BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ACHE of Georgia - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ACHE of Georgia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ACHE of Georgia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260219T203807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T125419Z UID:25960-1776339000-1776348000@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:Thursday April 16 In Person Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:“Leading Through Mergers and Acquisitions”\n \n \n \n \n \n April 16\, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM atMaggiano’s Atlanta\nRegistration Now Open\nApril 16 Lunch and Learn Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us on April 16 at Maggiano’s in Buckhead for our in-person lunch and learn program\, “Leading Through Mergers and Acquisitions.” The program has been approved for 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. \nNo industry has experienced more change and upheaval in recent years than healthcare. Hospitals have been caught up in a sweeping trend of consolidation\, and there has been much debate over whether consolidation in the healthcare sector will help or hurt patients\, with many arguing that fewer hospitals will lead to higher prices and inferior care. Others argue the exact opposite. \nThe forces driving change are varied\, as are the approaches hospitals are taking to adapt. One of the clearest consequences of change is the recent surge in merger and acquisition activity. As leaders in the healthcare industry\, executives must be prepared to lead their organizations\, employees\, and communities through this transition. \nIn this session\, panelists will share insights and experiences on mergers and acquisitions\, including the legal\, operational\, and tactical aspects of a merger. \nSome of the topics covered include: \n\nWhat style of leadership do you feel has worked best when leading staff through mergers and acquisitions?\nHow do you feel consolidation is improving healthcare delivery?\nHow did you address consolidation with your employees and physicians?\nWhat advice do you have for new healthcare executives who may soon face a merger? What can they do to prepare?\n\nModerator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our April 16 program will be held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Networking TimeRegistration opens at 11:30 AM\, and we will have 30 minutes of networking time before and after the program\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the program. Lunch will be served beginning at 11:30 AM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Philip Atoyebi\, MD\, MBA\, MPH\, FACHE\,Corporate Director\, Quality Strategy & Operations\,Emory Healthcare \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jay Dennard\, FACHE\, FHFMA\, CPXP\,President / System VP of Governmental & Community Affairs\,GHS Foundation / Northside Hospital System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Dexter\, MSHA\, MBA\,President\, Hospital Division\,Emory Healthcare \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kristen Woodrum McDermott\,Healthcare Regulatory and Transactional Partner\,McGuireWoods LLC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:April 16\, 2026\, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead3368 Peachtree Rd\, Atlanta\, GA 30326(404) 816-9650 \nAgenda:11:30 am: Check-in\, networking\, lunchNoon to 1:30 pm: Education program and lunch1:30 pm to 2:00 pm: Networking2:00 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education CreditIMPORTANT: ACHE has changed its policy regarding sign-in sheets. We will no longer use sign-in sheets for credit reporting. We will have a QR code at the event that you will use to sign in for credit using ACHE’s form. You will need to complete the form before the educational session ends at 1:30 PM. \nCOST:ACHE Member: $55Non-Member: $75Student ACHE Member: $20Student Non-Member: $30$10 Late Fee added after April 13. \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Monday\, April 13.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE IN-PERSON  EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. TO RECEIVE CREDIT\, YOU MUST SCAN THE QR CODE PROVIDED AT THE EVENT AND COMPLETE A SIGN-IN FORM BEFORE THE EVENT ENDS AT 1:30 PM. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/thursday-april-16-in-person-lunch-and-learn/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead\, 3368 Peachtree Rd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States GEO:33.8482166;-84.3673839 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead 3368 Peachtree Rd. Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3368 Peachtree Rd.:geo:-84.3673839,33.8482166 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260331T181544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T130458Z UID:26220-1775736000-1775741400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:April 9 Clinician Executive Webinar DESCRIPTION:2026 Clinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program\n \n \n \n \n \n Our 4-Part Series Begins on April 9 with Our Webinar:\n“Finance Fundamentals for Clinician Executives:Building Confidence in Financial Decision-Making”\nApril 9\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ETVia Zoom\n1.5 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit1.8 CNE Contact Hours\nSee Below for Details on the Series\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a four-session educational series\, culminating in a social event for networking and celebration! This curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition into executive roles within healthcare organizations successfully. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n April 9 Webinar Focuses on Finance FundamentalsOur first session focuses on finance.  