Call for Speakers

CALL FOR SPEAKERS: HEALTH FIRST SUMMIT 2027

The Health First Summit Program Committee is seeking outstanding speakers to present cross-sector, pioneering initiatives that have delivered measurable, real-world impact for patients and the health system.

We are inviting submissions for 20-minute in-person presentations from healthcare leaders across industry, clinicians, patient advocacy, hospitals, government, health insurers, AI/digital health and academia.

Submissions are due by 5pm on 7 September and are open to organisations and individuals from Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, and internationally.

Speakers will be selected by the Program Committee and paired with an expert panel discussion exploring how these initiatives can be adapted, adopted, or scaled across different parts of the health sector.

Break the cycle. Lead the change. Redefine a new benchmark for healthcare.

Your submission must demonstrate:

  • A pioneering, first-of-its-kind initiative in the health sector
  • Cross-sector collaboration across organisations or sectors within healthcare
  • Evidence-based outcomes with measurable impact
  • Practical insights and lessons learnt

⚠️Please do not submit proposals focused on early-stage or futuristic concepts, start-ups, product or service development, horizon scanning projects.

Submissions are welcomed from Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, and internationally.

Submissions may align with one or more of the following themes:

  • AI & Digital Health
  • Care Delivery & New Models of Care
  • Funding & Access
  • Health Policy
  • Innovation
  • Preventive Health
  • Other emerging priorities

Speaker from - Health First Summit 2027

Please complete the speaker form below in line with the submission criteria and submit your application by 7 September 2026. Successful speakers will be notified by mid-October 2026.

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Would you be open to participating as a panellist if you are not selected as a speaker?(Required)
Do you agree to having your initiative featured in an abstract booklet if you are not selected as a speaker? The booklet will be shared with Summit attendees to showcase your organisation and highlight your work.(Required)
SPEAKER TERMS: By submitting my intention to speak, I agree that if I am selected as a speaker: (Please select all)(Required)

Please complete the panellist form below and submit your application by 7 September 2026. Successful speakers will be notified by mid-October 2026.

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PANELLIST TERMS: By submitting my intention to speak, I agree that if I am selected as a panellist: (Please select all)(Required)

Break the cycle. Lead the change. Redefine a new benchmark for healthcare.

✉️Speaker Opportunities: healthfirst@healthindustryhub.com.au

📩Sponsorship: vmeikle@huntonexecutive.com

The Health First Summit is proudly hosted by Health Industry Hub and Hunton Executive.

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