March 2–4, 2026

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

Hilton Head, South Carolina
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Tidal is Spring Health’s flagship in-person event.

Over the course of three days, we’ll explore breakthrough ideas, foster meaningful connections, and chart the course ahead—together.

What to Expect

Access the Latest Insights
Cut through the noise and access the latest studies, trends, and evidence-based practices that can elevate your organization's approach to mental health.

Renew Your Mind in Coastal Serenity
Relax at The Westin Hilton Head, where Tidal unfolds beside ocean breezes and natural beauty—an ideal setting for rest and renewal.

Connect with Industry Leaders
Network with a like-minded community of business and people leaders who are highly motivated to improve workplace mental health. There will be both structured breakouts and open space for dialogue.

Gain Actionable Solutions
Learn actionable strategies to evolve your mental health benefits and hear from business leaders who have implemented programs resulting in net-positive financial ROI and positive clinical outcomes.

Speakers

Dr. Romie Mushtaq
Dr. Romie Mushtaq
Board-certified physician, best-selling author of The Busy Brain Cure, and Chief Wellness Officer for Great Wolf Resorts
Geena Davis
Geena Davis
Academy Award-Winning Actor, Author, and Founder & Chair of the Geena Davis Institute
Dr. Jennifer Posa, PhD, MS
Dr. Jennifer Posa, PhD, MS
Former Chief Wellbeing Officer
CIA
Dr. Adam Chekroud
Dr. Adam Chekroud
Co-Founder & President
Spring Health
Karishma Patel Buford
Karishma Patel Buford
Chief People Officer
Spring Health
Gijo Mathew
Gijo Mathew
Chief Product Officer
Spring Health
Dr. Millard Brown, MD
Dr. Millard Brown, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Spring Health
George Michaels
George Michaels
Chief Revenue Officer
Spring Health
Sean Bell
Sean Bell
General Manager, New Venture
Spring Health
Michael Brownfield
Michael Brownfield
SVP, Customer Success
Spring Health
Dan Harrah
Dan Harrah
VP of Clinical Sales
Spring Health
Kelly Johnston
Kelly Johnston
Senior Product Manager
Spring Health
Hannah Klempner
Hannah Klempner
Senior Director, Specialty Care Clinical Programs
Spring Health
Mohammad Dahdul
Mohammad Dahdul
Senior Product Manager
Spring Health
Kate Bentley
Kate Bentley
Senior Clinical Safety Officer
Spring Health
Monica Elliott
Monica Elliott
Director, Clinical Training and Programming
Spring Health
Greg Landmark
Greg Landmark
Senior Vice President of Total Rewards and People Analytics
Travelers
Diane Kurtzman
Diane Kurtzman
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Travelers
Jonathan Majernik
Jonathan Majernik
Vice President of National Accounts
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aimee Hollis
Aimee Hollis
Director, Global Benefits & Wellbeing
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Hallie Shepps
Hallie Shepps
Well-Being Associate Director
KPMG
Candida Wiltshire
Candida Wiltshire
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jane Ciancio
Jane Ciancio
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Agenda
Tuesday, March 3

9:00 am
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9:15 am
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Group Wellness Activity - Morning Meditation

9:15 am
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9:25 am
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Opening Remarks

Main Session
9:25 am
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10:10 am
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Leading Through the Mental Health Revolution

In an always-on culture, people expect the same from their mental health solutions. Support that’s accessible, affordable, and available when they need it most—not just at regularly scheduled sessions. In this opening keynote, Spring Health President and Co-Founder, Dr. Adam Chekroud, will share a bold vision for the future of mental health—one that solves the common pain points while deepening impact across workplaces, families, and communities. Get exclusive findings from our 2026 Benchmarking Report and inspiring insights to help you meet this pivotal moment.

In an always-on culture, people expect the same from their mental health solutions. Support that’s accessible, affordable, and available when they need it most—not just at regularly scheduled sessions. In this opening keynote, Spring Health President and Co-Founder, Dr. Adam Chekroud, will share a bold vision for the future of mental health—one that solves the common pain points while deepening impact across workplaces, families, and communities. Get exclusive findings from our 2026 Benchmarking Report and inspiring insights to help you meet this pivotal moment. 

Dr. Adam Chekroud
Co-Founder & President
Spring Health
Panel
10:10 am
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10:40 am
ET

Inside the Mind of Today’s Workforce: What Providers Are Hearing Now

Join Spring Health Providers as they unpack the biggest mental health conversations happening right now—AI anxiety, social isolation, the struggle to unplug, and the urge to fully dissociate. Hear firsthand how technology is shaping mental health, what trends are emerging in therapy sessions, and what today’s workforce is struggling with the most.

Join Spring Health Providers as they unpack the biggest mental health conversations happening right now—AI anxiety, social isolation, the struggle to unplug, and the urge to fully dissociate. Hear firsthand how technology is shaping mental health, what trends are emerging in therapy sessions, and what today’s workforce is struggling with the most.

Dr. Millard Brown, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Spring Health
Keynote
11:00 am
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11:45 am
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What High-Risk Organizations Can Teach Us About Resilient Performance

Dr. Jennifer Posa, PhD, MS
Former Chief Wellbeing Officer
CIA
Fireside Chat
1:10 pm
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1:55 pm
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Bend the Trend: The Business Case for Mental Health

The numbers are clear—mental health drives performance. Hear from CFOs who’ve seen firsthand how proactive mental health strategies lower medical spend, reduce turnover, and strengthen culture. Backed by research, results, and real stories, this session explores the financial and human impact of putting well-being at the center of business strategy.

The numbers are clear—mental health drives performance. Hear from CFOs who’ve seen firsthand how proactive mental health strategies lower medical spend, reduce turnover, and strengthen culture. Backed by research, results, and real stories, this session explores the financial and human impact of putting well-being at the center of business strategy.

