HIMSS24: 8 Beneficial Networking Events to Attend

Healthcare professionals network at a conference.

HIMSS, the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS), hosts their Global Health Conference & Exhibition annually. This year, the conference will be hosted in Orlando, FL from March 11-15. As the world’s leading professional forum for healthcare information technology (IT), HIMSS24 offers attendees unique networking opportunities. Join leading health informatics professionals, vendors, instructors and students to discuss current issues impacting healthcare. 

Networking is a major focus at HIMSS24. Connecting with other healthcare professionals in your field empowers you to gain opportunities for advancement and professional development. HIMSS24 aims to provide a place where healthcare professionals meet and exchange ideas and insights with the goal of helping the healthcare industry become more efficient, innovative and provide optimized service.  

Meet emerging leaders in healthcare and celebrate diversity and equity through a variety of networking opportunities at HIMSS24. Please note that some events require an additional fee or advanced registration! We recommend visiting event pages and viewing the full schedule prior to the conference so that you don’t miss out. 

RECOMMENDED EVENTS:

Emerging Healthcare Leaders Reception 

Time: Tuesday, March 12 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 

Location: Offsite | JoJo’s Shake Bar 

Fee: $55  

Connect with your fellow vibrant young professionals in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. 

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First Timers’ Meetup 

Time: Monday, March 11 | 3:30 pm– 4:30 pm  

Location: W414D 

Fee: $0 

Are you new to the HIMSS experience? Meet other first time attendees to share how you plan to spend your time at HIMSS24.  

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HIMSS Nursing Informatics Community Breakfast 

Time: Wednesday, March 13 | 7:15 am – 8:15 am 

Location: Onsite | W340A 

Fee: $0  

Connect with existing peers and make new friends within the nursing informatics community. 

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Exhibit Hall Social Hour 

Time: Wednesday, March 13 | 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm 

Location: Onsite | Exhibit Hall 

Fee: $0  

Close out your Wednesday on the exhibit floor as you mingle with fellow attendees and enjoy a variety of refreshments in participating booths.  

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HIMSS Nursing Informatics Community Reception 

Time: Wednesday, March 13 | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm 

Location: Onsite | W331A 

Fee: $0 

Attend this complimentary reception for refreshments and lively conversation and networking opportunities with like-minded colleagues in nursing informatics. 

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Women in Health IT Networking Reception 

Time: Wednesday, March 13 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 

Location: Hyatt | Lower Pool Deck 

Fee: $55  

Celebrate progress and innovation in an underwater glow party theme with the healthcare industry’s top women leaders. 

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A Celebration of Black Excellence Reception 

Time: Wednesday, March 13 | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 

Location: Hyatt | Orchid Room 

Fee: $55 

Surround yourself with good conversations and lots of fun as you connect with new and old friends and colleagues at the Celebration of Black Excellence! 

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EquiTEA 

Time: Thursday, March 14 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am 

Location: Onsite | W312B 

Fee: $55  

Immerse yourself in a unique EquiTEA experience, a global gathering where diverse communities come together for an enriching blend of conversation, connection, and change. The 2024 HIMSS Health Equity Changemaker Award Recipients will also be announced!

USF Health is attending HIMSS24 and will be located in Lobby B, Professional Development Campus, PD21. 

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