
We can't wait to see you there!
February 18- 20 | South Beach, FL
We are counting down the days until Joe Public Retreat 2026!
This year, you’ll join top health system marketers to envision how AI could transform the healthcare industry in ways few have dared to imagine. Along with inspiring sessions, expect great food, drinks, and plenty of sun and surf. Below you’ll find helpful resources to prepare you for the discussions.
Event Location

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel
1717 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Friendly reminder that a room block has been secured at the Surfcomber for our registrants. Please use the below link to reserve your accommodations in order to receive the special pricing.
Things to do in South Beach
South Beach is a playground. Stroll the iconic Ocean Drive, soak up the sun on white-sand beaches, or wander through the pastel art deco district for an Instagram-worthy walk. By night, the neighborhood flips the switch with rooftop cocktails, live music, and legendary nightlife. Whether you’re here for the culture, cuisine, or the people-watching, South Beach brings the energy 24/7.

The Einstein Divide
Transforming marketing & communications in an AI era

THE AI DREAM
Be there when the future is conceived
Artificial intelligence is no longer just hype—it’s poised to revolutionize healthcare marketing, pushing far beyond mere efficiency to fundamentally redefine the game. At the upcoming Joe Public Retreat, top health system marketers will gather to envision how AI could transform the field in ways few have dared to imagine. The group’s exploration will be inspired by Paul Roetzer, nationally recognized AI thought leader, who will spend a day helping to encourage, challenge and motivate attendees to think big and beyond. This isn’t your typical AI training or educational conference; it’s a rare chance to be in the room with the smartest people in the field to build the vision of AI and the future of health system marketing. Don’t miss this incredible experience.
12pm Lunch and Registration
2pm State of the AI World
Speakers and full description coming soon.
5pm Welcome Reception
7pm Dinner
7:30amBreakfast and Registration
8:30am Introduction with Chris Bevolo
9:15am Workshop Part One: Designing The Future of AI With Paul Roetzer
Speakers and full description coming soon.
12pm Lunch
1:15pm Workshop Part Two: Designing The Future of AI With Paul Roetzer
Speakers and full description coming soon.
6pm Cocktail Hour
6:30pm Depart for Dinner
8am Breakfast
8:30amThe Road to the AI Future: Realities and Promise
Speakers and full description coming soon.
11:30am Final Remarks and Closing
FEATURED EXPERTS




Paul Roetzer is founder and CEO of Marketing AI Institute; co-author of Marketing Artificial Intelligence: AI, Marketing and the Future of Business; host of The Marketing AI Show podcast; and creator of the Marketing AI Conference (MAICON).
As a speaker, Roetzer is focused on making AI approachable and actionable for marketers and business leaders. A graduate of Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Roetzer has consulted for hundreds of organizations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Previously he was founder and CEO of PR 20/20, a digital marketing agency that he sold in 2021.

Chris Bevolo has provided leadership and guidance in the areas of strategy, brand, marketing, digital, and change management to hospitals and health systems across the country for more than 20 years.
Chris is an award-winning author of six books, including Joe Public Doesn’t Care About Your Hospital, which became a field guide for driving transformation in hospital marketing departments across the country. His latest book is Joe Public 2030, which makes five bold predictions about consumer healthcare for this decade. He is a frequent keynote speaker and featured presenter on healthcare marketing and branding topics.

Stephanie Wierwille is the Executive Vice President of Engagement at BPD, where she helps healthcare brands craft and deliver compelling stories across digital, traditional, and emerging channels. With deep expertise in social-first, full-funnel marketing, she guides organizations toward marketing maturity and consumer-first engagement strategies.
With a decade of experience spanning healthcare and consumer brands, Stephanie has led digital and content strategy for organizations like MD Anderson Cancer Center, Cincinnati Children’s, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Delta Air Lines, Amazon, and Walmart. From launching TGI Fridays’ first social marketing initiatives to helping Delta reshape its approach to social media across operations, marketing, and corporate communications, she has been at the forefront of digital transformation.
Stephanie earned her MBA from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is an adjunct professor at The University of Oklahoma. Passionate about innovation, she continues to push the boundaries of healthcare marketing, ensuring brands connect with audiences in meaningful and measurable ways.
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Joe Public Retreat