bringing attendees together for high-impact keynotes and sessions focused on leadership, transformation, and the human side of healthcare technology. Throughout the day, participants will engage in moderated discussions, explore innovative solutions in the exhibit hall, and build relationships during structured and informal networking opportunities.
HIMSS AZ–WA Chatper Golf Invitational
Day 2 – Friday, April 17
Relationship-driven networking and one-to-one connection
Inaugural HIMSS AZ-WA Golf Invitational (optional, separate registration)
Curated foursomes designed to encourage meaningful peer interaction
Dedicated time for one-to-one and small-group conversations
Relationship-focused networking with healthcare and industry leaders
Day 2 is dedicated entirely to connection and conversation. The Inaugural HIMSS AZ-WA Golf Invitational provides a relaxed, relationship-focused environment for meaningful one-to-one discussions and continued conversations from the Summit.
PREMIER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PLATINUM PARTNER
GOLD PARTNER
silver PARTNER
We recognize that not every partnership fits neatly into a predefined package. If you have a creative sponsorship idea or budget considerations, we are happy to explore flexible options that align with your goals and our mission.
Click below to connect directly with the Chapter President.
STANDARD & SPECIALTY SPONSORSHIPS
Pre-Summit Happy Hour Sponsor
panel discussion sponsors
breakfast & lunch sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
break sponsors
EXHIBIT TABLE sponsors
In-Kind PartnerS
GOLF INVITATIONAL SPONSORSHIPS
Title Sponsor
BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR
Organizing Committee
Tonya Fynan
HIMSS Arizona Chapter
President
Jim Hall, CPHIMS
HIMSS Arizona Chapter
VP of Programs
Jeff Weil
HIMSS Arizona Chapter
Member At Large
Artina Mitchell
HIMSS Washington Chapter
President
Tiffany Buerk
HIMSS Washington Chapter
Communications Chair
Kristina Salas, MS
HIMSS Washington Chapter
Sponsorship Chair
Aron Zekarias
HIMSS Washington Chapter
Sponsorship Co-Chair
We recognize that not every partnership fits neatly into a predefined package. If you have a creative sponsorship idea or budget considerations, we are happy to explore flexible options that align with your goals and our mission.
Click below to connect directly with the Chapter President.
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