Feb. 4, 2026 — Acclaimed actor and philanthropist Jeremy Renner will serve as the closing speaker at the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition, March 9-12 at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas.
Renner will participate in a fireside chat focused on perseverance, purpose and the people who show up when it matters most. Spotlighting healthcare professionals and caregivers whose work turned uncertainty into forward motion, his appearance underscores HIMSS' definitive focus on bridging the global health ecosystem to Renner's treatment and lifelong recovery are powerful testimonies to the determination of human spirit and what is possible in recovery and beyond.
"I've learned that strength isn't just pushing through, it's also accepting help and choosing gratitude," Renner said. "Healthcare is personal. It's expertise, compassion, and teamwork that helps get people back to their lives. I'm honored to share my experiences with the HIMSS community."
Across the four-day event, keynote sessions at HIMSS26 will provide healthcare leaders, clinicians, executives, policymakers and innovators with varied perspectives from experts throughout the diverse healthcare ecosystem who are addressing today's most pressing challenges.
"Jeremy's message speaks to the heart of why HIMSS exists: to unite the people and technologies that improve outcomes and make care more human," said Elli Riley, Vice President, HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition at Informa. "His perspective is a powerful reminder that true progress is measured not only in breakthrough innovations and care delivery advancements, but in the meaningful impact we create — transforming lives for patients and families while empowering the dedicated teams who serve them every day."
As a defining moment for global health, HIMSS26 serves as a critical nexus for strategy, thought leadership, and partnership. The conference theme, Expert insights, Exceptional impact, underscores its focus on translating technology into measurable outcomes.
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