Felix Soto Izaguirre\, MBA\, FACHE\, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer\, WellStar Cobb Hospital\, will present\, “Finance Fundamentals for Clinician Executives: Building Confidence in Financial Decision-Making.” \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscuss the Why About Finance for Clinical Leaders\nReview the What About Finance for Clinical Leaders\nExplain Strategic Roles\nReview Budgeting and Capital Planning\nFocus on Your Role in Driving Growth\nDevelop Strategies to Transfer Financial Knowledge\n\nAbout Our Speaker:Felix Soto Izaguirre\, MBA\, FACHE\, has more than 20 years’ experience in the Accounting and Finance area. Positions held include CFO\, Director of Finance\, Controller\, Treasurer\, and Financial Analyst. His areas of expertise include budgeting and forecasting\, cost reporting\, financial reporting\, internal audit\, process improvement\, A3\, Baldridge Framework\, and strategy development and deployment. He is also the Treasurer of ACHE of Georgia. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Felix Soto Izaguirre\, MBA\, FACHE \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE/TIME:April 9\, 2026\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET \nLOCATION:Virtual Session Via Zoom \nCEUs: \n\n1.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n1.8 CNE Contact Hours — Registered nurses who complete this webinar are eligible to receive 1.8 CNE contact hours through an educational activity approved by City of Hope.\n\nCOST: \n\nACHE Members: $15\nNon-Members: $20\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Series\nClinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program is a four-session educational series (presented every two months) that culminates in a networking dinner and celebration! \nThis curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition successfully into executive roles within healthcare organizations. \nThe Program includes: \n\nApril 9 Webinar — “Finance Fundamentals for Clinician Executives: Building Confidence in Financial Decision-Making. This 90-minute session introduces essential financial concepts and tools for clinicians transitioning to leadership roles.\nJune 11 Webinar — Topic to be announced\nAugust 6 Webinar — Topic to be announced\nOctober 8 In-Person event — “The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders.” This 90-minute event highlights key executive leadership skills\, including building influence\, modeling servant leadership\, and cultivating professional networks.This final session is followed by a social with drinks and light food to celebrate the completion of the program and network as a group. Location to be announced. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/april-9-clinician-executive-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260330T184349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T184614Z UID:26207-1775131200-1775134800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:April 2 Free Webinar - Starting the Path to ACHE Fellow Certification DESCRIPTION:Free Webinar\n  \n“Starting the Path to ACHE Fellow Certification:\nHow ACHE Fellowship Can Transform Your Career”\n \n \n \n \n \n April 2\, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET\nFree Zoom Program1 Hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a free webinar that brings together healthcare professionals from diverse sectors to share their experiences and how earning the FACHE credential has enhanced their careers. \nWhether you’re an early-career professional\, a rising leader looking to enhance your skills\, or just curious about what it takes to become an ACHE Fellow\, this webinar is for you! \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\nHealthcare leadership insights\nStrategies for career growth\nFACHE credentialing process FAQs\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click Here for Free Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to learn about Fellowship requirements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Brandon Darrington\, FACHE\,Vice President\, Internal Medicine Specialties\,Emory Healthcare \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Danté Green\, FACHE\,Senior Vice President and Area Manager\,Kaiser Permanente \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Asha Rodriguez\, FACHE\,President\, Atrium Cabarrus Hospital\,Atrium Health \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:April 2\, 2026\, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Zoom program – Register below for the free Zoom link. \nAgenda:Noon to 1:00 pm: Education program and Q&A discussion \nCEUs:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit (self-reported). \nCOST:No Fee – Click the registration button to receive the free Zoom link. \n \n Click Here for Free Registration URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/april-2-free-webinar-starting-the-path-to-ache-fellow-certification/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260310T153358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T154240Z UID:25999-1774549800-1774555200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:March 26 ACHE of Georgia Undercover - Networking Night Across Georgia DESCRIPTION:March 26 ACHE of Georgia Undercover:\nNetworking Night Across Georgia\n6:30 PM TO 8:00 PM\nIn-Person Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia’s new Local Programs Council is developing programs to extend our chapter’s reach beyond Atlanta. Our next event is “ACHE of Georgia Undercover: Networking Night Across Georgia” on March 26. We’re hosting networking events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta. \nJoin us for a night of connection\, conversation\, and community. No panels. No presentations. Just great people and great conversations. \nSee below for details and registration at each location. