At RISE Healthy Communities Summit our keynote speakers set the tone for transformation. Each year, they bring the insight, inspiration, and real-world experience that empower our community to think bigger, act smarter, and advance the industry together.  

2026 Keynote Speakers

Heather Dennison

Dr. Heather Denniston

Dr. Denniston bridges the connection between personal well-being and professional success for elite leaders and their teams.  She delivers custom solutions for burnout and stress and provides cohesive habit-training strategies that maximize vitality, productivity, and resilience. 

Her Wellness Amplifier Performance Program is sourced from 25 years of private practice and working with companies from small start-ups to global giants like Microsoft. 

As a keynote speaker and coach, she motivates audiences covering topics from health and wellness to stress and resilience. She is the author of Three Day Reset and a regular contributor to several online wellness publications such as Thrive Global and Medium.