People & Planet United Global Health & Purpose Summit
Global Health & Purpose Summit
On Monday, May 4, 2026, as part of New York City Health Innovation Week, 1BusinessWorld, in partnership with FINN Partners, HITLAB and Galien Foundation, will present the Global Health & Purpose Forum 2026, a day of virtual conversations bringing together business leaders, innovators, policymakers, and civil society to explore ideas and solutions at the intersection of human health, sustainability, and responsible leadership.
With the theme “People and Planet United,” the Forum will examine how organizations and leaders can work together to address some of the defining challenges of our time, including evolving health needs, environmental pressures, technological transformation, and growing expectations for responsible and purpose-driven leadership.
Through conversations featuring global leaders from across sectors, participants will explore how collaboration across business, science, policy, and civil society can help advance solutions that strengthen human well-being while supporting the long-term health of our planet. The program will highlight innovation, leadership, and practical approaches that contribute to a more resilient and sustainable future.
Then, that evening, FINN Partners will host an in-person networking reception at its New York office in partnership with HITLAB, marking the opening night of New York City Health Innovation Week. The reception will offer an opportunity for leaders and innovators to connect, exchange ideas, and continue conversations around the innovations and collaborations shaping the future of health and sustainability.
Topics Areas & Themes
Key areas shaping the dialogue across health, sustainability, innovation, and purpose driven leadership.
SPEAKERS
(Constantly updated)
Gil Bashe
Meghan Harris
Aman Gupta
Mark Chataway
Christopher Nial
Laura Kreofsky
Christina Raish
Jürgen Wieland
Benoît Miribel
Rania Awad
Brian Ball
Petri Bono
Sally Ann Frank
Stan Kachnowski
Arturo LoAIza-Bonilla
Ryan Bosch
David Farber
John Nosta
Rashmi Raghavendra
Amy Terpeluk
David Rhew
Theodore Zanos
David Lazerson
Aharon Kestenbaum
Monica McBride
Fern Lazar
Ganesh Padmanabhan
Tom Jones
Junmyung Kwon
Junmyung Kwon
PROGRAM
HITLAB: Shaping the Past, Present, and Future of Health Innovation | Stan Kachnowski, Gil Bashe
Borrowed Minds, Broken Systems: Can AI Save or Sink Health | John Nosta, Gil Bashe
CLEVER approach: Solving for unmet patient need in HR-MDS | Petri Bono, Brian Ball
From Innovation to Impact: Rewiring Global and Regional Health Delivery at Scale | Arturo LoAIza-Bonilla, Fern Lazar
Health as Investment: Rewriting the Climate Story of Healthcare | Mark Chataway, Christopher Nial
The New York Blueprint: Scaling Healthcare Decarbonization for Global Impact | Aharon Kestenbaum, Brianne Chai-Onn
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Who Should Attend
The Global Health and Purpose Summit is for business and NGO leaders driving health and sustainability innovation. Join experts addressing global challenges to fuel growth, attract investors, and shape a healthier future for people and the planet.
Why It Is Important for Business
The Global Health and Purpose Summit is essential for businesses and NGOs seeking to stay competitive. Explore health and sustainability trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies. Connect with global experts to refine strategies, enhance responsibility, and stand out in the market.
"The planet doesn't need people, but people need the planet."
Our health and the health of the planet are intertwined. Join us at People and Planet United to explore how we collaboratively champion innovation for a healthier, sustainable future.
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2026 Global Health & Purpose Summit
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