Featured Events
OPENING RECEPTION
All attendees invited
Join us Tuesday evening for the All-Attendee Opening Reception in Hall G at The Venetian. This come-and-go gathering is where the conversations that started in the room take on new momentum — over refreshments, in a space designed to bring the entire Summit community together. Reconnect with colleagues, meet new peers, and let the connections that define the year ahead begin here.
Tuesday, September 22
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
THE CONNECT
The Connect is Vizient's signature reverse-expo experience — six hours of fast-paced, purposeful engagement designed to move relationships from introduction to impact. Healthcare leaders and supplier partners don't just meet here; they connect around the challenges that matter, the solutions that work, and the partnerships that drive performance forward.
Engage directly with more than 1,000 healthcare leaders across supply chain and pharmacy — from leading health systems and independent community hospitals to members of the Children's Hospital Association and Provista®. Connect with 200+ Vizient and Provista subject matter experts to gain intelligence, strengthen partnerships, and uncover the opportunities that accelerate what your organization can accomplish.
Six hours. The right people. Measurable impact.
Suppliers from sponsoring companies receive VIP access to the acute care & CHA member session.
Plan with purpose—attendee lists and table assignments will be shared in advance to help you maximize every interaction.
Tuesday, September 22
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Vizient & Provista Staff
Wednesday, September 23
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Vizient Acute Care Hospitals & Children’s Hospital Association Members
Sponsor VIP access begins at 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 23
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Vizient Independent Community Hospitals & Provista Members
SUPPLIER AWARDS
All attendees invited, cocktail-chic attire
Impact takes many forms. Tuesday evening, we recognize the partners who exemplify it.
The Supplier Awards Celebration honors the outstanding contributions of supplier partners who have advanced our shared mission — delivering exceptional patient care across the healthcare landscape. Throughout the evening, we recognize achievements across key categories including Supplier of the Year, Excellence, and Program Excellence, celebrating the partnerships that drive measurable outcomes and move healthcare forward.
Cocktail-chic attire. Reception, dinner, and awards program. An evening built to honor the work that matters.
Tuesday, September 22
7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
SENIOR EXECUTIVE CIRCLE
This meeting is invite only
This invitation-only gathering brings together senior leaders from client and supplier organizations to engage in candid, high-level dialogue on the challenges and opportunities to shape healthcare's future. No presentations. No agendas built around answers — just the right people in the room, focused on what it takes to drive transformation across the industry. The program includes a hosted lunch.
Wednesday, September 23
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
TOP PERFORMER AWARDS
All attendees invited
Our Top Performer Dinner and Celebration will begin at 7:00 p.m. and promises to be a memorable evening as we come together to recognize the remarkable achievements of our peers.
Invited Top Performers are also encouraged to attend a special reception in their honor from 6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Venetian Ballroom. This reception offers honorees early access to the ballroom to select their preferred seats prior to the awards celebration, as there is not assigned seating.
Wednesday, September 23
6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Top Performer Reception
Wednesday, September 23
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Dinner & Ceremony
THE INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY EXCHANGE
All clients and staff are welcome to attend.
Only approved exhibiting suppliers may participate.
The Vizient Innovative Technology Exchange is where breakthrough solutions meet the decision-makers ready to act on them.
Held in conjunction with the Connections Summit, the Exchange is a high-energy, hands-on showcase built around one imperative: turn innovation into impact. Healthcare providers and innovative suppliers come together to explore the latest advancements in technology and solutions — not to browse, but to engage, evaluate, and accelerate the adoption of what's driving care forward.
Attendees connect directly with exhibitors, discover cutting-edge products, and participate in focused conversations built around solving critical challenges and improving clinical and business outcomes. This is where insight becomes action — in real time, with the right people in the room.
For suppliers, this is more than visibility. It's direct access to provider decision-makers across the Vizient network. Selected innovations may also be considered for a Vizient Innovative Technology contract or designation, further amplifying their impact across healthcare.
Thursday, September 24
2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Council Members have exclusive Access
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
CLOSING CELEBRATION
All attendees invited
Join us for an unforgettable closing celebration at Encore Beach Club - an iconic Las Vegas venue where connections come to life and the energy is unmatched. Whether you’re ready to hit the dance floor or prefer to relax and take in the vibrant atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.
Enjoy great music, light bites, and refreshing drinks as you connect with colleagues and celebrate the week’s experiences. Don’t forget to wear your favorite glow-in-the-dark accessories—or stop by sponsor tables for some fun swag!
Thursday, September 24
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Encore Beach Club
NEED HELP?
If you have questions about the Connections Summit, please contact our team.
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