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Atlanta Networking Event Details and Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at New Realm Brewing in Atlanta for our Atlanta-area networking event. See details below: \nMarch 26\, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation:New Realm Brewing Co.550 Somerset Terrace NE #101\, Atlanta\, GA 30306Phone: (404) 968-2777https://newrealmbrewing.com/atlanta/ \nCOST:No fee to attend. Attendees will pay for their own food and drink at the event. Registration is required so that we can get a headcount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for Atlanta Event\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Athens Networking Event Details and Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery in Athens for our Athens-area networking event. See details below: \nMarch 26\, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation:Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery271 W Hancock Ave\, Athens\, GA 30601Phone: (706) 410-1043creaturecomfortsbeer.com \nCOST:No fee to attend. Attendees will pay for their own food and drink at the event. Registration is required so that we can get a headcount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for Athens Event\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Augusta Networking Event Details and Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at Fifth and Fire for our Augusta-area networking and education event. See details below: \nMarch 26\, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation:Fifth and FireAddress: 551 Broad St\, Augusta\, GA 30901Phone: (706) 305-1740Website \nCOST:No fee to attend. Registration is required so that we can get a headcount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for Augusta Event URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/march-26-ache-of-georgia-undercover-networking-night-across-georgia/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260319T202409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T202409Z UID:26168-1774528200-1774531800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:Mentor Office Hours – March 26 DESCRIPTION:Attention Students and Early Careerists: \nConnect with Healthcare Executives and Mentors from Our Mentorship Program through Our New\nMentor Office Hours\nMarch 26\, 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM Via Zoom\nNo Registration Fee\n1 Hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia and our Career Development team are proud to present Mentor Office Hours! This is a great opportunity to join our  Zoom call and connect with a Healthcare Executive and Mentor from our Mentorship Program. \nNo fees and no registration necessary — just an amazing ACHE of GA member perk. Not a member? Join us anyway to find out more about our organization! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Add to Calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our March 26 Mentor is Kevin Matson\, FACHE. Kevin is Vice President\, Regional Hospitals\, Southern Market Northeast Georgia Health System. He serves as Vice Chair of ACHE of Georgia’s Career Development Committee. \nAny and all questions are welcome for Kevin about earning your FACHE\, your healthcare journey\, our resources\, or simple career advice. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:March 26\, 2026\, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Zoom program. \nCE Credits:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit (self-reported) \nCOST: \nNo fee. Click “Add to Calendar” below to join the call. \n \n Add to Calendar URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/mentor-office-hours-march-26/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260216T155525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T184301Z UID:25847-1774526400-1774528200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:ACHE of Georgia Week March 23-26 2026 DESCRIPTION:Free Webinars Monday-ThursdayFree In-Person Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta on March 26!\nLearn All About ACHE of Georgia and How to Get More Involved!\nWelcome to ACHE of Georgia Week! Each day at noon\, March 23-26\, ACHE of Georgia’s Committee Chairs and board members will host interactive sessions to fill you in on their activities\, answer your questions\, and show you how to get involved. Each session is free and will last from 30-45 minutes. \nSee the full schedule of events below to sign up for free Zoom meetings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia Week Daily Schedule – March 23-26\n\n\n\nDate/Time\nTopic\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\,Noon – 12:45 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n  \n\nTranscendre Subcommittee and Toastmasters\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n  \n\nDarra Edwards\, PharmD\, MS\, BCPS\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrate ACHE of Georgia Week In-Person atACHE of Georgia Undercover – Networking Night Across Georgia\nSimultaneous Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmNo Registration Fee\n \n Learn More and Register URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/ache-of-georgia-week-march-23-26-2026/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095601 CREATED:20260216T155525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T184127Z UID:25846-1774440000-1774441800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:ACHE of Georgia Week March 23-26 2026 DESCRIPTION:Free Webinars Monday-ThursdayFree In-Person Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta on March 26!\nLearn All About ACHE of Georgia and How to Get More Involved!\nWelcome to ACHE of Georgia Week! Each day at noon\, March 23-26\, ACHE of Georgia’s Committee Chairs and board members will host interactive sessions to fill you in on their activities\, answer your questions\, and show you how to get involved. Each session is free and will last from 30-45 minutes. \nSee the full schedule of events below to sign up for free Zoom meetings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia Week Daily Schedule – March 23-26\n\n\n\nDate/Time\nTopic\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25\,Noon – 12:30 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n\nPrograms Committee\nSenior Executives Committee\n\n  \n\n\n\nTrevor A. Strauss\, FACHE\nJon-Paul Croom\, MSHA\, MBA\, FACHE\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\,Noon – 12:45 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n  \n\nTranscendre Subcommittee and Toastmasters\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n  \n\nDarra Edwards\, PharmD\, MS\, BCPS\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrate ACHE of Georgia Week In-Person atACHE of Georgia Undercover – Networking Night Across Georgia\nSimultaneous Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmNo Registration Fee\n \n Learn More and Register URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/ache-of-georgia-week-march-23-26-2026/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260216T155525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T183948Z UID:25845-1774353600-1774355400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:ACHE of Georgia Week March 23-26 2026 DESCRIPTION:Free Webinars Monday-ThursdayFree In-Person Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta on March 26!