Call for Coaches
Overview of Coaching Experience
At the HBA Annual Conference 2026, coaching is not an add-on. It is a core part of how leaders translate insight into action.
As part of the Empowerment Zone, the coaching experience provides attendees with dedicated space to pause, reflect, and activate what comes next in their leadership journey. In a fast-moving environment where leaders are expected to continuously deliver, coaching creates a rare opportunity to step back, gain perspective, and move forward with intention.
Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for a complimentary 30-minute 1:1 coaching session with an experienced executive coach. Coaches will connect with their assigned participants prior to the conference to ensure each session is focused, relevant, and impactful.
Coaching sessions will take place onsite during scheduled Empowerment Zone hours across conference days 2 and 3.
Examples of Coaching Topics
Attendees define the focus of their session based on what matters most to them. Coaches should be prepared to support conversations such as:
- Navigating leadership in an AI-enabled and rapidly evolving workplace
- Expanding influence in complex, cross-functional environments
- Positioning for advancement and next-level leadership roles
- Strengthening executive presence and visibility
- Leading teams through change and uncertainty
- Redesigning work, workflows, and performance expectations
- Building strategic relationships that accelerate impact
- Clarifying career direction and next chapter decisions
- Managing energy, resilience, and sustainable performance
Call for Coaches
The HBA is seeking a select group of executive coaches to deliver high-impact coaching sessions during the conference.
This is an opportunity to:
- Contribute to a high-caliber leadership experience
- Engage directly with leaders across the healthcare and life sciences ecosystem
- Demonstrate the value of coaching in real time
- Build visibility and credibility with potential clients
Conference attendees will review coach profiles and select the coach best aligned with their goals. Coaches will then initiate a brief pre-conference connection to align on priorities and expectations.
Coaching Commitment
Each selected coach will:
- Provide up to eight (8), 30-minute coaching sessions across the conference
- Offer pre-conference outreach to assigned participants
- Deliver a focused, actionable coaching experience aligned to attendee goals
Coaching Dates and Times:
Coaching will be scheduled during the following times:
- Tuesday, 17 November, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Tuesday, 17 November, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM
- Wednesday, 18 November, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
What HBA Provides
In recognition of their contribution, selected coaches will receive:
- Complimentary registration to the Annual Conference
- Recognition on the conference microsite
- Visibility on an HBA stage.
- Opportunity to engage with an audience of enthusiastic and supportive colleagues in the healthcare industry
Application Requirements
To be considered, applicants must submit:
- Name, title, and company
- Coaching credentials and certifications
- 150-word professional bio
- Areas of coaching expertise
- High-resolution headshot
- At least one professional reference (name and email)
- Links to website, content, testimonials, or speaking engagements
Selection Criteria
Coaches will be selected based on:
- Depth and relevance of coaching experience
- Alignment with leadership challenges facing today’s workforce
- Ability to deliver concise, high-impact coaching in a short format
- Experience working with leaders across industries and career stages
Preference may be given to HBA members and employees of HBA corporate partners and to applicants who will be available for the entirety of the conference.
Application Deadline
Applications are due by 26 June 2026
Why This Matters
Across three days, the conference is designed around the questions leaders are asking right now:
- Who do I need to become to lead what’s coming?
- How do I create meaningful impact in complex organizations?
- What am I intentionally building toward next?
Coaching is where those questions become personal—and where insight turns into action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Coaches provide 30-minute 1-on-1 sessions that help attendees reflect on their leadership, work through a current challenge, or identify next steps. Coaching is part of the Empowerment Zone, where participants translate insight into action.
Attendees will select a coach through the conference platform and schedule their session in advance or onsite, based on availability.
Each coach may conduct up to eight (8) coaching sessions, each lasting 30 minutes, on Tuesday and Wednesday of the conference. Preference will be given to applicants who will be available for the entirety of the conference.
Coaching will be scheduled during the following times:
- Tuesday, 17 November, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Tuesday, 17 November, 3:15 PM – 5:15 PM
- Wednesday, 18 November, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
No. Coaching sessions are participant-driven. You may bring your own tools or frameworks if helpful, but there is no requirement to prepare formal materials.
Yes. You will receive information about your assigned participants ahead of your scheduled sessions, allowing you to connect briefly and align on goals if desired. If you have availability/cancellations, you may fill those spots with walk-ins onsite.
Yes. Coaches are expected to initiate a brief pre-conference connection to ensure the session is focused and productive.
No. Follow-up is optional and at your discretion.
Yes. Coaches will be asked to participate in a virtual orientation. The date and time will be confirmed shortly after coach selections are finalized. The session will be recorded and shared with those who are unable to attend the live orientation.
Yes. All selected coaches will receive a complimentary conference registration.
No. Coaches are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses.
Yes. Coaching sessions are scheduled within specific windows, allowing you to participate in other parts of the conference.
Attendees will review coach profiles, including areas of expertise, and select the coach who best aligns with their goals.
Topics may include leadership growth, career progression, navigating organizational complexity, team effectiveness, and managing performance and priorities in a changing work environment.
Coaches who are able to quickly build trust, ask focused questions, and guide participants toward clear, actionable next steps tend to create the most impact in a 30-minute session.
Kayla Brennan at kbrennan@hbanet.org