Faculty

Greg Keilin

Co-Founder and Strategic Growth Advisor
Prosperity Behavioral Health

Greg is a co-founder of Prosperity Behavioral Health with 15+ years of experience in finance and corporate strategy. He has assisted in the evaluation, execution and integration of multiple behavioral health M&A transactions while implementing plans for data-driven revenue cycle to help customers grow.

2026 Sessions

Service Line Cycles: What Worked, What Broke, and What’s Next (2026–27)

<strong>Session Description</strong>: Behavioral health has seen multiple “hot” service lines surge—then cool—often driven by changes in payer behavior, regulation, referral dynamics, and reimbursement reality. This panel takes a candid look at the last decade of service line cycles (what scaled well, what became fragile, and what operators wish they had seen sooner), then pressure-tests what may be next in 2027—from stabilization models and specialty tracks to newer demand areas and emerging modalities.<br>
You’ll hear perspectives across operations, revenue cycle, and payer strategy on the real drivers behind profitability and durability: network participation, medical necessity and utilization management, documentation standards, outcomes expectations, and the operational infrastructure required to sustain performance as the market tightens. Attendees will leave with a clearer framework for evaluating “next big” opportunities—what to pursue, what to avoid, and what signals to watch before placing a bet.<br>

Moderator

Panelist

Tuesday, December 15 1:30–2:15 PM
Advisory Board/Faculty

Ryan Kaczka

Ryan Kaczka is a seasoned private equity investor, investment banker, and operator with a specialization in initial public offerings, leveraged buyouts, mergers and acquisitions, and de-novo companies. With a primary focus on behavioral health, Ryan also spearheads investments in digital health, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and banking. With extensive experience in operations and leadership, he has served as CEO, COO, and board member of numerous companies. In 2018, he was recognized as the Tampa Spotlight CEO and named NJBIZ's 2023 Healthcare Innovator of the Year.

Mr. Kaczka is a prominent figure on various boards, including portfolio companies, the Rutgers University Center for Addiction Studies, the White House/ONDCP Opioid Litigation Abatement Advisory, an international bank, and an international healthcare non-profit. He also serves as a personal advisor to numerous federal, state, and local leaders, including Senators, Congressmen, Committees, Governors, and Department leaders. With a passion for Muay Thai fighting, astrophysics, and advocating for national healthcare and banking reform, Mr. Kaczka brings a unique perspective to his work in the field. His expertise and accomplishments make him the go-to choice for private equity and M&A expertise.

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Faculty

Tom Britton

PhD
CEO
Britton and Company Consulting

Dr. Britton's career journey in the mid-1990s began in the behavioral health sector, focusing on assisting patients with mental illness, substance use, and developmental disabilities. With a relentless pursuit of knowledge, Dr. Britton holds two master's degrees and a Doctorate in Public Health, specializing in executive leadership and strategy. His dedication and expertise propelled him to his first senior leadership position at the age of thirty-one. Over the past 24 years, he has overseen progressively larger organizations, notably serving as Division President of a prominent addiction treatment provider and holding four CEO positions in leading national behavioral health care organizations. In his most recent role as the owner and founder of Britton + Company Consulting, Dr. Britton serves as a partner to private equity-backed, privately held, and not-for-profit businesses. Britton + Company Consulting supports businesses in navigating the rapidly changing and dynamic landscape of healthcare, with a specialization in behavioral healthcare. Specifically, he partners with organizations to create and execute strategic plans that drive growth, profitability, and clinical excellence. Services include operational analysis, mergers and acquisition, talent management, strategic planning, and board support including operating partnerships.

Faculty

Dan Gemp

Founder & Principal
Gempire Advisory

Daniel Gemp is the Founder & Principal of Gempire Advisory and a successfully exited entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare, technology, and growth strategy. He built and sold a national healthcare marketing agency, Dreamscape, that generated over $5B in client revenue via performance marketing. His work has led to hundreds of millions in M&A activity, completing two acquisitions of his agency in the process into what became the largest in the healthcare sector. Daniel advises executives, investors, and boards on scaling with AI-enabled business systems, blockchain, and advanced digital marketing, and is a frequent speaker at national conferences. He serves as a fractional Chief AI Officer at several innovative healthcare operators and will continue to expand his AI engagements and investments in the AI space.

Faculty

Greg Keilin

Co-Founder and Strategic Growth Advisor
Prosperity Behavioral Health

Greg is a co-founder of Prosperity Behavioral Health with 15+ years of experience in finance and corporate strategy. He has assisted in the evaluation, execution and integration of multiple behavioral health M&A transactions while implementing plans for data-driven revenue cycle to help customers grow.

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