Conference | September 08, 2025 To September 11, 2025 | Clearwater Beach, FL
The 2025 WLT Client Conference in Clearwater Beach brought together leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across the industry for a week of collaboration and forward-looking dialogue. At the MDI Lounge, we had the privilege of exchanging perspectives, building new connections, and engaging in conversations that looked ahead to the future of the TPA community.
Key Voices and Perspectives
One of the most engaging sessions of the week was the panel on “Innovative TPA Strategies for Growth, Profitability, and Client Retention.” Kirti Mutatkar, President and CEO of UnitedAg, joined fellow industry leaders to share how TPAs can strengthen client relationships, unlock profitability, and scale growth through targeted innovation. The discussion moved beyond theory, offering a grounded look at what it takes to turn strategy into action, blending operational efficiency with client-centric design.
Beyond the Sessions
The week wasn’t only about panels and presentations. Clearwater Beach offered the perfect backdrop for genuine connection, good conversations, good cigars, and good company with peers like Garrick Hunt, Megan Smith, and Eric Browne. These moments reminded us that the best part of conferences often happens off stage, where relationships are built and ideas are shared openly.
That same energy carried into countless discussions as Tilak Sharma Peggy Smith, and Partha Bose connected with Kim Budde from Varipro to talk about how TPAs are approaching change and refining strategies. Another highlight was Tilak Sharma catching up with Ryan Van Etten of WLT Software Enterprises, Inc., a dialogue full of ideas and an exchange of insights that reflected the collaborative spirit of the conference.
Themes That Emerged
Across the event, a few clear priorities came into focus:
- Operational focus is intensifying. TPAs want clarity in workflows, not added complexity.
- Innovation is moving from talk to action. Leaders are prioritizing initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes.
- Client retention is shaping strategy. Growth and profitability are increasingly tied to service excellence.
These themes echo what we see across payer operations organizations are ready to embrace practical, scalable solutions that drive impact without creating disruption.
MDI NetworX at WLT
As a proud sponsor, MDI NetworX hosted the MDI Lounge, which became a place for conversations that went deeper than introductions. We didn’t show up just to be seen. We came to listen, learn, and bring back the insights that matter most to our clients and partners.
Every interaction reinforced what drives us: simplifying complexity, improving accuracy, and aligning innovation with the realities of day-to-day operations. What we heard at WLT validated the direction we’re on and sharpened our perspective on the opportunities ahead.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 WLT Client Conference made one thing clear: TPAs are no longer just talking about transformation; they are putting strategies into practice. For MDI NetworX, the takeaways from these discussions are already shaping how we refine our strategy, strengthen our platforms, and deliver solutions that reduce complexity while improving control.
Thank you to everyone who spent time with us. And for those we didn’t get to meet, the conversation doesn’t end here. If you’d like to continue the dialogue on how TPAs can drive measurable outcomes, our team would be glad to connect.
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