Hosted Buyer Forum
Interested in Free Registration for the 2026 AHA Leadership Summit?
Apply to attend the AHA Hosted Buyer Forum to gain insight into new strategies and solutions.
The AHA Hosted Buyer Forum is a curated session designed for hospital and health system executives and decision-makers who want to efficiently investigate, network with and evaluate health care solution providers as potential partners or investment opportunities for their organizations. Participants in the session receive complimentary registration to the Summit.
What to Expect
- An engaging, three-hour session held prior to the Summit which focuses on high-impact solutions for hospitals
- Five-minute showcases delivered by vetted solution providers aligned with field priorities
- Roundtable discussions on common challenges with solution providers and hospital executive peers
Three Session Options Available on Sunday, July 12, 2026
Applicants can select the session time that best aligns with their schedules. We offer two morning sessions from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and an afternoon session from 2:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
- Open exclusively to U.S. hospital and health system leaders in a leadership, decision-making or decision-influencing role.
Complimentary Registration — $1,200+ Value
Approved participants will receive complimentary full registration to the 2026 AHA Leadership Summit (a value of more than $1,200) in exchange for committing to attend their selected AHA Hosted Buyer Forum session.
“The Hosted Buyer Forum gave me the opportunity to hear from solution provider companies on their services and have meaningful conversations about what they are seeing in the industry, the challenges, and successes.”
Executive Director/Administrator, Saint Francis Hospital Vinita
“The Hosted Buyer Forum gave me an opportunity to understand the vendor's product in a relaxed manner and be able to listen to other hospital CEO perspectives.”
Chief Executive Officer, Audubon County Memorial Hospital
“My experience with the Hosted Buyer Forum was excellent. It was valuable because it opened my thoughts to many different aspects of new and innovative products that might be used in the health care arena.”
General Section Chief, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Augusta University/Medical College of Georgia
“It’s a great way to hear quick presentations on vendors and services they provide. Enjoyed the round-robin presentations and availability to discuss concerns.”
Sr. Director of Patient Safety & Risk Management, Great Plains Health
“The Hosted Buyer Forum was excellent. It was a great way to learn about new products and technologies without having to sift through the hundreds of emails or cold calls each day.”
President & Chief Executive Officer, Cottage Hospital
“The Hosted Buyer Forum gave me an opportunity to learn about some of the latest health care trends from business community subject matter experts. It gave me a good networking opportunity to connect with those leaders and will be valuable to my organization’s work in the future.”
Ambulatory Care Chief Operating Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
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How It Works
- Apply to participate
Applications are reviewed based on areas of interest and decision-making influence and authority.
- Attend your AHA Hosted Buyer Forum session
- Hour 1: Rapid solution showcases
- Hours 2–3: Roundtable discussions
- Continue the conversation
Participants are encouraged to attend the Welcome Reception in the Innovation Hub following the afternoon session.
Interested in participating as a Solution Provider? Learn more.