Contributors

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Chris Hutchins

Christopher Hutchins is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare data and analytics, known for his transformative vision and pragmatic approach to leveraging data, technology, and AI to improve community health. With over 25 years of experience spanning provider operations, data governance, and enterprise analytics, Chris has held executive roles at Northwell Health and LifePoint Health, where he led strategic initiatives to empower clinicians, streamline operations, and advance patient, centered care.

https://www.hutchinsdatastrategy.com

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Dr. Steven Labkoff

Dr. Steven E. Labkoff is a physician executive and clinical informatician trained in cardiology and biomedical informatics, with 20+ years of leadership in clinical care and life sciences. He is Principal of Luminant Consulting, focused on AI-enabled data strategy, real-world evidence, and registry science. He previously served as Vice President of Development and Medical Affairs Analytics at Bristol Myers Squibb, leading AI efforts to improve trial recruitment, site selection, and operational performance in global clinical development. Earlier, he held senior roles at Pfizer and AstraZeneca and was Chief Data Officer at the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, where he built CureCloud, the largest direct-to-patient registry in multiple myeloma. He also served as a Collaborating Scientist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and a lecturer at Harvard Medical School and Harvard Business School. His work appears in peer-reviewed journals, and a frequent conference speaker.

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Elena Rodin

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Lorraine Fernandes

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MarKeisha Snaith

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Ritu Chakrawarty

Ritu Chakrawarty is a seasoned technology and business transformation leader with more than two decades of experience helping global enterprises modernize operations, data governance, and AI readiness. She has led large-scale digital initiatives across healthcare, financial services, and enterprise technology, guiding organizations from early strategy to sustainable adoption.

Ritu’s work centers on aligning innovation with trust — ensuring that AI systems are built with transparency, accountability, and measurable value. Known for her ability to bridge vision and execution, she’s helped executive teams design governance frameworks that keep organizations ready for what’s next, even when the spotlight is off.

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