HIMSS and Informa Markets Shape the Future of Healthcare Conferences in First Year of Partnership

CHICAGO – One year after partnering to expand the annual HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) and Informa Markets are building on the success of HIMSS24 to redefine the healthcare conference experience while paving the way for long-lasting community growth and engagement with healthcare providers, technology professionals and the many contributors across the global health eco-system.

The landmark partnership between HIMSS, a global advisor to the health eco-system, and Informa, the world’s leading exhibition organizer, united Informa’s scale, expertise and resources with HIMSS’s unparalleled thought leadership. In year two of the partnership, the organizations are working closely to make HIMSS25 the most “must attend” conference in HIMSS history. 

Recognized as the most influential health and healthcare event of the year, the HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition brings together the global health community in discovery, shared insights, education and innovation. As one of the largest healthcare events in the world, it draws tens of thousands of healthcare leaders and professionals, technology innovators, HIMSS members, providers, and governmental organizations from around the globe.

“Our partnership with Informa has been fantastic, exceeding our expectations in the first year,” said HIMSS President & CEO Hal Wolf. “Informa has impressive expertise in conference production, and together we are making the HIMSS Global Conference experience inspirational and informative for all attendees.”

HIMSS will soon unveil its investment in improving and updating the HIMSS Membership Program, and the Society’s leading digital transformation expertise. HIMSS maturity models create a global benchmark and certification process for every part of a health system’s digital health transformation, including analytics (AMAM) and AI readiness, electronic medical records (EMRAM), infrastructure (INFRAM), and community care (C-COMM). HIMSS Analytics provides the world’s healthcare systems with expert guidance and strategies to improve patient outcomes, protect data, reduce costs, and better develop and support their workforce.

Through dynamic and dedicated collaboration, HIMSS and Informa brought together nearly 30,000 healthcare professionals from more than 70 countries at HIMSS24 in Orlando to explore key topics, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, interoperability, and public policy. Nearly 500 speakers presented educational sessions selected through a highly competitive peer review process, and more than 1,000 exhibitors showcased the latest advancements in healthcare technology, services and devices on the expo floor.

At HIMSS25, hosted in Las Vegas March 3 – 6, HIMSS and Informa Markets will build off the success of the 2024 conference with elevated experiences, new networking opportunities with like-minded professionals, a world-renowned roster of expert speakers, and an exhibition hall delivering cutting-edge digital healthcare solutions.

HIMSS will continue to deliver expert certification for HIMSS Members, educational programming, and thought leadership that showcases the latest advancements and innovations in health information and technology. Informa Markets will provide unrivaled expertise in delivering world-class event experiences, a cutting-edge exhibition floor, executive-level thought leadership and attendee engagement.

A few of the planned improvements for HIMSS25 include an expanded program to connect entrepreneurs with investors, expanded access and offerings for HIMSS Members, and new health equity and smart health forums.

Registration for HIMSS25 opens on September 5, 2024. Learn more about HIMSS25.

About HIMSS

HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) is a global advisor, thought leader and member-based society committed to reforming the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. As a mission-driven nonprofit, HIMSS offers a unique depth and breadth of expertise in health innovation, public policy, workforce development, research and digital health transformation to advise leaders, stakeholders and influencers across the global health ecosystem on best practices. With a community-centric approach, our innovation engine delivers key insights, education and engaging events to healthcare providers, payers, governments, startups, life sciences and other health services organizations, ensuring they have the right information at the point of decision.

HIMSS has served the global health community for more than 60 years, with focused operations across North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific. Our members include more than 125,000 individuals, 430+ provider organizations, 500+ nonprofit partners and 550+ health services organizations.

About Informa Markets

Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate, grow, and connect. As a global business, Informa Markets provides marketplace participants around the world with opportunities to engage, experience and propel business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services and actionable data solutions. Informa Markets connects buyers and sellers across more than a dozen global verticals, including Boating, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Fashion, and Infrastructure. As the world's leading market-making company, Informa Markets brings a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year.