Plano Chamber of Commerce to Host Inaugural State of Healthcare
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: LaChaya Terry
Phone: 972-424-7547, ext. 224
Email: lachayat@planochamber.org
Plano Chamber of Commerce to Host Inaugural State of Healthcare
PLANO, TX – September 22, 2026 – The Plano Chamber of Commerce will host its inaugural State of Healthcare on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Plano Event Center. The new event will bring together prominent healthcare leaders for a timely conversation about the issues shaping healthcare in Plano and across North Texas.
Healthcare plays a significant role in the region’s economy, workforce and quality of life. As North Texas continues to grow, healthcare organizations are navigating an evolving landscape that includes workforce demands, emerging technologies, access to care and the changing needs of the communities they serve.
State of Healthcare will give business and community leaders an opportunity to hear directly from executives working at the forefront of these changes.
The inaugural speaker lineup includes:
Clint Abernathy, President, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
Ben Coogan, CEO, Medical City Plano
Vanessa Walls, Chief Market Executive, Children’s Health
Steve Love, President & CEO, DFW Hospital Council
“Healthcare touches every part of our community, from the strength of our workforce to the quality of life that makes Plano an attractive place to live and do business,” said Kelle Marsalis, President & CEO of the Plano Chamber of Commerce. “With State of Healthcare, we’re creating an opportunity for our business community to hear directly from healthcare leaders about what they’re seeing today, how the industry is evolving and what those changes could mean for North Texas.”
The event is designed not only for healthcare professionals, but also for employers, business leaders and community stakeholders who want a better understanding of an industry that impacts organizations of every size and sector.
The Plano Chamber is grateful for the support of the organizations helping make the inaugural State of Healthcare possible. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano serves as the Presenting Sponsor, Cortica as the Gold Sponsor, and Children’s Health, Gliden, KI, Medical City Plano, and Scott Peek Photography as Silver Sponsors.
Event Details:
State of Healthcare
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Plano Event Center
2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy.
Plano, TX 75074
For additional information or to register, visit https://members.planochamber.org/events/details/the-state-of-healthcare-24856
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About the Plano Chamber of Commerce: Established in 1946, the Plano Chamber represents over 800 businesses and community organizations in Plano and the surrounding area. Accredited as a 5-Star Chamber by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and awarded 2018 Chamber of the Year, the Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development and economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.
