Academic Medical Practices

D1: Academic Leader Recruitment and Retention

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

8:15 AM – 9:15 AM EDT

Speaker(s)

Tom Rossi

Vice President of Executive Search
Jackson Physician Search, Georgia
Jonathan K. Leer, MHA, FHFMA, FACMPE (he/him/his)

Senior Director, Clinical Business Operations
University of Maryland School of Medicine, Maryland
RN

Rebecca Napier

SVP
University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Eligible for: ACMPE: 1 | ACHE: 1 | CEU: 1 | CME(AAPC*): 1 | CPE: 1 | PDC: 1
Traditional | Intermediate | Analysis

This session tackles the critical challenge of securing and keeping top leadership within academic medical centers. We'll explore innovative strategies for identifying and attracting diverse talent pools, emphasizing the importance of aligning institutional values with candidate aspirations. Participants will learn practical methods for fostering a supportive and engaging work environment that promotes long-term retention. Experts in the field of recruitment and AMC leadership will discuss the nuances of succession planning and leadership development, ensuring a sustainable pipeline of future leaders. Discover how to build a culture of mentorship and growth, ultimately strengthening your institution's capacity to thrive in a competitive landscape.

Learning Objectives:

Discover strategies to develop leaders from within your organization and discover new strategies to set up talent pipelines
Review best practices to retain and align recruits with your organization
Determine if external recruitment is a need within your organization