OPEN MINDS 2026 Performance Management Institute Draws Record Attendance As Executives Focus On Sustainable Growth
GETTYSBURG, PA. (February 2026) — More than 700 executives gathered in-person and virtually for the The 2026 OPEN MINDS Performance Management Institute, held February 10–12, 2026, in Clearwater Beach, Florida. With 600 leaders attending onsite and more than 100 participating virtually, the Institute sold out for the first time since the pandemic, as executives prioritized practical strategies for sustainability and growth.
Designed for executive and operational leaders, the Institute delivered actionable guidance on workforce sustainability, financial performance, data-driven decision-making, and aligning clinical, operational, and revenue strategies for long-term success. A highlight of the institute was the Wednesday morning keynote discussion between David C. Guth, Chief Executive Officer of Centerstone, and CJ Davis, former Chief Executive Officer of Brightli and CEO-elect of Centerstone. Moderated by Monica E. Oss, CEO of OPEN MINDS, the discussion explored lessons learned from the landmark merger between Centerstone and Brightli. The leaders emphasized the importance of mission alignment, disciplined integration planning, and focusing on community impact—not just organizational scale.
Two executive summits also drew strong participation:
The 2026 OPEN MINDS Whole Person Care Summit, sponsored by Alera Health, examined how provider organizations are operationalizing integrated care models—aligning teams, technology, and payer strategy to deliver measurable outcomes across physical, behavioral, and social health domains.
The 2026 OPEN MINDS Workforce AI Summit, sponsored by Netsmart, focused on practical applications of artificial intelligence to reduce administrative burden, improve recruitment and retention, optimize revenue cycle performance, and enhance consumer engagement.
Across sessions, leaders engaged in candid discussions about sustainability, scale, workforce resilience, and accountability in value-based environments. The exhibit hall featured 28 companies offering technology and service solutions addressing operational, financial, and workforce challenges in behavioral health. Networking receptions and sponsored events hosted by Alera Health, Netsmart, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, and Qualifacts provided additional opportunities for executive collaboration.
“Leaders came to the Institute focused on building organizations that are sustainable, scalable, and outcome-driven,” said Monica E. Oss, Chief Executive Officer of OPEN MINDS. “The level of engagement reflected a field that is serious about strengthening performance and preparing for what comes next.”
Session recordings and presentation materials are available for attendees and members at performance.openminds.com/agenda and can be found by selecting “View Resource” under each event title.
Registration & Contact Information
The 2027 OPEN MINDS Performance Management Institute will be held February 16–18, 2027, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Registration opens July 1, 2026.
Registration is now open for all 2026 OPEN MINDS institutes:
- Strategy & Innovation Institute | June 9-11, 2026 | New Orleans, LA
- Service Excellence Institute | August 11-13, 2026 | San Francisco, CA
- Executive Leadership Retreat | September 29 – October 1, 2026 | Gettysburg, PA
- Technology & Analytics Institute | October 27-29, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA
Registration is included for OPEN MINDS Circle Market Intelligence Service subscribers. Use the Circle member code to register today.
For more information on any of OPEN MINDS’ educational programs, upcoming sponsorship opportunities, or media inquiries, contact the Executive Education Events team at events@openminds.com or 717-334-1329.
Premier Partners & Exhibitors
This program was made possible by the OPEN MINDS premier partners, Alera Health, ContinuumCloud, Core Solutions, Netsmart, Otsuka, Qualifacts, Spectrum Healthcare, and Trillium Health Resources.
Featured exhibitors will include 3LS Professional Services, Inc., 5e Analytics, Alera Health, Altruix, Beacon Crisis Dispatch, Cantata Health Solutions, CCNY Inc., Clinically AI, ContinuumCloud, Core Solutions, Genoa Healthcare, Grafton Integrated Health Network | Ukeru, mdhub, Medicus IT, MedTrainer, Mend, Netsmart, Proven Software, Qualifacts, Radicle Health, Scioto, SETWorks, Sigmund Software, SimiTree, Streamline Healthcare, Woods System of Care, and Zoobook Systems, LLC.
About OPEN MINDS
OPEN MINDS is a national market intelligence, management consulting, and marketing services firm specializing exclusively in the high-needs consumer market – mental health, addiction treatment, cognitive disabilities, chronic health conditions, elder services, health-related social needs, and adjacent markets within the health and human service field. The OPEN MINDS mission is to provide payers, service provider organizations, pharmaceutical, technology, and scientific firms that serve these consumers with the market and management knowledge needed to improve their organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Learn more at openminds.com.