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November 5, 2025
November 5, 2025
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November 5, 2025 at 12:00 pm PST
HITEC 2025 Oakland, CA Regional Event hosted by Blue Shield of California
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November 5, 2025
12:00 pm
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Blue Shield of California headquarters
601 12th St., Oakland, CA
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November 5, 2025
1:00 pm
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1:30 pm
Welcome Remarks
Edgar Alonzo
Senior Product Strategist
Blue Shield of California
Vanessa Colella
CEO
Stellarus
Eddie Borrero
SVP & CIO
Stellarus
Omar Duque
President & CEO
HITEC
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Virtual
November 5, 2025
1:30 pm
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2:10 pm
AI in Healthcare: A Stellarus Perspective
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the landscape of health care, moving from theory into practice in meaningful ways that directly affect our well-being. Rather than just abstract concepts or futuristic visions, this session spotlights tangible innovations: how AI is streamlining patient care, personalizing treatment plans, speeding up diagnoses, and optimizing insurance coverage for millions. You’ll witness how AI-powered systems are helping providers deliver more precise, efficient, and compassionate care, while health insurers harness predictive analytics to design more affordable, accessible, and tailored coverage for their members.
Eddie Borrero
SVP & CIO
Stellarus
Mike Becker
Director, Advanced Analytics.
Stellarus
Vic Tandon
Director, Health Innovation Product Strategy.
Stellarus
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Virtual
November 5, 2025
2:10 pm
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2:50 pm
Artificial Intelligence role in transforming traditional IT teams
This session explores how AI is transforming the way traditional IT teams support business objectives. Roles are changing, skill sets are shifting, and timelines to make the transition are accelerating. On this panel we will discuss how leaders and teams are experiencing this transformation and the strategies being used to set the pace for change.
Ron Thompson
VP, Applications
Stellarus
Mike Peterson
VP, Developer and Employee Experience.
Stellarus
Vidya Rai
Senior Manager, IT Development, Stellarus
Stellarus
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Virtual
November 5, 2025
2:50 pm
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3:25 pm
Networking Break
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November 5, 2025
3:25 pm
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3:30 pm
HITEC Foundation Presentation
Kelley Francis
Executive Director
HITEC Foundation
In-person
Virtual
November 5, 2025
3:30 pm
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4:10 pm
Adapting to Acceleration: Skills for the Technology Workforce in the AI Era
AI technologies are evolving faster than ever—reshaping industries, workflows, and expectations. This panel explores the essential skills professionals need to thrive in a technology landscape defined by constant innovation and intelligent systems.
Sulabh Srivastava
Managing Director
Accenture
Gabe Cervantes
Director of Scalable Foresight
Institute for the Future
Omar Duque
President & CEO
HITEC
In-person
Virtual
November 5, 2025
4:10 pm
to
4:50 pm
Career Journey in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
This conversation will highlight how professionals in health care are leveraging data science and AI to transform patient care and operational efficiency. Attendees will hear first-hand experiences about navigating a career in these cutting-edge fields, including the challenges and opportunities unique to the health care industry. Learn how expertise in data and AI is driving innovation, improving clinical decision-making, and shaping the future of health care delivery.
Eddie Borrero
SVP & CIO
Stellarus
Greg Ryslik
Senior Vice President and Chief Data and AI Officer.
Stellarus
Thomas Bengtsson
Head Data Science
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Virtual
November 5, 2025
4:50 pm
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5:00 pm
Closing Remarks
Omar Duque
President & CEO
HITEC
In-person
Virtual
November 5, 2025
5:00 pm
to
7:00 pm
Networking Happy Hour
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Speakers:
Eddie Borrero
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Edgar Alonzo
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Gabe Cervantes
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Greg Ryslik
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Kelley Francis
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Mike Becker
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Mike Peterson
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Omar Duque
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Ron Thompson
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Sulabh Srivastava
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Thomas Bengtsson
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Vanessa Colella
Colella
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Vic Tandon
Tandon
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Vidya Rai
Rai
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