Lila Bennett Presented With “Excellence In Healthcare Award” At Health 2.0 Conference, Las Vegas 2026 Edition

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The health conference in Las Vegas recognized Lila Bennett for advancing community-based recovery services and driving systemic change in human services.

-- Lila Bennett, Executive Director of Journey To Recovery Community Center, was presented with the “Excellence In Healthcare Award” at the Health 2.0 Conference. The three-day health and wellness conference was held from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, USA. The award was presented to leaders who are driving innovation and delivering impactful outcomes in healthcare and wellness.

Lila Bennett is the Executive Director of Journey to Recovery Community Center (www.jtr-cc.org) and Ben’s House Sober Living (www. kingdomcollaborative.org). Lila is also the 2024 recipient of the ‘Mark Helijas Recovery Pioneer Award’ for her innovative and systemic approach to recovery services in Vermont.

She is also an Executive Leadership Coach, Public Speaker, and Systems-Change Consultant (lilabennett.com). Lila is in her sixth year of leadership at Journey to Recovery and her eighth year in the field of Human Services. Lila leads with four pillars of excellence: Empathy, Humility, Accountability and Discipline. Under those four pillars, she sees a motivated and passionate culture of staff working hard and working together, making big impacts and change.

Reflecting on the recognition, Lila shared, "I'm honored to have received the Excellence in Healthcare Award at the Health 2.0 Conference. It’s a fantastic feeling to be recognized for the hard work and dedication I’ve put into my career. I’m truly grateful for the support from everyone who has helped me reach this point, and like every achievement, it is an achievement of the team. The impact we are seeing, through data, tells the story of our hardwork. Building community and belonging is what I believe will create a stable, happier and more compassionate world. I am committed to continuing my pursuit of excellence in the fields of Prevention and Recovery."

This honor at the health conference highlighted the growing importance of community-driven and system-level approaches in strengthening recovery services. Lila’s ongoing efforts focus on expanding access to supportive care models that enable sustainable recovery and long-term impact.

About Health 2.0 Conference

Health 2.0 Conference serves as a global platform for healthcare professionals, innovators, and leaders to explore advancements shaping the future of care delivery and wellness. Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and expert-led conversations, the three-day health conference highlights progress in patient care, mental health, and community health systems. With upcoming editions scheduled in Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas, the event continues to offer a space for meaningful exchange and industry insights. For more information, visit www.health2conf.com.

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