Karen Conway is a globally recognized healthcare strategist and speaker who connects the dots between supply chain, finance, policy, and patient outcomes. With a unique ability to unite diverse stakeholders, she helps healthcare organizations drive value, improve performance, and build sustainable, equitable systems.
As CEO of ValueWorks, Karen fosters collaboration across the industry to ensure healthcare resources deliver the greatest impact. Previously, she helped scale GHX into a multi-billion-dollar platform, developed industry-leading financial models, and advised top organizations on strategy, regulatory trends, and risk mitigation.
A sought-after speaker, Karen challenges audiences to rethink the role of supply chain in driving clinical, financial, and social outcomes. She speaks on topics such as healthcare sustainability, equity, and collaboration, offering real-world strategies for navigating today’s complex landscape. Whether discussing the intersection of supply chain and whole-person care, the growing role of procurement in climate resilience, or lessons from global healthcare delivery, Karen provides practical insights that help organizations prepare for the future.
Karen has led national and global initiatives on healthcare value, supply chain, and sustainability, including delivering remarks at a G20 Summit pre-event. She has served on multiple industry boards, co-authored textbooks on healthcare supply chain management, and published hundreds of articles.
A former journalist with deep expertise in both the public and private sectors, Karen holds a master’s degree in the Science of Healthcare Delivery from Arizona State University and a bachelor’s from The Colorado College.
Unlock lasting impact in healthcare with Karen Conway. Whether through keynote speaking, facilitation, research, or consulting, Karen tailors every program to meet your unique needs. Ready to turn challenges into opportunities? Let’s collaborate and create a solution that works for you. Contact Karen today to learn more!
