Nick Adkins Spills the Tea on the PinkSocks Movement

On this week's HITea with Grace, our host is joined by Nick Adkins, Founder of PinkSocks, for a joyful and heartfelt conversation inspired by his new book that captures years of adventure, connection, and community building. Nick shares the story behind the PinkSocks movement, how a simple symbol grew into a global community, and why the message of empathy and kindness continues to resonate across healthcare and beyond. The conversation dives into what makes PinkSocks so enduring, stories from his book that reflect the spirit of the movement, and how allyship is evolving in health tech and patient advocacy. Nick also talks about how human connection and kindness can fuel innovation and strengthen the future of care. To close the episode, Nick reflects on what motivates him, how he navigates challenges, his advice for leaders in healthcare and health IT, and of course the mug he brought to the pod today. Pour a cup and enjoy another uplifting conversation on HITea With Grace and check out Nick's latest book: PINKSOCKS: How a Pair of Socks Became a Symbol of Love and Connection