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Benefits Agency Growth &
Leadership Summit

Attend and Learn…

  • How to win bigger, mid-market groups from bigger brokers.
  • The ability to explain Self-Funding, High Performance Programs to employers and why it’s as safe as fully insured.
  • C-Suite marketing & prospecting techniques.

Don’t miss this Premier Event!

2023 New Orleans
January 17 - 21

Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Discover the NextGen

TOOLSET | SKILLSET | MINDSET

TOOLSET

The NextGen TOOLSET includes

Self-funding strategies and techniques

The innovative cost-containment tools & strategies that NextGen Advisers use to manage the health care supply chain

NextGen solution providers who do the work of cost containment

NextGen plan docs and consulting agreements

SKILLSET

More challenging is the NextGen
SKILLSET, which includes

The skills needed to implement a self-funded plan and manage the health care supply chain

Consultative selling skills

The ability to get into the C-Suite

Being able to speak the language of the C-Suite

Most important, the skills needed to have an effective financial & strategic conversation with the CEO and/or CFO

MINDSET

The NextGen MINDSET, usually the most challenging, includes moving from:

Thinking you’re in insurance to understanding you’re in health care

A transactional broker mindset to a consultative adviser mindset

Thinking your place is in HR to knowing you belong in the C-Suite

Knowing you can’t help your client to believing you can improve the quality of health care while lowering the costs

WHY ATTEND ASCEND?

Because

ASCEND

Produces

Results

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WHY?

To improve the quality of health care and lower costs for employers.

THE RESULT

NextGen Advisers are winning bigger, mid-market groups from bigger – even national – brokers.

ASCEND

Where you get equipped to do NextGen Benefits or learn to be a more effective & successful NextGen Adviser.

ASCEND is a must-attend event that is on my calendar every year.

Mike Hill

Coldbrook Insurance,
Grand Rapids, MI

What is the ASCEND Summit?

ASCEND is the NextGen Benefits equipping conference where the nation’s top NextGen Benefits Advisers gather to improve their skills and mingle with brokers who want to learn NextGen Benefits.

NEW TO NEXTGEN BENEFITS?

Discover the NextGen TOOLSET | SKILLSET | MINDSET. Learn how to transform from a transactional broker to a consultative NextGen adviser. Discover how to speak the language of the C-Suite.

ALREADY A NEXTGEN ADVISER?

Discover proven new techniques to get into the C-Suite and the exact messaging that is closing business with CEOs & CFOs. Learn advanced self-funding strategies and the latest cost-containment tools and strategies.

Keynote Speakers

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Nelson Griswold

Chief Architect, NextGen Benefits
Chairman, NextGen Benefits Network
Founder & Chairman, ASCEND

A disruptive & controversial visionary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.... READ MORE

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Michael Gorton

Founder, Teledoc Corporation
CEO, Recuro Health

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry. As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform... READ MORE