George Michaels
Chief Revenue Officer
Spring Health
Panel
1:55 pm
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2:40 pm
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Responsible Intelligence: Setting the Gold Standard for AI in Mental Health

AI can revolutionize mental health care—or risk harming those who need it most. As millions turn to unvalidated AI tools for support, the need for ethical standards has never been greater. Join members of Spring Health’s AI Council for an inside look at how leaders are defining safety, transparency, and responsibility in mental health technology—and shaping the future of trusted, human-centered care.

AI can revolutionize mental health care—or risk harming those who need it most. As millions turn to unvalidated AI tools for support, the need for ethical standards has never been greater. Join members of Spring Health’s AI Council for an inside look at how leaders are defining safety, transparency, and responsibility in mental health technology—and shaping the future of trusted, human-centered care.

Kelly Johnston
Senior Product Manager
Spring Health
Main Session
3:40 pm
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4:25 pm
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Better Tech, Better Takeaways: Innovations That Help People Feel Better Faster

The future of care doesn’t stop when a therapy or coaching session ends. Join Spring Health’s Chief Product Officer, Gijo Mathew, as he unveils proprietary innovations that will make it easier to get the right support to the right person at the right time. Get an exclusive look at what’s next for Spring Health, our members, and their families.

The future of care doesn’t stop when a therapy or coaching session ends. Join Spring Health’s Chief Product Officer, Gijo Mathew, as he unveils proprietary innovations that will make it easier to get the right support to the right person at the right time. Get an exclusive look at what’s next for Spring Health, our members, and their families.

Gijo Mathew
Chief Product Officer
Spring Health
4:35 pm
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4:40 pm
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Closing Remarks

6:30 pm
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9:30 pm
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Social Event

Agenda
Wednesday, March 4

9:00 am
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9:15 am
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Group Wellness Activity

9:15 am
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9:25 am
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Opening Remarks

Keynote
9:25 am
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10:10 am
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The Brain at Work: How Neuroscience Helps You Build Trust and Engagement

Ever wonder why some teams click and others burn out? Dr. Romie Mushtaq, board-certified physician and Chief Wellness Officer, explains how leaders can use neuroscience to foster trust, engagement, and resilience. Learn how to align brain science with leadership strategy to create environments where employees feel valued, focused, and ready to perform at their best. You’ll walk away with practical tools to build psychological safety and true engagement in any workplace.

Ever wonder why some teams click and others burn out? Dr. Romie Mushtaq, board-certified physician and Chief Wellness Officer, explains how leaders can use neuroscience to foster trust, engagement, and resilience. Learn how to align brain science with leadership strategy to create environments where employees feel valued, focused, and ready to perform at their best. You’ll walk away with practical tools to build psychological safety and true engagement in any workplace.

Dr. Romie Mushtaq
Board-certified physician, best-selling author of The Busy Brain Cure, and Chief Wellness Officer for Great Wolf Resorts
Panel
10:30 am
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11:15 am
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Reinventing HR: Shaping the Future of Work

The role of senior HR leaders has never been more critical—or more complex. Today’s people leaders are not just stewards of the employee experience; they are business strategists, culture architects, and catalysts for transformation. In this candid conversation, senior HR executives will share the emerging priorities shaping the future of work, how to connect people strategy directly to business growth and ROI, and how to build influence and trust—both at the executive table and across the workforce.

The role of senior HR leaders has never been more critical—or more complex. Today’s people leaders are not just stewards of the employee experience; they are business strategists, culture architects, and catalysts for transformation. In this candid conversation, senior HR executives will share the emerging priorities shaping the future of work, how to connect people strategy directly to business growth and ROI, and how to build influence and trust—both at the executive table and across the workforce.

Karishma Patel Buford
Chief People Officer
Spring Health
Panel
11:15 am
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12:00 pm
ET

Beyond the Basics: Why Specialty Care Changes Everything

When specialty support is siloed, everyone loses—employees face delays and organizations face rising costs. By integrating specialty care—like support for substance use, eating disorders, and trauma—directly into the platform, we’re creating a faster, more effective path to healing. Hear from organizations that are leading the way and already seeing stronger outcomes for their people and real savings for their business.

When specialty support is siloed, everyone loses—employees face delays and organizations face rising costs. By integrating specialty care—like support for substance use, eating disorders, and trauma—directly into the platform, we’re creating a faster, more effective path to healing. Hear from organizations that are leading the way and already seeing stronger outcomes for their people and real savings for their business.

Sean Bell
General Manager, New Venture
Spring Health
Fireside Chat
1:15 pm
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2:00 pm
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Leading Through Crisis: How to Support Your Teams When It Matters Most

When a crisis strikes—whether it’s a sudden loss, violence, or a community tragedy—HR leaders are often the first line of response. This panel brings together a people leader and an on-site provider to share proven strategies, protocols, and resources that help organizations respond with compassion and confidence. Learn how to prepare your teams, protect your people, and lead with care when it counts.

When a crisis strikes—whether it’s a sudden loss, violence, or a community tragedy—HR leaders are often the first line of response. This panel brings together a people leader and an on-site provider to share proven strategies, protocols, and resources that help organizations respond with compassion and confidence. Learn how to prepare your teams, protect your people, and lead with care when it counts.

Dan Harrah
VP of Clinical Sales
Spring Health
Special Guest
2:00 pm
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2:45 pm
ET

Geena Davis, Oscar-winning actor, activist, and founder of the Geena Davis Institute

2:45 pm
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2:55 pm
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Closing Remarks

Social Event
2:55 pm
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3:55 pm
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Farewell Happy Hour

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