Building Purpose-Driven Organizations: Leadership, Culture, and the Unparalleled Promise of AI in Healthcare

Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, sits down with Andy Smith, Managing Partner and Founder of Impact Advisors, for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and what it takes to build organizations that thrive in periods of accelerated change. Andy shares perspectives on cultivating high-performing teams, sustaining culture at scale, and leading through complexity without losing sight of the people at the center of healthcare.

Together, they examine the profound promise of AI, what is means to fully embrace innovation, how to balance opportunity with accountability, and how industry leaders are revolutionizing care in a way that is both meaningful and sustainable.

Key Takeaways:

• How healthcare organizations are responding to economic pressures, workforce challenges, and evolving industry demands while continuing to move forward.

• What healthcare leaders should consider as they evaluate AI opportunities, including the balance between innovation, trust, ethics, and operational realities.

• How purpose-driven leadership and organizational culture create a foundation for long-term success, resilience, and innovation.

• Strategies for building high-performing teams that remain connected, accountable, and mission-focused during periods of rapid growth and change.