Iodine Connect 2025: Corporate Innovation and Connection in the Heart of Nashville
Hosted by Iodine and produced by Charlie Grey Events, a Nashville-based Destination Management Company (DMC) specializing in corporate conferences and experiential event planning, Iodine Connect 2025 brought together healthcare technology leaders, clients, and partners for a week of learning, collaboration, and celebration in downtown Nashville.
The multi-day conference, held at The W Hotel, represented a major milestone following the Waystar and Iodine merger, combining two powerhouse brands in healthcare technology.
Full-Service DMC Support for Traveling Guests
With most attendees flying in from around the country — many from Iodine’s Texas headquarters — Charlie Grey Events provided end-to-end destination management, including rooming accommodations, airport transportation, and on-site coordination. The CGE team ensured a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure, showcasing Nashville’s signature hospitality.
Disco & Neon Welcome Party at Proof Rooftop
The event began Monday with registration and breakout sessions at the W Hotel, followed by an electric Welcome Party at Proof Rooftop Bar. The Disco and Neon theme created an energetic opening night featuring live music by Kaylyn Sahs.
As the lead event design and management team, Charlie Grey Events transformed the space with vibrant décor, modern lounge areas, and bold lighting to reflect Iodine’s innovative brand.
Key vendor partners included:
Minute Man – Custom branding and production elements
Rosie Day Collective – Custom signage and creative details
Angela Duggar Photography – Capturing the event through dynamic storytelling imagery
Charlie Grey Events – Full creative direction, décor, and logistics management
Seamless Conference Production
Tuesday began with breakfast at The W Hotel, followed by a high-impact main stage session produced by Charlie Grey Events in partnership with the Inspire team. The production was flawless — setting the tone for a day focused on innovation, leadership, and integration.
Speakers included:
Waystar CEO (opening remarks)
William Chan
Brad Wensel
Missy Miller, leading one of the standout breakout sessions
Throughout the day, CGE managed corporate event logistics and breakout room coordination, ensuring all transitions, AV cues, and hospitality details flowed seamlessly.
Midday Collaboration & Connection
After the morning sessions, attendees gathered for a networking lunch followed by one-on-one customer and provider meetings. Munch & Mingle created a casual yet polished vibe with custom snack bowls and branded culinary touches — another example of the thoughtful corporate event design CGE is known for.
Customer Appreciation Celebration at Acme Feed & Seed
The conference concluded with a lively Customer Appreciation Celebration at Acme Feed & Seed, where guests soaked in the downtown Nashville skyline.
Entertainment featured 30Vice Band, and Acme’s food and beverage service impressed the crowd. Guests participated in an interactive branding experience by Hip Hues, customizing luggage tags and koozies to take home.
Additional vendors included:
Echoes of Eden Florals – Vibrant floral installations
Rosie Day Collective – Signage and custom event branding
Nashville Candle Company – Custom-scented guest gifts
Spangler Entertainment – Iconic 7-foot boots and guitars for photo ops
Gray Line Nashville – Smooth guest transportation between venues
Angela Duggar Photography – Documenting every moment of the day and night
DMC Excellence and Corporate Event Expertise
For Charlie Grey Events, Iodine Connect 2025 was more than a conference — it was a showcase of corporate event production, destination management, and brand storytelling in action.
“Bringing the Iodine and Waystar teams together in Nashville was such a powerful moment,” says Kellie Maxcy, Founder of Charlie Grey Events. “Our goal as a DMC is to make every detail feel intentional — from transportation to signage — so guests can focus on connection and innovation.”
