Orange County Business Council Hosts 2025 Health Care Forum

IRVINE, CA (May 7, 2025) — Executives from Orange County hospital systems and health care providers explored how health care drives economic growth, shapes Orange County’s future and supports a sustainable workforce at Orange County Business Council’s (OCBC) 2025 Health Care Forum, to an audience of nearly 200 local business leaders on May 6 in Huntington Beach.

Two moderated panels focused on timely topics such as advancements in treatment and patient care delivery, workforce development, preventative care, Orange County as a healthcare destination and contributions to innovation and science that are driving the future of the industry. The “Healthcare as an Economic Engine: Growth, Workforce and Sustainability” panel, pictured right, included moderator Darrin Godin, MHA, City of Hope Orange County Vice President of Marketing and Communication, and panelists Joan & Andy Fimiano Endowed Chair in Orthopedic Surgery and President of Hoag Specialty Clinic, James T. Caillouette, MD, FAAOS, for Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian; MemorialCare Health System President David Kim, MD; CalOptima Health Chief Operating Officer Yunkyung Kim, MPH; and UCI Health Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Nate Shinagawa, MHA.

The “From Strategy to Impact: How Healthcare Will Shape OC’s Future” panel, pictured left, included moderator Jeffrey Ball, OCBC President and Chief Executive Officer, and panelists Providence, South Division Chief Strategy Officer Matt Bader; Rady Children’s Health Regional President of Orange County Kim Milstien; City of Hope Orange County Chief Operating Officer Annette Morgan, MBA; and Slalom Healthcare Global Lead Jacqueline Myers.

“OCBC was proud to convene this exceptional group of leaders to explore the vital role of the healthcare industry—not only in delivering world-class medical care to Orange County residents and visitors, but also as a key economic engine driving regional prosperity,” said Jeff Ball, President and Chief Executive Officer of OCBC. “Orange County is home to some of the most renowned health care providers in the world, and their contributions are essential to both the advancement of medical innovation and the long-term economic growth and sustainability of our region.”

Panelists emphasized the importance of strengthening Orange County’s health care workforce through education-to-career pathways and closer partnerships with local universities. They also discussed the need for a supportive workplace ecosystem that fosters employee growth and retention, including on-the-job training and career development opportunities. Collaboration across sectors was noted as essential to building a strong, sustainable talent pipeline.

Title sponsor of the 2025 OCBC Health Care Forum was City of Hope Orange County. Gold sponsor was American Career College/West Coast University. Silver sponsors included Hoag, Kaiser Permanente, MemorialCare Health System, Slalom and UCI Health.

About Orange County Business Council
For 30 years, Orange County Business Council (OCBC) has been representing and promoting the region’s business community together with government and academia to enhance the economic development of Orange County, California. The Council’s core initiatives include developing pro-business solutions that lead to economic growth, education development that leads to a competitive workforce, advocating for a range of housing, and advocating for adequate investment in regional and statewide infrastructure for the nation’s sixth most populous county. Member organizations include businesses and local organizations representing a diverse cross section of industries including biomedical, construction, education, financial services, health care, manufacturing, municipalities, nonprofit, technology, tourism, transportation, real estate and utilities. For more information, visit ocbc.org.

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Orange County Business Council
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