Our 2026 Sponsors

Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

For more than 75 years, Arkansas Blue Cross has been trusted by Arkansans for affordable, reliable insurance plans. Arkansas Blue Cross offers health and dental insurance policies for individuals and families who purchase their insurance directly as well as those whose insurance coverage is provided through their employer. Arkansas Blue Cross offers a full portfolio of health management tools and resources designed to improve the health of our members.

Arkansas Children’s

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state solely dedicated to caring for children, which allows our organization to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. For more than a century, we have continuously evolved to meet the unique needs of the children of Arkansas and beyond. Our system includes two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, a foundation, clinics, education and outreach.

State Health Alliance for Records Exchange (SHARE)

The State Health Alliance for Records Exchange (SHARE) is Arkansas’s only statewide Health Information Exchange (HIE). SHARE is a product of the Office of Health Information Technology which is part of the Arkansas Department of Health. SHARE securely connects doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other health care professionals. It allows health care professionals to view a complete patient medical history so they can have the information they need to provide the best care possible.

AFMC

AFMC is a nonprofit organization with a mission to promote excellence in health and health care through education and evaluation. Established in 1972 as a Professional Standards Review Organization, AFMC has over five decades of health care experience. We work with the state Medicaid programs, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, health departments, hospitals, clinicians, long-term care facilities, and private insurers.

CareSource

CareSource is a nationally recognized, nonprofit managed care organization serving over 2 million members. Founded in 1989, CareSource administers one of the largest Medicaid managed care plans in the U.S. The organization offers a variety of health insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare and Health Insurance Marketplace products. CareSource is transforming health care by providing innovative programs to patients in AR, GA, IN, KY, MI, NC, OH, and WV.

River Valley Medical Wellness

River Valley Medical Wellness is your trusted partner in healthcare, providing personalized, integrated care for your entire family through every stage of life. Our comprehensive approach combines Primary Care, Mental Health Care, and Addiction Care to ensure that all aspects of your health are addressed in one place. From routine check-ups and diagnostic testing to managing chronic conditions and addiction medicine services, we are here to guide you on your health journey.

Otsuka

Otsuka is a global, research-driven healthcare company founded in Japan in 1921. It operates in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and medical devices, focusing on areas like mental health, nephrology, and oncology. Known for developing innovative products (e.g., Abilify), it spans 28 countries, employing over 45,000 people.

SAMHSA

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA envisions that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health and substance use conditions receive care, achieve well-being, and thrive.

Ambetter from Arkansas Health and Wellness

Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness provides affordable health insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace in Arkansas. It offers coverage options (Bronze, Silver, Gold) that include essential health benefits, such as preventative care, doctor visits, and mental health services, along with prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage.

HRSA

HRSA programs provide health care to people who are geographically isolated and economically or medically vulnerable. This includes programs that deliver health services to people with HIV, pregnant women, mothers and their families, those with low incomes, residents of rural areas, American Indians and Alaska Natives, and those otherwise unable to access high-quality health care.