Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. 
I will always remember Dr. Priya Ranjan not only as the Chairman of JK Monitor, but as a mentor, guide and elder brother whose kindness shaped my life and work. Write a tribute at - Global CEO Conclave 2026 to bring together healthcare leaders, hospital CEOs, policymakers, and experts to deliberate on AI-driven transformation, hospital management, financial sustainability, digital innovation, and leadership in healthcare
JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu, in collaboration with the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organisations (CAHO), will host the Global CEO Conclave 2026 on October 16–17, 2026, at Mandapam, IIM Jammu. The two-day conclave will bring together healthcare leaders, hospital CEOs, administrators, policymakers, academicians, and industry experts to deliberate on healthcare leadership, AI and digital transformation, patient experience, financial sustainability, and the future of healthcare management.
The inaugural ceremony will feature the Chief Guest’s address by Dr. Vinod K. Paul, former Hon’ble Member, NITI Aayog, along with addresses by Dr. Milind P. Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIM Jammu, as Guest of Honor, and Dr. M. Srinivas, Hon’ble Member, NITI Aayog. Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, will deliver the welcome address, followed by addresses by Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Honorary Distinguished Professor, IIM Jammu, and Dr. Vijay Agarwal, President Emeritus, CAHO. Dr. Lallu Joseph, President, CAHO, will introduce the Global CEO Conclave 2026.
Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu underscored the need to harmonize management excellence, technological innovation, and compassionate, patient-centric leadership to transform healthcare delivery and build a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready healthcare ecosystem, advancing the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.
Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Honorary Distinguished Professor, IIM Jammu, underscored that the future of healthcare lies in moving beyond institutional management to deliver measurable patient outcomes. He emphasized the strategic integration of AI and digital technologies, financial sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety and quality of care as essential pillars of transformative healthcare leadership.
A key highlight of the inaugural ceremony will be the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between, The of Alabama and IIM Jammu, aimed at promoting academic cooperation and knowledge exchange. The second day will feature the signing of an MoU between Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) and IIM Jammu to strengthen collaboration in healthcare management, medical technology, and innovation.
The ceremony will also witness the release of two books: MCQs in Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management, authored by Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, Honorary Distinguished Professor, IIM Jammu; Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Sunil Kant, Chairperson, MBA Healthcare; and Dr. Prashant Rampal; and Do’s & Don’ts in Radiology, authored by Dr. Gita, Prof. (Dr.) Shakti Gupta, and Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Sunil Kant.
Dr. Sanjeev Singh, Secretary General, CAHO, will deliver the vote of thanks during the inaugural ceremony. The first day of the Global CEO Conclave 2026 will feature seven strategically curated CEO war rooms, designed to bring healthcare leaders into focused, peer-driven conversations on the decisions, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of hospitals and healthcare systems. Moving beyond conventional discussions, these sessions will explore practical leadership approaches and real-world solutions across seven critical themes: “The AI Revolution: Transforming Healthcare and Future Readiness,” “The CEO’s First 100 Days: People, Priorities, and Performance,” “Balancing the Balance Sheet: Financial Sustainability,” “The Frictionless Hospital: People, Processes, and Technology,” “Digital Marketing: AI and Patient Funnel Economics,” “Talent Acquisition and Retention: Who Stays, Who Leaves,” and “Women Leadership: Inclusion and Leadership in Healthcare.” From harnessing AI responsibly and strengthening financial resilience to streamlining hospital operations, attracting and retaining talent, and advancing inclusive leadership, the CEO War Rooms will encourage candid exchanges of experience and actionable insights. The emphasis will be on connecting strategic vision with operational realities to help healthcare organizations become more agile, efficient, and responsive to patient needs.
The second day will build on these deliberations through five plenary sessions examining the emerging forces redefining healthcare management and institutional performance. The sessions will focus on “Branding and Advertising: Strategy, Creativity, and Communication,” “AI, Innovation, and the Future: From Hype to Impact,” “Reengineering the Managerial Experience: Leadership, Valuation, and MedTech,” “Transformation and Best Practices: Collaboration and Better Healthcare Outcomes,” and “Human Capital and Conflict Resolution: People Management and Leadership.” Bringing together healthcare leaders, academicians, and industry experts, these discussions will explore how organizations can translate technological advances into meaningful outcomes, build stronger institutional identities, foster collaboration, navigate organizational change, and create workplaces that enable people to perform at their best. Collectively, the sessions will reinforce the need to align innovation with sound management practices, ensuring that progress in healthcare is measured not only by operational efficiency but also by its impact on patient experience, quality of care, and organizational resilience.
Collectively, the seven CEO War Rooms of Global CEO Conclave 2026 will address key priorities in healthcare management, including strategic leadership, financial sustainability, AI adoption, operational excellence, talent retention, and inclusive leadership. Through practical insights and peer exchange, the plenary sessions at Global CEO Conclave 2026aim to foster actionable solutions for building resilient, innovative, and patient-centric healthcare organizations.
The Global CEO Conclave 2026 will conclude with a valedictory session featuring closing remarks by Mr. Raj Gore, Operating Partner, Advent, followed by the wrap-up and vote of thanks by Dr. Lallu Joseph, President, CAHO, and Prof. Jabir Ali, Dean, Faculty and Research, IIM Jammu.By bringing together leaders who shape healthcare policy, management, technology, and delivery, the Global CEO Conclave 2026 seeks to build meaningful bridges between leadership vision and on-ground impact. The collaboration between IIM Jammu, CAHO, and the wider healthcare ecosystem reflects a shared commitment to advancing a healthcare system that is innovative in its approach, sustainable in its operations, resilient in the face of change, and compassionate in its care. The Global CEO Conclave 2026 aspires to translate collective insights into purposeful action, strengthening the foundations of patient-centric healthcare and advancing the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 envisioned by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji.
