Special Pathogens Preparedness Conference
June 10, 2025
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Hosted in Lansing, MI
Regional host sites in Gaylord, MI & Harris, MI
Registration for this event is now closed. With questions, please e-mail events@transcendx.us
The Special Pathogens Preparedness Conference is a full-day hybrid event taking place in Lansing, Gaylord, and Harris, MI.
Designed to enhance hospital and EMS readiness for highly infectious disease outbreaks, the event includes expert speakers, interactive tabletop exercises, and scenario-based learning. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies for managing supply chain disruptions, coordinating EMS transport, and improving crisis communication. Each organization will leave with a ready-to-use tabletop exercise to support ongoing preparedness training.
Integrated Learning Experience
During the day you will hear from expert speakers and then participate in a short Table Top Exercise around the topic you just learned.
Philippe Borremans
Philippe Borremans is a seasoned crisis communications expert with more than 20 years in public relations and risk communication. He served with the World Health Organization during COVID-19, developing global health messaging and fighting misinformation. He specializes in helping agencies communicate effectively during public health emergencies.
Lee Levy
Major General (Ret.) Lee Levy II is a global logistics and supply chain expert with over 34 years in the U.S. Air Force. As former Commander of the Air Force Sustainment Center, he led a 43,000-person enterprise supporting global operations. Now President & CEO of The Levy Group, he advises on supply chain resilience and emergency preparedness.
Wade Miles
Wade Miles, NRP, Operations and Training Manager for the Office of Critical Event
Preparedness and Response is responsible for the development, management and delivery of
educational programs. Mr. Miles also serves as the Deputy Director for Emory EMS (EEMS) and is a current member of the National EMS Advisory Council (NEMSAC)
Disclosure: The planners and speakers have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through joint providership of Central Michigan University College of Medicine and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Central Michigan University College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Central Michigan University College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
EMS Continuing Education Credits have also been approved for this event.
Multi-Location Event
Lansing, MI
The Kellogg Center will host participants from Region 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
Gaylord, MI
University Center of Gaylord will host participants from Region 7
Harris, MI
The Island Resort & Casino will host participants from Region 8
