JOSH LINKNER – TOP HEALTHCARE KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Selecting the perfect keynote speaker for your upcoming healthcare event is an important decision. Entrepreneur, hyper-growth leader, venture investor, and bestselling author Josh Linkner will bring your event to life with his extensive experience and unique perspective in healthcare.
Linkner has delivered keynotes and/or consulted with many leading healthcare organizations including: Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Blue Cross Blue Shield, University of Michigan Health System, Eli Lilly, Oakwood Health, Proctor & Gamble, National Hospice Care, GlaxoSmithKline, Exactech, Owens & Minor, and Kimberly Clark. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of Beaumont Health System, one of the top large hospital systems in the US as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
Two factors in healthcare are driving the importance of innovation and creativity. First, the speed of change in new therapies, equipment, and procedures demands practitioners and professionals adapt to fresh, new approaches. Secondly, in this highly regulated field, the need for innovative solutions to complex problems has risen to the level of mission-critical, with life-and-death consequences to real-time challenges. Better outcomes and successful results are driven by innovative approaches in these rapidly-changing and challenging times.
An active leader in the field, serving as trustee for one of the leading healthcare systems, Linkner brings deep industry experience combined with extensive research in the field. Having worked with some of the top healthcare companies in the world, he has unique perspective, and understands the full value-chain – from medical devices and biotech research to the complex payor/payee relationship of insurance coverage. From cutting-edge drug therapies to advanced procedural practices, Linkner brings a fresh perspective to the field of healthcare.
— Eric Lefkofsky,
Chairman, Groupon
— Earvin “Magic” Johnson
— Seth Godin
— Steve Case,
Co-founder and former CEO, AOL
— Richard Davis,
Chairman & CEO, US Bancorp
— Jennifer Granholm,
Former Governor, State of Michigan
THE TOP 10 REASONS WHY JOSH IS THE PERFECT FIT
10. RELATABLE
With 20+ years as an active CEO, he’s a proven business leader with deep real-world experience. Audiences will relate to Josh’s substance and depth.
9. ENGAGING
Josh’s talks are interactive, fast-moving, and entertaining. Your audience will be fully engaged and leaning forward.
8. UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
As a five-time tech entrepreneur, professional-level jazz musician, venture capitalist, and rebuilder of his hometown of Detroit, Josh brings a fresh and compelling perspective.
7. REAL TAKEAWAY VALUE
Your audience will leave with meaningful tools, frameworks, and techniques that can be immediately applied to real-world challenges.
6. HIGH ENERGY / INSPIRING
Josh’s enthusiasm consistently inspires audiences. Guests will depart fired up, energized, and ready to reach new heights.
5. VISUALLY STUNNING
You won’t see bullet point lists or text-heavy screens with Josh. Instead, audiences are dazzled with high-resolution photography, energizing HD video clips, memorable props, and gorgeous visual transitions.
4. CAPTIVATING STORIES
Concepts are delivered through rich storytelling — not boring professorial directives. Emotionally-charged stories help the audience retain key points while enjoying a highly entertaining experience.
3. ZERO DRAMA
No outrageous demands. No diva-like requests. Instead, Josh is professional, accommodating, and easy to work with at every step.
2. CUSTOM CRAFTED
Instead of a ‘canned’ speech, Josh takes the time to learn about your organization, audience, and key objectives. His presentation will be on-point, relevant, and customized to your specific needs.
1. HIGH IMPACT
Josh will make every minute count. Your audience will be moved and inspired while gaining practical tools to improve their performance. He will do whatever it takes to ensure your event is a roaring success.
