Speed Networking

Speed Networking is our way of making business connections with manufacturers as seamless as possible. We make it easy for you to meet with manufacturers for an introductory meeting in an organized, controlled setting.

As our honored guests, Medicaid payers are asked to participate in all activities at Crossroads, including Speed Networking.

About Speed Networking

Crossroads 2027 will feature two, 90-minute Speed Networking sessions. Appointments are eight minutes each, and there will be a two-minute break between each appointment.

Speed Networking appointments are held in a quiet and semi-private setting. Meeting booths are separated by curtains.

Once the Crossroads team has collected manufacturers’ appointment interests, you will have the option to select the manufacturers you’re interested in meeting with during Speed Networking. We will provide details regarding the manufacturer’s product pipeline and current products on the market. We are committed to prioritizing your interests in as many appointments as possible.

If you have additional questions, please view our FAQs below or contact us.

What Medicaid Payers Say

“The level of engagement exceeded my expectations. I was able to connect and network without feeling too bogged down.”

– Renee Williams-Clark, Tennessee Medicaid

“I appreciate the planning and organization that went into Speed Networking. The Crossroads team does a great job of keeping the sessions on schedule.”

– Dennis Smith, Mississippi Medicaid

“I loved Speed Networking. I think the timing of the appointments is great!”

– Kelli Littlejohn Newman, Alabama Medicaid

“I loved the relaxed environment it provides for interaction between pharma and states.”

– Sheri Dolan, Illinois Medicaid

Key Dates

Early May 2027

The final list of manufacturers participating in Speed Networking will be announced to Medicaid payers.

Mid May 2027

The Crossroads team will send the Speed Networking Interest Form to Medicaid payers. We will provide details regarding the manufacturer’s product pipeline and current products on the market.

June 2027

All Speed Networking participants will be notified of their scheduled appointments approximately one week prior to Crossroads 2027. Each participant, both the manufacturer and the Medicaid payer, will receive a calendar invitation appointment with appointment topics.

At the Conference

The two Speed Networking sessions will be held on:

Monday, June 14 at 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT
Wednesday, June 16 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CT

Frequently Asked Questions about Speed Networking

Speed Networking is a unique-to-Crossroads experience that is mutually beneficial for manufacturers and payers. We make it easy and organized for you to meet with manufacturers for an introductory meeting.

Yes! We encourage multiple team members to attend Crossroads and participate in Speed Networking. Please contact us for more details.

Once the Crossroads team has collected manufacturers’ interests, you will have the option to select the manufacturers you’re interested in meeting with during Speed Networking. We will provide details regarding the manufacturer’s product pipeline and current products on the market. We are committed to prioritizing your interests in as many appointments as possible.

Speed Networking will be held on Monday, June 14, 2027, at 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT and Wednesday, June 16, 2027, at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CT.

Speed Networking appointments are eight minutes each. There will be a two-minute break between each appointment.

Speed Networking appointments are held in a quiet and semi-private setting. Meeting booths are separated by curtains.

Yes! We would be happy to host you virtually for Speed Networking. Please contact us.

Prior to Crossroads 2027, both Medicaid payers and manufacturers will be asked to submit topics for appointments. These topics will be shared with participants ahead of the Speed Networking sessions.

Please arrive at the Legends Ballroom at least ten minutes prior to your scheduled appointments.

All Speed Networking participants will receive calendar invitations with their final Speed Networking appointments approximately one week before Crossroads 2027.