The Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health (GPBCH)

The Employer Road Ahead: Navigating Healthcare Trends, Policy Shifts, and Legal Challenges
2026-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
We saw GREAT attendance to our virtual webinar! During the hour-long program, attendees learned what employers need to know about the Big Beautiful Bill (and more), what factors are driving healthcare trends in 2026 and beyond, as well as a “cliff notes” version of the 340B program and the potential impact on employer health plans. Thank you to our presenters: Ed Leeds, Counsel, Ballard Spahr LLP, Kris Haltmeyer, Vice President, Legislative and Regulatory Policy, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, and Kari Hedges, Sr. Vice President, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, and Shawn Gremminger, President & CEO, National Alliance of Healthcare Purchasers. All GPBCH members have access to the presentation and recording from this program. Members should visit the Archived Events section after signing into their member accounts (contact Eric Croft, Ecroft@gpbch.org, if you need your login information reset).

2026 Employers Only Forum Series - Session 1
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
We look forward to meeting with GPBCH Employer Members for our quarterly Employer Only Forums! These meetings are a great time for employers to ask burning questions, connect with and meet other HR/Benefits professionals, and learn from other GPBCH employer members. We always have great discussions at these meetings, and we encourage members to bring topics of interest with you.
All GPBCH Employer Members should have received an Outlook invitation with meeting information – if you did not receive, contact Eric Croft (Ecroft@gpbch.org) and he will provide you with the invitation.

GPBCH Member Soiree
2026-02-18 16:30 - 19:00 | Independence LIVE, 1919 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
We had a great turnout for our February 18th Member Soiree at IBX Live! Nearly (80) GPBCH Employer and Affiliate members joined together to network, connect, and also hear from IBX leadership on how they are positioning themselves in the community to be competitive and innovative. It was a great way to start the year with fresh connections, new ideas, and meaningful conversations!
Pictures were taken throughout the program and are available here.

2026 GPBCH Pharmacy Benefits Forum
2026-03-24 08:30 - 16:00 | The Inn at Villanova University, 601 County Line Rd, Wayne, PA, 19087, United States
Register today! We hope you’ll join us for our 2026 Pharmacy Benefits Forum on March 24th, 2026 at the Inn at Villanova University in Wayne, PA (just outside of Philadelphia).
The day will blend expert insights and real‑world client stories to highlight the key issues employers face in a rapidly evolving pharmacy benefits landscape. The morning will ‘Set the Stage’ with sessions on market trends, legislative and innovation impacts on cost, a consultant panel on contracting for competitive programs, and a debate among several alternative PBMs on transparency and market dynamics. The afternoon will shift to emerging solutions, beginning with the modular PBM model and exploring high‑impact carve‑out opportunities across key components. The detailed program agenda is available and can be accessed here on Eventbrite.
GPBCH member organizations receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event so be sure to claim your tickets here on our Eventbrite page! There are a LIMITED number of tickets for purchase available to the public, be sure to act quickly.
Sponsorship opportunities are available – click here to review the flyer and reach out to Eric Croft (Ecroft@gpbch.org) for more information on pricing and/or to secure your spot.

Leapfrog Quality & Safety Awards Program
2026-04-29 12:30 - 16:00 | Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
We hope you’ll join us as we recognize and celebrate excellence in quality and patient safety performance of hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers (ASC) in southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware and southern New Jersey based on results from the 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Survey, ASC Survey and Hospital Safety Grades.
Registration and agenda information is now available on our Eventbrite page. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to network, hear from hospital, ASC, employer and insurance carrier leaders from across the region, and engage in robust discussions around patient safety. Guest speakers and award winners will be announced prior to the event date.
Several sponsorship opportunities are available for this program – click here to see what remains available.
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Guardian Nurses Healthcare Advocates, for supporting this event:

2026 Employers Only Forum Series - Session 2
2026-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 | DE

2026 GPBCH Annual Conference
2026-06-04 07:30 - 16:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City, 237 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
We hope to see you at our 2026 Annual Conference! This year’s theme is: The Employer Advantage | The Keys To Unlocking Your Power. Employers—America’s largest healthcare purchasers—hold the power to convene stakeholders and spark innovation. This seminar explores how employers can unlock their purchasing power to drive meaningful change within their organizations and across the broader healthcare market. Expect a day with insightful presentations, great dialogue and interaction with innovative partners, capped off with a chance to continue the conversation and enjoy some networking with our rooftop reception overlooking the Philly skyline!
More information on agenda and registration information can be accessed here on our Eventbrite page. Sponsorship opportunities remain available and there is now a waitlist for exhibit tables. Click here to review the sponsorship flyer and review what is currently available.

2026 Employers Only Forum Series - Session 3
2026-08-11 12:00 - 13:00 | DE

2026 Wellness Summit
2026-09-17 08:00 - 16:00 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
SAVE THE DATE for our 2026 Wellness Summit! We are returning to the Chase Center at the Riverfront in Wilmington, DE and look forward to seeing everyone there.
Information on agenda, sponsorship opportunities, and registration will be released in the coming months – be on the lookout!

2026 Employers Only Forum Series - Session 4
2026-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 | DE
