Keynote Speakers

Empathy is a Superpower

Aaron Horowitz, CEO of Empath Labs

Saturday, June 21, 2025, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Aaron J. Horowitz is the founder and CEO of Empath Labs, a pediatric patient experience lab dedicated to improving outcomes through empathy-driven design. Inspired by his own experience with human growth hormone deficiency, Aaron has created tools like Clinical Companions for pediatric clinical research, Rufus the Bear for children with type 1 diabetes, and My Special Aflac Duck, a robotic companion for children with cancer and sickle cell disease.

Used by over 175,000 children worldwide, these innovations help alleviate anxiety, provide comfort, and improve adherence to medical treatments. Aaron’s work has earned accolades such as the DIA Outstanding Contribution to Health Award (2024), two TIME Best Invention of the Year awards, and recognition by the White House as one of 50 honored makers. Prior to Empath Labs, Aaron founded Design for America, a nationwide non-profit that empowers college students with design thinking skills to create social impact innovations. He holds a degree in Mechatronics and User Interaction Design from Northwestern University.

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Expanding Horizons: How Biomedical Technicians Can Diversify and Capture New Markets

Jinesh Patel, Co-Founder and CEO, UptimeHealth

Sunday, June 22, 2025, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

In this transformative hour-long presentation, attendees will discover the untapped potential for biomedical technicians to expand their expertise and service offerings beyond traditional settings. This keynote explores how biomed professionals can leverage their existing technical knowledge and skills to successfully enter adjacent markets that offer substantial growth opportunities.

Attendees will listen to an analysis of emerging verticals, including market size data, equipment crossover potential, and projected industry growth trends. The audience will gain practical insights into the challenges and opportunities of market expansion, including regulatory considerations, training pathways, and certification requirements for new specializations.

Through real-world success stories and strategic frameworks, this keynote will outline approaches for biomedical technicians to identify suitable expansion markets, acquire necessary skills, build new client relationships, and position their businesses for sustainable growth.

Whether you're an independent biomedical technician looking to grow your service portfolio or a business leader seeking new revenue streams, this keynote will provide a way to view the market landscape to search and expand business beyond traditional boundaries.

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Built for Impact: New Tools, Deeper Purpose, and the Future of Health Technology Management

Laura Adams, Senior Advisor at the National Academy of Medicine (NAM)

Monday, June 23, 2025, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Technology is evolving fast—but so are the tools that can help you do your job even better. From AI-powered diagnostics to predictive maintenance and connected systems, the next wave of digital health and AI technology is an opportunity to work smarter while having an even greater impact on patient lives. This keynote will explore how these innovations can lighten your load, deepen your contributions, and help you stay at the heart of what matters most: delivering safe, reliable care. You will see how your work fits into the bigger picture, why it matters more than ever, and how you’re uniquely positioned to help shape what comes next.