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Speakers

Terry Shook

Terry Shook

President,
Primum Risk Strategies

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Wendell Potter

Wendell Potter

President,
Center for Health & Democracy

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Mark Combs

Mark Combs

President,
Self Insured Reporting

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Jennifer Berman

Jennifer Berman, ESQ

CEO,
MZQ Consulting

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Edwige Ligonde

Ed Ligonde

Executive Vice President,
Nielsen Benefits

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Deke Lape

Deke Lape

Consultant,
D2E Health Plans

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Daniel McCauley

Daniel McCauley

Senior VP of Sales,
Security Marketing Group

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Clint Flanagan

Dr. Clint Flanagan

Founder & CEO,
Nextera Healthcare

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Dan LaBroad

CEO,
Ovation Life & Health Services

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Trevor Daer

Trevor Daer

President & Founder,
Granite Peak Analytics

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Ron Jones

Ron Jones

CEO,
R L Virtual Marketing

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Ron Janetzke

Ron Janetzke

Broker Relations Specialist,
AIMM

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Deb_Ault

Deb Ault

President,
AIMM

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Eric_Barker

Eric Barker

Chief Growth Officer,
True Rx

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Adam Berkowitz

Adam Berkowitz

Founder & President,
SimparaHR

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

AutumnYongchu

Autumn Yongchu

Analytics Consultant,
USI Insurance Services

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

BrittneyBello

Brittney Bello

President,
SoIV

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Chasity Matthews

Chasity Mathews

Sr. Director, Growth & Partner Relationships,
TrueScripts

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Cristin Dickerson

Cristin Dickerson

CEO,
Green Imaging

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Mike_Hill

Founder,
Total Control Health Plans

Mike Hill

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Danish Nagda

Danish Nagda

Founder,
Rezilient

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

dan-thompson

Dan Thompson

Founder & Division President,
Thompson Risk

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Erik Davis

Erik Davis

Senior Vice President,
USI Insurance Services

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Eric Silverman

Eric Silverman

Founder,
Voluntary Disruption

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Mark Hollan

Mark Holland

President & CEO,
BenefitHelp

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Jon Van Der Veer

Jon Van Der Veer

CEO,
Exemplar Care

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Mike Patton

Mike Patton

CEO,
Palomar Consultants

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Rodger Bayne

Rodger Bayne

Owner,
BIC

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Jay Hoffman

Jay Hoffman

Director, Healthcare Sales and Services,
Walmart Health

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

NaamaOPozniak

Naama O. Pozniak

Founder & CEO,
A+ Insurance Service

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

SEBAS RUSK

Sebastian Rusk

Founder,
Podcast Launch Lab

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Paul Seegert

Paul Seegert

Managing Partner,
PCS Advisers

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Shabsai-Shuchatowitz

Shabsai Shuchatowitz

Founder & CEO,
Evergreen Benefits Group

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

TedDixon

Ted Dixon

CEO,
Dixon & Associates

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

Julian Lago

Julian Lago

President,
Benezon

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

David Vorhees

David Vorhees

Founder & CEO,
True Captive Insurance

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

What to expect

Differentiate yourself from your competitors ... you're no longer a commodity

Free yourself from the control of the BUCAH carriers

Upgrade your role to consultative adviser

Elevate from HR to the C-Suite

Prepare to have conversations with the CEO & CFO

Get empowered to help your clients by improving the quality of care & lowering the cost

Position yourself to win mid-market groups from bigger - even national - brokers

Grow your book & bottom line while impacting your market (and beyond!)

ASCEND DELIVERS RESULTS

The ROI from the investment to be at ASCEND is easily 5-10X.

ANDY NEARY

Complete Game Consulting

Fort Collins, CO

ASCEND and the [NextGen Benefits] Mastermind have completely transformed my business. [We] are creating a new way of doing things that returns the health care overspend back to our customers.

BEN CONNER

Conner Insurance

Indianapolis, IN

I’m really excited…this has been like going to church! You’re revived now!

CHRISTINA KING

C&A Benefits Group

Dublin, OH

This conference represents a shift…real thought leaders and innovative people are here.

DAVID CONTORNO

E Powered Benefits

Charlotte, NC

My first ASCEND conference changed the direction of my agency. We have increased the number of self-funded clients, reduced clients’ year-over-year costs, and increased revenue in just 2020 by over 42%.

DAN LaBROAD

Ovation Life & Health

Dallas, TX

Attending ASCEND has allowed me to connect with so many amazing industry-leading professionals. It’s opened my eyes to what real innovation looks like and has driven me to bring innovation back to my market.

