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Phil Hansen
Multimedia Artist, Speaker, Author, and Innovator
Referred to by his fans as “the Artist for the People”, Phil Hansen is an internationally recognized multimedia artist, speaker, author, and innovator -- at the forefront of bringing art to a wider audience. Crashing irreverently through conventional boundaries, Phil works at the intersection of traditional art, electronic media, offbeat materials, and interactive experiences. His meta-art, with its process-focused videos (sometimes including destruction), powerfully demonstrates to millions that art is action, not just result.
Hansen's work also extends deeply into traditional media with features on the Discovery Channel, Good Morning America, the Rachael Ray Show, Last Call with Carson Daly, Glamour and many more. Many influential clients, including the Grammy Awards, Disney, Skype, Mazda, and the Rockefeller Foundation, seek out his work. The Journey Through Adversity. For the tens of millions who have seen Phil’s art on TV and online, it’s hard to imagine his artistic journey. His journey nearly came to an end when a tremor developed in his drawing hand. In exploring new ways to create art, Phil discovered that by embracing his shake. Limitations could become the passageway to creativity. His inspirational story was first shared on the TED stage to a standing ovation. It reached a global audience, with PBS, BBC, and CCTV among its broadcasters. Now, Phil’s ability to draw parallels to the business setting has won him followers among industry and business leaders.
Achievements and Recognition
“We need to first be limited in order to become limitless.” - Phil Hansen
At the request of some of his speaking clients, Phil has designed a unique art experience beyond the talk. This unforgettable interactive experience stuns companies with its originality, value, and effect. "A number of years ago at our sales meeting we had a very expensive performance painter present. I can say that the impact of Phil’s talk with the fingerprint art project provided much more impact and value. Being able to connect all employees to a single work of art is absolutely incredible." - Bethany Quam, General Mills President, Convenience & Foodservice Division
General Education Speakers
Ruth Plotkin Shumaker
Executive Leadership and Perioperative Management Consultant
A past national AORN President and recipient of the Award for Excellence in Perioperative Nursing, Ruth is renowned for her expertise in perioperative care.
Louie Ang
Perioperative Nurse Educator
Louie has experience in many different organizations and is a vital part of any team.
Ben Marthey
Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant
Ben's expertise in leveraging simulation has been instrumental in enhancing the proficiency and confidence of surgical teams.
Maria Raffucci-Cooper
Clinical Director of the Cardiovascular Operating Room
Maria is passionate about team development and fostering a positive OR culture.
Marissa Tierney
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Marissa's career spans pediatric and cardiovascular ICUs, perioperative services, and academic nursing.
Leadership Summit Speakers
Joanne Oliver-Coleman
Nurse Mentor
Joanne has been a leader in legislative advocacy for the protection of perioperative nurses and patients.
Carol Pehotsky
Associate Chief Nursing Officer of Surgical and Procedural Services
Ms. Pehotsky is an expert in perianesthesia nursing a podcast host.
Ayumi Fielden
Professional Practice Leader and Accredited Provider Program Director
Ayumi’s work elevates nursing practices through evidence-based policies and strategic education.
Elizabeth Williams
Perioperative Clinical Operations Nurse Manager
With a diverse background including roles as a staff nurse, RNFA, and board charge nurse, Williams currently serves as a clinical operations nurse manager.
Teodor Grantcharov
Professor of Surgery and Associate Chief Quality Officer
With extensive expertise in human factors, healthcare innovation, and clinical research, Dr. Grantcharov continues to advance surgical safety worldwide.
Kayla Simiele
Nurse Education Manager
An experienced leader and educator, Kayla has mentored colleagues and implemented quality initiatives.
Phyllis Quinlan
President
Phyllis Quinlan is a nurse entrepreneur, healthcare consultant, and certified personal and career coach.
Laura Gayton
Director of Outpatient Surgery
An AORN Board Member, Laura has contributed to perioperative leadership and patient engagement initiatives.
Caitlin Smith
Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services
Caitilin is dedicated to improving team engagement and patient care through innovative leadership in the perioperative environment.
Carol Applegeet
System Vice President for Perioperative Services
Carol has held roles as a staff nurse, educator, manager, and director and is the author of numerous articles on perioperative nursing.
Saurabh Kukreti
Director of Perioperative Business Operations
Mr. Kukreti's expertise in strategy and operations drives his commitment to optimizing healthcare delivery and enhancing efficiency across perioperative services.
Marjorie Wall
Leader in Sterile Processing
Marjorie’s career is marked by her innovative approaches to safety and efficiency in sterile processing, leveraging human factors and advanced techniques to improve healthcare outcomes.