Hosted Buyer Forum
Find Solutions. Build Connections. Reduce Your Attendance Cost.
Join us Sunday, July 12, for the AHA Hosted Buyer Forum, an engaging three-hour session designed to connect health care leaders and decision-makers* with solution providers in a collaborative, low-pressure environment. Approved participants will receive complimentary registration to the full AHA Leadership Summit (a value of more than $1,200).
*Please note: AHA Hosted Buyer Forum is open exclusively to U.S. hospital and health system leaders in a leadership, decision-making or decision-influencing role. If you are a Solution Provider, learn how to participate as a sponsor.
What to Expect
- Five-minute showcases delivered by vetted solution providers aligned with field priorities
- Roundtable discussions on common challenges with solution providers and hospital executive peers
- No obligation to purchase
Two Session Options Available on Sunday, July 12, 2026
Select the session time that best aligns with your schedule. We offer a morning session from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and an afternoon session from 2:45 PM – 5:45 PM. Qualify before June 17 to ensure the best time selection.
“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
“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 is a great tool for evaluating current vendors and services without the fuss of cold calls and endless emails.”
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
- Fill out our qualification form
Applications are reviewed based on areas of interest and decision-making influence and authority.
Space is limited in each session to keep the conversations focused. Qualify by June 17 to be considered for preferred session placement.
- 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.