Hosts / speakers

For this episode, listeners will find out why the 45th IHF World Hospital Congress is an event like no other. The IHF Events team together with CEO, Ronald Lavater, sat down with Linda Clark, to discuss the features of the Congress and what to expect in Dubai.

Ronald Lavater

Chief Executive Officer

Ronald leads the IHF Secretariat, managing the team and its performance, with responsibility for all day-to-day activities, and executive reporting.

Linda Clark

Director of Professional Development

Linda leads the training and development initiatives of the IHF Faculty, as well as coordinating events and membership activities across the Middle East region.

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