Our Impact
The HBA’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Mission
To Further the Advancement and Impact of Women in the Business of Healthcare
Vision
Creating Women Leaders for Life
The HBA’s Core Values
Moving Our Vision Forward, Together
At the HBA, we believe that furthering the advancement and impact of women in business of healthcare strengthens the entire industry—and benefits society as a whole. For nearly 50 years, we’ve worked to ensure that all professionals have access to the tools, networks, and opportunities they need to grow, lead, and make an impact.
As a nonpartisan, global organization active in more than 80 countries, we remain focused on building a healthcare workforce that reflects the patients it serves. Our vision is clear: We are Creating Leaders for Life.
We stay focused on what matters most:
- Advancing Leadership at Every Level
Women make up the majority of the global healthcare workforce but remain underrepresented in senior roles. Our programs are designed to support professionals at all career stages—building a strong, future-ready pipeline of leaders across the industry. - Improving Women’s Health
When women thrive, so do families, communities, and economies. We support initiatives that close the trillion-dollar women’s health gap and drive innovation that benefits all patients. - Strengthening Workforce Representation
Stronger healthcare outcomes come from leadership that reflects the workforce and patient population. We champion balanced leadership and collaborative solutions that elevate performance and trust. - Elevating Voices That Shape the Future
From research and innovation to patient advocacy and executive decision-making, diverse voices matter. We provide inclusive development opportunities—mentoring, training, and visibility—to ensure those voices lead the conversation.
Our Call to Action
We call on the HBA’s members, Corporate Partners, and stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem to:
- Invest in professional development for all employees, supporting a workforce ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges
- Champion solutions that address gaps in women’s health and elevate patient outcomes globally
- Foster balanced dialogue that ensures diverse perspectives shape the future of healthcare
The HBA Think Tank is an award-winning, research-driven initiative that unites senior leaders—women and men from around the world—to champion balanced leadership and accelerate measurable business impact across the healthcare and life sciences industry. By identifying systemic barriers, including those driving the trillion-dollar women’s health gap, the HBA Think Tank cultivates cross-industry collaboration to generate innovative, evidence-based solutions. Through strategic insights and actionable outcomes, the HBA Think Tank is reshaping the future of healthcare with a focus on health outcomes and sustained progress.
The HBA celebrates individuals and organizations driving meaningful progress across the healthcare industry. Our awards recognize those who bring innovative solutions, measurable results, and a steadfast commitment to developing talent, advancing leadership, and strengthening the healthcare workforce.