Culture by Design: How Intentional Leadership Is Shaping the Future of Health and Care

Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, sits down with healthcare leader Clint Drawdy, Chief Executive Officer, for a thoughtful conversation on the evolving state of digital health. With decades of experience guiding teams through transition and transformation, Clint offers perspective on what health systems are facing today — from shifting organizational expectations to the growing influence of AI on workforce development and culture. Together, they explore how leadership, trust, and people-centered decision-making shape the success of digital initiatives, and what it takes to build resilient teams prepared for the future of care delivery.

Key Takeaways:

1. The emerging challenges, priorities, and expectations health systems are navigating as digital transformation accelerates.

2. How AI and automation are reshaping talent needs and strategies for fostering a culture where people and technology evolve together.

3. What leaders should prioritize when hiring for innovation, including balancing technical skills with collaboration and human judgment.

4. Strategies for building and supporting the digital health workforce of the future, including critical competencies required for sustained innovation.