This is the time of year when many organizations host their company kickoffs, sales kickoffs, and partner and industry events. Among them, HIMSS 2025 returns to Las Vegas hosted by the Venetian Convention and Expo Center, Caesar’s Forum and Wynn Las Vegas on March 3–6.
With more than 30,000 people expected from the healthcare payor, provider, and partner ecosystem, this is an event that can easily overwhelm a first-time attendee. By partnering with Connection during our 19th year as Diamond Sponsors, we can help make this week exceptionally valuable to you and your organization, whether this is your first year attending or one of many times.
Partnership: Existing and Emerging
HIMSS publishes a list of exhibiting partners to their public facing domain and keeps it current throughout the approach to the conference. Work with your Connection team to curate your partner meeting lineup and make your time at HIMSS 2025 more effective. This is a great opportunity to meet with your strategic application providers to align to your goals in the year ahead. Many partners will make important announcements and present new collaborations during HIMSS. It’s great to learn this information in real-time.
Continuing Education
Connection has several team members who hold their CAHIMS or CPHIMS certifications. Other professional and clinical attendees may earn CE credits for senior healthcare executives (ACHE), physicians (CME), nurses (CNE), pharmacists (ACPE), clinical dietitians (CDE), psychologists (APA), social workers (ASWB), project managers (PMP and others), health information management professionals (AHIMA), information security professionals (IAPP), cybersecurity professionals (GIAC), certified imaging informatics professionals (CIIP), and those seeking contact hours towards the renewal of CAHIMS®, CPHIMS®, or CPDHTS®. It can be difficult for individuals to keep current with their continuing education and HIMSS does a great job offering accredited content throughout the event.
Public Policy
With a new congress, newly inaugurated President Trump, and new cabinet, HIMSS 2025 offers a public policy track that will provide up-to-the-minute information on changes to regulations, governance, interagency news, and newly formed government departments under the new administration. Expect cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to remain at the forefront of these sessions, as well speakers from the current and former Trump administration leaders, including Seema Verma, former administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the largest payer in the world, between 2017–2021. Payor and provider organizations looking for a deep understanding of healthcare policy reform should invest some time in these sessions.
Networking
HIMSS 2025 is a reunion for those of us who have been attending over the last decade or more, an opportunity to share our clients’ success, and reaffirm the partnership that are our guideposts in delivering exceptional patient care. We look forward to hosting you in Booth #3907 to discuss all things healthcare IT.
Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies understands that the role of information security professionals and technology is that of many dimensions. Information security is no longer separate from IT operations or daily organizational operations. An organization’s information security posture has become a symphony; it takes every tool and every skill to maintain harmony. Dell Technologies’ focus is the intersection of people, processes, and technology—and the best application of all via mission-defined objectives. Security challenges will impact all organizations. Dell Technologies is a leader in protecting your data, protecting the integrity of your business operations, and being your trusted partner—from the endpoint to the vault and back.
Google Chrome | Intel
Chromebook Plus with Intel® Core™ processors deliver 2x the power, speed, memory, and storage of other devices1 that empower healthcare staff to do their best work. All devices run on ChromeOS, the most secure OS out of the box2, which protects employees from security breaches, and organizations’ bottom-line profitability from costly attacks. ChromeOS also integrates seamlessly with leading EHR vendors, virtualization partners, and preferred peripherals of leading healthcare organizations.
Abacode | Microsoft
MCCS Powered by Abacode + Microsoft Security offers a tailored cybersecurity and compliance solution for healthcare. This partnership enhances security, ensures compliance with critical regulations like HIPAA and HITRUST, and simplifies operations. With 24×7 monitoring and proactive support, MCCS Powered by Abacode + Microsoft Security enables healthcare providers to protect patient data and focus on delivering exceptional care.
Apple
Healthcare providers can deliver the best care when they have powerful, intuitive tools. Apple technology helps them work effectively within hospitals, connect remotely with patients, and conduct groundbreaking medical research. The result is care that becomes more efficient, more personalized, and ultimately, more human. Apple products transform the way doctors and nurses work with their patients. Apps on Mac, iPhone, and iPad allow hospitals to work more efficiently. Clinicians can access health records and data right when they need them. Nurses can ensure better patient safety while administering medication. And patients can stay informed and engaged in their own care by communicating with their medical teams during hospital stays.
Let’s Shape the Future of Healthcare Together at HIMSS 2025!
As we gather at HIMSS 2025, let’s embrace the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare together. Visit Connection in Booth #3907 to discover how our healthcare solutions and services optimize workflows, secure sensitive data, and elevate the patient and provider experience.
Schedule a meeting with the Connection team in Booth #3907 during HIMSS 2025.
1. Atredis Partners Google ChromeOS Competitive Analysis, 2024)
2. IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Google, Deploying ChromeOS for Better Security Outcomes, doc
Jennifer Johnson
Jennifer Johnson, Director Healthcare Strategy and Business Development, joined Connection in 2010 starting in field sales and joined the healthcare practice in 2015. Jennifer has more than 20 years in IT, including prior roles in distribution and manufacturing. Jennifer holds her Certified Digital Health Leader designation from the CHIME organization and is a member of HIMSS, where Connection is a diamond sponsor. Jen was named CRN Women of the Channel in 2023 and 2024 and holds certifications from NVIDIA (AI Advisor- Sales) and Dell Technologies (AI Champion- Partner Sales).
