Looking to reach qualified healthcare management professionals across Nevada? Submit your open position to the HLA Nevada Career Center.
Job postings are a complimentary benefit for HLA Nevada members. Non-members may post a position for 30 days for $100.
Please complete the registration form and include a word document with the full description & email or link for applicants to apply to.
Non-member postings will be published once payment is received in full. After submission, the HLA Nevada team will review your information and contact you if anything further is needed.
The Future of Healthcare Spoken Through Nursery Rhymes: Oh, The Places We'll Go
Thursday, October 8th, 2026
9:00AM - 10:00AM
Presented by: Mitchell Brie CHC
Founder of eHCP
Session description: Through the familiar lens of nursery rhymes, this engaging session will explore the evolution of healthcare and the forces shaping its future. Attendees will gain a fresh perspective on emerging trends and developments in healthcare, compliance, and the legal landscape while considering where the industry has been, where it stands today, and the places it may go next.
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following the webinar.
(Members Attend Free, Non-members $35.00)
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Northern Nevada (Reno) October Member Meeting
Legislative Update
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Sierra Neurosurgery Group 5590 Kietzke Lane, Reno, NV 89511
Presented by:
Join us for a 2026 Legislative Update!
Jeff Snyder and Karen Massey will share timely updates and insights impacting healthcare leaders across the state. Don’t miss this opportunity, rsvp today!
NO FEE TO ATTEND - ALL ARE WELCOME!
About Jeff Snyder:
Jeff Snyder brings over 30 years of operational, financial, and management experience to his role as Executive Director of OB-GYN Associates, a position he has held since June 2007. Under his leadership, the practice has grown to include 21 providers and is now the largest and longest-standing OB-GYN group in northern Nevada.
Jeff served as President of the Nevada Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) from 2014 to 2015 and currently acts as a legislative co-liaison for both MGMA and the Healthcare Leadership Alliance (HLA), working alongside Karen Massey, Executive Director of Nevada Emergency Physicians. He also serves on the board of Nevada Health Centers, where he has held leadership roles including Board Chair and Treasurer.
A graduate of the University of Nevada, Jeff’s previous roles include Controller of a multi-property gaming corporation and Chief Operating Officer of a managed care company, where he also held various operational and technology leadership positions. Prior to joining OB-GYN Associates, he worked as a leadership consultant for a national healthcare consulting firm.
Earlier in his career, while working in the insurance sector, Jeff was active in America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), where he completed the Certified Managed Care Executive (CMCE) program and served as Chair of AHIP’s National Education Committee.
Southern Nevada October Member Meeting
Two Perspectives.
One Smarter Benefits Strategy.
The Employee Experience.
The Employer Investment.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Select Health Nevada Headquarters
6795 Agilysys Way, Suite 120, Las Vegas, NV 89113
Presented by: Shanti Oberoi
Vice President, Employee Benefits Consultant USI Insurance Services
NO FEE TO ATTEND!
Shanti Oberoi
Shanti Oberoi helps healthcare organizations build high- performing workforce strategies that attract, retain, and engage the talent essential to delivering exceptional patient care. Partnering with hospitals, health systems, and physician groups, she leverages deep expertise in benefits strategy, provider networks, facility steerage, and carrier partnerships to drive meaningful workforce and financial outcomes. Known for aligning innovative solutions with organizational goals, Shanti helps healthcare leaders maximize the value of their benefits investment while strengthening their competitive position in a challenging talent market. She serves as the Vice President of Employee Benefits Consultant with USI Insurance Services.
Northern Nevada (Reno) November Member Meeting
Cyber Security
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 8:00 AM
About Brandon App:
With over a decade of experience in IT consulting, Brandon App is a co-owner, partner, and IT Consultant at Sierra Miles Group, a leading IT service provider in Reno, Nevada. As a trusted advisor to organizations across healthcare, finance, and various sectors, he specializes in creating customized IT solutions that enhance security, efficiency, and compliance. His specializes in Medical IT, HIPAA security, IT infrastructure design, and business analytics. He is especially passionate about the impact of AI across industries and is dedicated to continuous learning and community growth.
Brandon has led the Sierra Miles team to multiple honors, recently earning AI Company of the Year (2025) from NCET (Nevada's Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology) . In June 2025, Brandon was elected to the Board of Directors for the Reno Tahoe Young Professionals Network (YPN), where he supports professional development and engagement across the region. Brandon also serves at the NCET President, as well as an active member of the Robert Unsworth Foundation.
At Sierra Miles, his role extends beyond technical consulting. He focuses on strategic business development and helping the company grow while maintaining a commitment to local businesses and nonprofit organizations. His mission is to provide technology solutions that are scalable, secure, and sustainable.
In his free time, Brandon enjoys hiking, time with family, and exploring the Sierra Nevada. His commitment to innovation and community is reflected in the work Sierra Miles delivers for clients across Northern Nevada.
Southern Nevada November Member Meeting
Healthcare at an Inflection Point:
What CEOs Are Prioritizing Now
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Moderator:
Panelists:
Regina Vaccari
Regina Vaccari, APR, is an award-winning strategic communications professional with more than 26 years of experience in public relations and marketing. As Assistant Vice President of Strategic Communications at HCA Healthcare Far West Division, she leads executive communications, media relations, crisis management, public affairs, and employee engagement. A graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno’s Reynolds School of Journalism, Regina is active with PRSA Las Vegas Valley and serves on the Executive Board of Directors for the YMCA of Southern Nevada. In 2024, she received PRSA Las Vegas Valley’s Pinnacle Award for PR Practitioner of the Year.
