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A Groundbreaking Virtual Summit for Health and Sustainability

On May 1, 2025, an unprecedented gathering of global leaders in health and sustainability will take place in a virtual format, heralding the start of the New York City Health Innovation Week (NYCHIW). This innovative, high-impact event is spearheaded by FINN Partners in collaboration with significant partners, including HITLAB and the Galien Foundation. The Global Health Purpose Summit 2025 aims to catalyze meaningful conversations around the intersection of human health and the well-being of our planet, under the unifying theme, 'People and Planet United.'

The summit will serve as a pre-conference event, showcasing how collaborative efforts among organizations and individuals dedicated to innovation can lead to breakthroughs in both health and environmental sustainability. As Stan Kachnowski, Founder of HITLAB, aptly put it, "Innovations in health cannot be siloed from the environmental realities impacting well-being globally." These sentiments resonate throughout the summit’s agenda, which is focused on delivering actionable insights and driving impactful solutions.

An Engaging Lineup of Speakers

Attendees can look forward to a day rich with interactive programming featuring notable speakers from various sectors. Thought leaders such as Keith Kerman, NYC Citywide Administrative Services Deputy Commissioner, and Rachel Hodgdon, President and CEO of the International WELL Building Institute, will shed light on the critical ties between health and sustainability. Other distinguished speakers include Rehan Khan, Managing Director at MSD India, and William Taranto, President of Merck Global Health Innovation Fund, among many others. Each speaker will contribute unique perspectives that highlight innovative approaches to address global health challenges while considering our environmental responsibilities.

The discussions at this summit are designed to inspire attendees and lay the groundwork for collaborative projects emerging from the health and sustainability sectors. Participants will engage in talks about how to optimize health outcomes while preserving the planet's resources, showcasing forward-thinking strategies that transcend traditional boundaries.

Highlighting Innovations and Creating Connections

The importance of this summit extends beyond the presentations and discussions. It also fosters an environment for networking among change-makers, allowing participants to forge relationships and explore potential partnerships. Following the summit, there will be a networking reception hosted by FINN Partners and HITLAB in New York City, encouraging dialogue and collaboration that could result in tangible advancements across health and sustainable practices worldwide.

As Gil Bashe, Chair of Global Health and Purpose at FINN Partners, notes, "People and planet health are not separate conversations — they are one unified dialogue." The event simultaneously emphasizes that the challenges facing our global community are interconnected and demand multifaceted solutions that prioritize both human and environmental health.

Join Us at the Summit

As we approach the date, the anticipation for the Global Health Purpose Summit 2025 continues to grow. Attendees are encouraged to reserve their places for both the summit and NYC Health Innovation Week activities. This is an unparalleled opportunity for stakeholders in health and sustainability to engage with trailblazers poised to shape the future of global health and environmental stewardship.

About the Organizers

FINN Partners, founded in 2011, has evolved into one of the world's most dynamic public relations agencies, focusing on innovation and collaboration. Recognized by Fast Company, PRovoke Media, and others for its growth and impact, FINN now boasts over 1,300 professionals across 36 offices globally. HITLAB, an innovator in healthcare technology and collaboration, plays a vital role in the summit, advocating for solutions to significant health challenges worldwide.

This unique convergence of leaders and innovators paves the way towards a brighter, healthier future for all.