RISE Healthcare Society

MORE THAN A NETWORK.

A COMMUNITY
BUILT TO
RISE.

RISE Healthcare Society exists to elevate, connect, and empower minority women leaders across healthcare.

RISE Healthcare Society members gathered around the table

ABOUT RISE

More Than a Network.
A Community Built to Rise.

RISE Healthcare Society exists to elevate, connect, and empower minority women leaders across healthcare.

Through mentorship, leadership development, strategic relationships, education, advocacy, and collaboration, RISE creates space for women to exchange knowledge, expand their influence, and create lasting impact.

We believe women should not only be represented at the table—they should be leading the conversation.

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OUR PILLARS

Our name reflects our commitment.

R

Representation

Increasing the visibility, voice, and influence of minority women across healthcare leadership.

I

Inclusion

Creating spaces where diverse perspectives are welcomed, respected, valued, and heard.

S

Sisterhood

Building authentic relationships rooted in connection, mentorship, encouragement, and collaboration.

E

Empowerment

Providing the knowledge, relationships, resources, and opportunities women need to lead boldly and create meaningful change.

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When women rise into positions of influence, organizations become stronger, communities become healthier, and future generations see new possibilities.
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MEMBERSHIP

There is power in
who surrounds you.

RISE is for women who are leading, building, influencing, and shaping healthcare—and who understand that meaningful leadership is strengthened by meaningful relationships.

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Curated Connection

Relationships that extend beyond traditional networking.

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Leadership & Knowledge

Access to conversations, education, and insight that support your growth.

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Visibility & Opportunity

Expand your influence while helping create pathways for other women.

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Collective Impact

Use our combined leadership, resources, and relationships to serve our communities.

THE RISE EXPERIENCE

Leadership. Connection. Impact.

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In The Room

Where relationships, opportunities, and conversations happen.

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RISE & Learn

Education designed to strengthen women professionally, personally, financially, and as leaders.

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RISE Gives

Collective service that turns leadership into meaningful community impact.

RISE EVENTS

Upcoming Member Experiences

Explore what is happening at RISE. Click any event to view its full flyer and details. RSVP access and private event information are reserved for members inside My RISE.

NON-MEMBERS INVITED
OCT072026

RISE FIELD TRIP

Latina Women in Healthcare Leadership

Celebrating heritage, leadership, entrepreneurship and impact during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Wednesday, October 7 • 11:00 AM • Open to Members & Non-Members

MEMBER BONDING
OCT102026

CHRISTMAS IN OCTOBER

Pajamas, Holiday Magic & Bonding

An intentionally curated evening for sisterhood, laughter, holiday magic and meaningful connection.

October 10 • 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

SISTER SUPPORT EVENT
OCT162026

FALL INTO STRENGTH

Rebuild, Recover, and Return Home

An evening of rehabilitation education, community connection and real stories of recovery and renewed independence.

October 16 • 4:30 PM • Aviata at Palma Sola Bay

NETWORKING DINNER
NOV122026

CONNECTION • COLLABORATION

RISE Networking Dinner

Meaningful conversation, relationship-building, referrals, collaboration and our Member Showcase.

November 12 • 7:00 PM • Location revealed upon RSVP

RISE EDUCATION SERIES #1
NOV172026

AI & INNOVATION

Build Your Org Chart with AI

Delegate smarter, automate more and lead better by using AI as an extension of your team.

November 17 • 7:00 PM • Virtual

RISE GIVES
NOV252026

THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY IMPACT

Adopt a Senior

RISE will adopt 20 local seniors for Thanksgiving in partnership with Suncoast Aging Network.

November 25 • Community Impact

RISE MEMBERS INVITED
DEC052026

SCMS PHYSICIAN MEMBER EVENT

SCMS Holiday Brunch

A festive gathering with Sarasota County Medical Society physician members, sponsored by EliaCore.

December 5 • 11:00 AM–2:00 PM • Location shared with members

RISE MEMBER CELEBRATION
DEC052026

CELEBRATING A RISE SISTER

Stephanie Darilus’s Doctorate Degree Graduation Party

Join RISE in celebrating fellow member Stephanie Darilus and this milestone achievement.

December 5 • 5:00 PM • Location revealed to members in My RISE

MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS WELCOME
DEC122026

RISE HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

Holiday Celebration

An evening of connection, celebration, and sisterhood.

December 12 • 5:00 PM • Location revealed upon RSVP

MEMBERS ONLY
JAN232027

RISE & RESET

RISE & Reset Brunch

A new year. A bolder you. An inspiring brunch for women in healthcare to reflect, reset, and rise together.

January 23 • 11:00 AM • Members Only

PAST RISE EXPERIENCES

Past RISE Experiences

Celebrating the moments, conversations, and connections that continue to shape our RISE community.

SEP122026
FOUNDING CELEBRATION

Official RISE Launch: Founding Celebration

September 12, 2026 marked the official launch of RISE Healthcare Society and celebration of our Founding Members.

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SEP242026
MEMBER OPPORTUNITY

Casa Del Mar Bahamas

Luxury, wellness, ownership and investment with real estate investor Sabrina Magee.

September 24, 2026 • Virtual

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RISE Healthcare Society tablescape

A SEAT AT A BIGGER TABLE

Intentional. Established. Impactful.

Every detail reflects our commitment—to community, excellence, and a future where more women lead in healthcare.

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IN THE ROOM

Real Moments. Lasting Connections.

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OUR FOUNDING LEADERS

Meet the Women Helping RISE Lead Forward.

A collective of accomplished women committed to advancing representation, inclusion, sisterhood, and empowerment across healthcare.

FOUNDING LEADERSHIP2026✦

JOIN RISE

Your Seat at the Table Is Waiting.

Membership is now open.

Join a community where your leadership is seen, your voice is valued, and your growth is supported.

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