Leadership in Healthcare: Reflections & Observations

Join Wayne J. Riley, M.D., President of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, for a moderated discussion with Dean Peter Rodriguez. Dr. Riley will share candid insights and reflections on leading complex healthcare organizations in an era of unprecedented industry challenges.  He will also reflect on the lessons he carried with him from his time at the Jones Graduate School of Business into his roles guiding major academic health centers and serving in the corporate boardroom. 

RBP Thought Leadership events provide a unique opportunity to engage with Rice Business Partners, alumni, and distinguished leaders from across Houston’s business community. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their perspectives, exchange ideas, and foster relationships in a setting designed to encourage meaningful connections. The registration will close at 5 p.m. CT on January 13, 2026.