State of the State of Connecticut Healthcare

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Connecticut Hospital Association, 110 Barnes Road, Wallingford, Connecticut
Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails/beverages will be served
Cost: $65 (Members*) $80 (Non Members) $30 (Students)

AGENDA:
Reception/Networking:   5:00-6:00pm
Program:   6:00-7:30pm
Wrap Up/Networking:   7:30-8:00pm

Join CTAHE for an insightful panel discussion with our partners at the Connecticut Hospital Association to review the 2024 legislative calendar and what is expected to come in 2025!

The Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA)’s Vice President of Advocacy, Karen Buckley and Director of Government Relations, Brian Cournoyer will be presenting on a variety of topics including the following objectives:

2024 Legislative and Policy Review

Impact of Elections to Hospitals in Connecticut

What’s Ahead for 2025

Speakers:

Brian Cournoyer, Director Government Relations, Connecticut Hospital Association

Brian has served as CHA’s Director of Government Relations since 2006, advocating for healthcare policies at local, state, and federal levels. He is CHA’s point of contact for emergency preparedness and is involved with the Governor’s Advisory Council on Organ Donation and Assumption University’s nursing advisory board. Previously, Brian was Legislative Director for Massachusetts Senator Richard Moore, where he played a key role in healthcare legislation, including the 2006 universal healthcare law. He has extensive experience in state government and campaign advising.

Karen Buckley, Vice President Advocacy, Connecticut Hospital Association

Karen has been Vice President of Advocacy for the Connecticut Hospital Association since 2015, after serving as Director of Government Relations. She leads CHA’s advocacy efforts, developing strategies to align with the Association’s Strategic Plan and collaborating with external groups, including state agencies. Karen advocates for legislative and regulatory improvements for member hospitals and patients and leads the Connecticut Healthcare Association Collaborative to improve public policy and care quality. Before joining CHA in 2011, Karen spent 12 years at the Connecticut Department of Public Health, where she managed government relations and legislative programs.

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