Heroes 2 Healers Convening

Empowering Veterans for Healthcare Careers

Monday, July 28, 2025 | The Campbell House, Lexington. 

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With over 200,000 U.S. service members transitioning to civilian life annually, including 3,000 in Kentucky, this pivotal event is designed to honor military veterans and how their expertise can strengthen Kentucky's healthcare workforce. Topics will include:

• Strategies for transitioning military medical personnel into civilian healthcare roles.
• Potential of programs, such as DOD SkillBridge, to place veterans in critical workforce areas.
• Discussions around legislative initiatives designed to bridge employment gaps and meet Kentucky’s growing healthcare demands.

Distinguished speakers include CPE President Aaron Thompson, Brigadier General (Ret.) Steven Bullard, and several Kentucky lawmakers and workforce leaders who will discuss legislative priorities and implementation strategies. Governor Andy Beshear has been invited as the luncheon speaker and to participate in a ceremonial bill signing for HB 303 (2025). 

Be part of tranformative change! Join us to connect with peers, policymakers, and employers dedicated to making Kentucky a Veteran-Ready State.

Who should attend?

• Employers seeking to hire skilled healthcare professionals.
• Policy advocates interested in veteran employment and healthcare solutions.
• Military and civilian healthcare leaders aiming to bridge workforce gaps.
• Veterans and transitioning service members exploring career pathways in healthcare.
• Stakeholder interested in the implementation of HB 303: An act related to military healthcare personnel, which was signed into law on March 19, 2025.

How can I attend? 

The cost for this event is $50/person and includes breakfast, lunch, and access to all sessions, and networking opportunities.  Registration closes on July 15th or until capacity is met.

Location, Lodging, & Parking

The event is taking place at The Campbell House located at 1375 South Broadway in Lexington. Parking onsite is plentiful and free.  There is no lodging block associated with this event, but you are welcome to book a room through their regular booking site, if needed. 

Event Information

• Questions regarding logistics or registration, contact heather.faesy@ky.gov. 
• Questions regarding programming or the Heroes 2 Healers initiatives, contact Carld.Wilson@ky.gov.