Speakers

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

This has led to invitations to speak at the TED2013 conference, Adobe MAX Creativity Conference, World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, and the Million Dollar Round Table. Phil’s message of self-reinvention and the power of transforming adversity into opportunity translates well across audiences. This is regardless of the industry. His message inspires, motivates and re-energizes the creative spirit in us all.”- Ford Motor Company

“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

Besides speaking and doing art, Phil is an advocate for advancing art education. He’s the author of Tattoo a Banana, a guide to exploring creativity through art with everyday materials. And he’s the founder of Goodbye-Art Academy, providing high quality and free art education videos to teachers and students everywhere.

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.