Tuesday, September 15, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  

NALTO^® Registration and Exhibitor Set-Up

3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. 

President's Welcome and Keynote Presentation: "Who Do You Say That You Are?" — The Intersection Between Personal Identity and Job Satisfaction (Client Perspective) – Carrie Moore/Executive Recruiter/Speaker at Dartmouth Health

The conference officially opens with a welcome from NALTO's President, followed by a thought-provoking keynote. In a competitive staffing landscape, the locum tenens professionals and organizations that thrive are those with a clear, authentic sense of identity. This session explores how personal and organizational identity directly influences job satisfaction, client relationships, and long-term performance — and what that means for how we show up in our work every day.

4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions — Choose Your Track: Select the session most relevant to your role and goals. All three tracks run simultaneously for 30 minutes then there will be a 10-minute transition to the next topic of choice.

TRACK A:  AI in Locums – Trey Hutchins, Senior Director, Healthcare Practice – Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how locum tenens firms do business. This session examines the tools, platforms, and workflows leading organizations are using to reduce timelines and cut costs without sacrificing accuracy.

TRACK B: Attracting & Retaining Top Talent – Shawn Mullen, President and CRO - Interim Physicians

This session dives into the strategies firms are using to differentiate their value proposition, build loyalty, and reduce employee churn — from onboarding experience to communication cadence to long-term relationship management.

TRACK C: Risk Management — How to Avoid Litigation – Karen Hayes, Chief Risk Officer - Hayes Locums

Contracts, malpractice coverage, scope-of-practice disputes — the legal landscape for locum tenens firms is complex and ever-evolving. This session offers practical guidance on identifying and mitigating your greatest areas of legal exposure, with real-world case examples and best practices from risk management professionals.

TRACK D: Credentialing Best Practices – Lynn Mitchell, VP of Operations – Vista Staffing

Credentialing failures remain one of the most significant sources of legal exposure for locum tenens organizations and the facilities they serve. This roundtable will examine credentialing standards and common gaps in the verification process, the importance of primary source verification, and strategies for ensuring compliance across diverse placement settings. Participants will share real-world challenges and practical approaches to building credentialing frameworks that protect patients, providers, and organizations alike.

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Evening Reception with Exhibitors

Close out Day One in style. Join your colleagues, sponsors, and exhibitors for an evening of conversation, cocktails, and heavy appetizers. This signature networking reception is in a relaxed setting and beneficial to build relationships, celebrate the day, and carry the energy of the conference into the next day

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026

7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  

NALTO^® Registration Desk Open 

The registration desk is available throughout the day for late arrivals, badge pickup, and event information.

8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open

Breakfast with Exhibitors

9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. 

Provider/Client Panel: Voice of the Customer

Hear directly from the people who matter most — the clients and providers who rely on locum tenens staffing every day. This candid panel discussion surfaces real-world expectations, frustrations, and opportunities straight from the field. What do clients wish staffing firms understood? What do providers need to thrive? Bring your questions and leave with clarity.

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. 

Refreshment Break With Exhibitors 

10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 

Legislative Update: Federal & State Policy with McGuireWoods Consulting

Stay ahead of the regulatory landscape. NALTO's government affairs partners at McGuireWoods Consulting deliver an up-to-the-minute briefing on federal legislative developments affecting the locum tenens industry. State Updates will be given by members of the Legislative Committee that have been working closely with our state lobby firms in NY and CA. This is an essential session for every leader in the room.

12:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

Networking Lunch with Exhibitors

Sit down, slow down, and connect. This structured networking lunch offers the chance to deepen relationships with peers and exhibitors in a casual, community-driven setting. Conversations started here often continue long after the conference ends.                

1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions: Scaling Your Business - Start-Up and Small to Medium

Whether you're launching a new locums firm or navigating the growing pains of scaling an established operation, these concurrent sessions are attuned to your business size - whether a Start-Up OR Small to Medium - and deliver practical, hard-won insight. Hear from leaders who have built and grown successful businesses, and walk away with actionable strategies for building infrastructure, developing talent pipelines, and sustaining growth without sacrificing culture or quality.

2:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Refreshment Break with Exhibitors

2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closing Keynote: Culture, Leadership & Purpose - Shane Jackson, President – Jackson Healthcare 

4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 

Mid-year Hall of Fame Nominations  

Help recognize the outstanding individuals shaping the locum tenens industry. This session invites attendees to put forward nominations for NALTO's Hall of Fame — celebrating leadership, innovation, and lasting contributions to the profession. An important tradition and a highlight of every Fly-In. 

6:30 p.m. 

Evening Event — Meet to Go to the Aquarium