Todd Sklamberg
Todd Sklamberg is Chief Executive Officer of Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center and Sunrise Children’s Hospital, an 834-bed facility and Nevada’s largest acute care hospital campus. He joined Sunrise in 2008 and has served as CEO since 2012, leading the organization’s growth and response to major community events, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the October 1, 2017 mass casualty shooting. Sklamberg is actively involved in Nevada’s healthcare and business community, serving on the Executive Committee of the Nevada Hospital Association and the board of the Trauma Center Association of America. He holds an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis and a bachelor’s degree from Hofstra University.
Tom Zumtobel
Tom Zumtobel serves as Chief Executive Officer of Teachers Health Trust (THT), where he leads a data-driven Health Investment Strategy focused on early intervention, affordability, and measurable improvement in health outcomes. His leadership has emphasized transparency, provider accountability, and disciplined financial stewardship to stabilize and strengthen a public-sector health plan. Prior to THT, Tom served as Vice President of Population Health at Renown Health System, where the Renown Health ACO achieved profitability within twelve months. He also served as President of the Culinary Health Fund, leading operational and delivery system transformation that resulted in a sustained low single-digit average annual medical trend over six years. Earlier in his career at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, Tom helped establish a broad primary care network and Nevada’s first statewide multi-specialty group. He is widely recognized for building trusted partnerships with employers, providers, and community stakeholders to deliver better care at a lower total cost.
Aric Coffman
Dr. Aric Coffman is a physician executive with extensive experience in healthcare transformation, physician enablement, and value-based care. Throughout his career, he has led large multispecialty practices and healthcare organizations, including DaVita Medical Group, The Everett Clinic, and Honest Medical. His leadership has focused on transitioning organizations from fee-for-service to value-based care, driving growth, improving patient outcomes, and empowering physicians to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care.
Southern Nevada December Member Meeting
From the Assembly Floor: What's Coming and How to Prepare for 2027
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Presented by: Tracy Brown-May
Nevada State Assemblymember, District 42,
and Chief Administrative Officer, Opportunity Village
Tracy Brown-May is the Chief Administrative Officer at Opportunity Village and a sitting member of the Nevada State Assembly representing Assembly District 42. She brings more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and disability advocacy, with a strong record of public service in the Nevada Legislature. Since her appointment in 2021, Tracy has served on key legislative committees including Health and Human Services, Growth and Infrastructure, and Ways & Means championing bills that the State budget, workforce development, inclusive housing, healthcare access, and the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her legislative work reflects a commitment to responsive, inclusive policy rooted in lived community needs.
As a systems advocate, Tracy has worked to bridge service delivery and public policy for more than 20 years. At Opportunity Village, she leads advocacy, communications, community engagement, human resources, and risk management, ensuring that organizational values translate into real-world outcomes for Nevadans with disabilities. She began her career in gaming and hospitality as a corporate training manager before transitioning into nonprofit leadership, where she played a critical role in expanding Opportunity Village’s influence in local and state policy. Her professional and legislative efforts are united by a deep dedication to equity, accessibility, and long-term community investment.
In addition to her legislative and nonprofit leadership, Tracy is an active board member of Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates and serves nationally as Secretary for Together For Choice. She volunteers at The Crossing Church and is a former member of CHIEF, a national network of executive women leaders. She holds degrees from the College of Southern Nevada and Northeastern University. Tracy is a wife, mother of three adult children, and passionate advocate for building strong, inclusive communities through policy, partnerships, and purpose.
Southern Nevada February Member Meeting
The Shifting Regulatory Landscape: What Healthcare Leaders Must Know
Wednesday, February 10, 2026 | 7:30AM - 9:00AM
Presented by: Ayesha Mehdi, JD, MHSA, LLM
Partner-in-Charge - Zumpano Patricios (Las Vegas office)
About Ayesha:
Ayesha R. Mehdi is Partner-in-Charge of the Las Vegas office of Zumpano Patricios (Zumpano Patricios & Helsten, PLLC).
Ms. Mehdi represents healthcare institutions and practitioners under Nevada and federal healthcare law. Her work primarily involves physician and dental practices, pharmacies, nurse practitioners, and management services organizations, and includes advising health systems in connection with regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters. Her regulatory practice addresses matters involving the Corporate Practice of Medicine doctrine, Stark Law, the Anti-Kickback Statute, HIPAA, and state and federal fraud and abuse laws.
Ms. Mehdi serves on the Board of Governors of the University of Kansas School of Law and has taught health law and governance as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She has held leadership roles within national and regional healthcare law organizations and speaks at healthcare-focused conferences, and has received professional recognition for her work, including honors as one of the Leading Lawyers of Las Vegas and Top Lawyers.
Ms. Mehdi earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Walsh College (Michigan), a Juris Doctor from the University of Kansas School of Law, and a Master of Health Services Administration from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She holds a Master of Laws in National and Global Health Law from Georgetown University Law Center.
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