BRADEN MONACO

Blue Horizon Benefits

Danvers, MA

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Host Committee

Daniel McCauley

Daniel McCauley

Security Marketing Group

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

James Nelson

James Nelson

Imagine Business Consulting

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Randy Hansen

PSG Washington

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Nick Nelson

PSG Washington

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Eric Silverman

Voluntary Disruption

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Tom Stautberg

SBG Advisors, LLC

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Dan LaBroad

Ovation Life & Health Services

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

Shabsai Shuchatowitz

Shabsai Shuchatowitz

Evergreen Benefits Group

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Jon Rauser

The Rauser Agency /
Robertson Ryan & Associates

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Mark Holland

BenefitHelp

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Gary Becker

ScriptSourcing

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Tammera Hollerich

IBT Consulting

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Spencer Allen

IOA

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Allison DePaoli

Altiqe

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Robert Slayton

Robert Slayton & Associates

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Marcy Heath

InoVentive Benefits Consulting

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Dottie Allen

RiverCross Group

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Howard Shandell

Midwest Benefit Advisors

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Jim Blachek

The Benefits Group

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

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Ted Dixon

Dixon & Associates

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

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Griffin Meredith

CIPKY

A disruptive & controversial visiary author, and in-demand keynote speaker, Nelson Griswold is recognized as the Chief Architect of the NextGen Benefits movement and Founder & Chairman of the NextGen Benefits Network, an influential national alliance of elite independent health care advisory & consulting firms.

NextGen Benefits recently was named “Most Influential Industry Organization” in an industry-wide vote. Its successes and strategies have been featured in prominent business publications including Chief Executive, Employee Benefit Adviser, CFO, and Employee Benefit News.

NextGen Benefits Vision Statement reads: “The highest quality health care accessible and affordable to all Americans, starting with the employees of our clients.” The lead author of three Amazon #1 bestsellers on NextGen Benefits strategies, Nelson is frequently published industry and business magazines.

The Founder & Chairman of ASCEND, for multiple years Nelson has chaired the Benefits Adviser Leadership Track for the World Health Care Congress in Washington, D.C.

Before his career in benefits and health care, Nelson had a distinguished career as a nationally recognized public policy expert, which informs his leadership of the NextGen Benefits movement.

A 14X entrepreneur, Michael S. Gorton has proven to be a strategic visionary in the healthcare industry.

As founding CEO of Teladoc Corporation, the world’s leading telehealth company, Mr. Gorton pioneered a health care model in which members had access to telephonic physicians who could review medical records, treat, and prescribe medication that today supports the new paradigm in health care reform.

His latest venture, Recuro Health, is an integrated digital health solutions company that takes a uniquely personalized and proactive approach to virtual care. Unique to the health care industry, Recuro has created a Digital Medical Home to enable customized care that meets patients’ needs no matter their location or circumstance. Recuro’s goal is to help move the U.S. from the current “sick care” system to a true “health care” system.

Prior to founding Teladoc, Mr. Gorton founded Internet Global, a company that delivered the first DSL network and one of the first VOIP networks at a time when few people predicted the profound impact the Internet would have on communication and society.

Mr. Gorton holds a BS in electrical engineering and engineering physics from Texas Tech, an MS in Space Physics from The University of Texas at Dallas, an MS in physics and engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a JD from Texas A&M University.

The Venue

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Spectacular riverfront New Orleans location

The Hilton New Orleans Riverside is a fabulous 4-Star hotel
centrally located in New Orleans, a 5-minute walk from historic
Canal Street and the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and
walking distance from Bourbon Street and Jackson Square.

ASCEND 2023 Schedule

Tuesday

Jan 17

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Welcome Reception

Wednesday

Jan 18

8:00am – 5:00pm

5:30pm – 6:30pm

Programming

Mastermind Reception (by invitation)

Thursday

Jan 19

8:00am – 5:00pm

6:30pm – 9:00pm

Programming

Awards Banquet

Friday

Jan 20

8:00am – 5:00pm

6:30pm – 9:00pm

Programming

Dinner Cruise (for Bonus Day attendees only)

Saturday

Jan 21

8:00am – 12:00pm

Bonus Day (additional registration fee)

Ready To ASCEND


 

ATTENTION VENDORS:

ASCEND registration is only available to Agency Principles, Benefits Practice Leaders & Producers.

Vendors are invited to become sponsors by contacting [email protected].

ASCEND 2023 - Hilton Riverside New Orleans

Tue Jan 17, 2023 5:30 PM - Sat Jan 21, 2023 1:00 PM

Broker/Adviser GENERAL ADMISSION PASS (Jan 17 - 20)
$997.00

BONUS DAY- Saturday Jan 21, 8am-Noon
$500.00

Vendor GENERAL ADMISSION PASS ONLY (Jan 17 - 20)
$2,500.00