\nLearn All About ACHE of Georgia and How to Get More Involved!\nWelcome to ACHE of Georgia Week! Each day at noon\, March 23-26\, ACHE of Georgia’s Committee Chairs and board members will host interactive sessions to fill you in on their activities\, answer your questions\, and show you how to get involved. Each session is free and will last from 30-45 minutes. \nSee the full schedule of events below to sign up for free Zoom meetings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia Week Daily Schedule – March 23-26\n\n\n\nDate/Time\nTopic\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 24\,Noon – 12:30 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n \n\n\n\nCommunication Committee\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\nSepi Browning\, FACHE\, FHIMSS\, CHCIO\, eFACHDM\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25\,Noon – 12:30 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n\nPrograms Committee\nSenior Executives Committee\n\n  \n\n\n\nTrevor A. Strauss\, FACHE\nJon-Paul Croom\, MSHA\, MBA\, FACHE\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\,Noon – 12:45 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n  \n\nTranscendre Subcommittee and Toastmasters\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n  \n\nDarra Edwards\, PharmD\, MS\, BCPS\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrate ACHE of Georgia Week In-Person atACHE of Georgia Undercover – Networking Night Across Georgia\nSimultaneous Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmNo Registration Fee\n \n Learn More and Register URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/ache-of-georgia-week-march-23-26-2026/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T123000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260216T154142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T190221Z UID:25844-1774267200-1774269000@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:ACHE of Georgia Week March 23-26 2026 DESCRIPTION:Free Webinars Monday-Thursday\nFree In-Person Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta on March 26!See Below for Location Details\nLearn All About ACHE of Georgia and How to Get More Involved!\nWelcome to ACHE of Georgia Week! Each day at noon\, March 23-26\, ACHE of Georgia’s Committee Chairs and board members will host interactive sessions to fill you in on their activities\, answer your questions\, and show you how to get involved. Each session is free and will last from 30-45 minutes. \nSee the full schedule of events below to sign up for free Zoom meetings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia Week Daily Schedule – March 23-26\n\n\n\nDate/Time\nTopic\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nMonday\, March 23\,Noon – 12:30 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n\n\n\nMembership Growth & Satisfaction Committee\nCareer Development Committee\n\n  \n\n\n\nPhilip Atoyebi\, MD\, MBA\, MPH\, FACHE\nBonnie Matthews\, MSN\, RN\, LSSBB\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 24\,Noon – 12:30 pm \nFree Registration \n \n \n  \n  \n\n\n\nDiversity & Inclusion Committee\nClinician Executives Committe\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\nChristopher Kunney\, FHIMSS\, eFACHDM\nJennifer J. Giusti\, FACHE\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25\,Noon – 12:30 pm \n  \nFree Registration \n \n \n \n\n\n\nPrograms Committee\nSenior Executives Committee\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\nTrevor A. Strauss\, FACHE\nJon-Paul Croom\, MSHA\, MBA\, FACHE\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\,Noon – 12:45 pm \nFree Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nTranscendre Subcommittee and Toastmasters\nCommunication Committee\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\nDarra Edwards\, PharmD\, MS\, BCPS\nSepi Browning\, FACHE\, FHIMSS\, CHCIO\, eFACHDM\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrate ACHE of Georgia Week In-Person atACHE of Georgia Undercover – Networking Night Across Georgia\nSimultaneous Networking Events in Atlanta\, Athens\, and Augusta from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmNo Registration Fee\n \n Learn More and Register URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/ache-of-georgia-week-march-23-26-2026/2026-03-23/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260219T001339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T133624Z UID:25930-1773918000-1773925200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:March 19 Augusta LPC In-Person Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:ACHE of Georgia Augusta Local Area Programs Council March 19 Lunch and Learn:\n  \n“Navigating Key Legislative Issues Impacting Healthcare”\n \n \n \n \n \n March 19\, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM atGolden Harvest Food Bank Main Campus\, 3310 Commerce Drive\, Augusta\, GA\nThis Event Has Been Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin your Georgia healthcare leadership colleagues in Augusta on March 19 for our in-person lunch-and-learn program\, “Navigating Key Legislative Issues Impacting Healthcare.” The program has been approved for 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. \nNumerous public policy and legislative issues in healthcare delivery and public health affect healthcare organizations and require their leaders to respond and adjust organizational policies and procedures. These issues often relate to improving population health\, access\, and coverage through Medicaid and other programs; enhancing value; addressing consumer issues and workforce shortages; and more. Understanding these issues and participating in policy and organizational responses are important for healthcare leaders\, regardless of their direct involvement. \nThis panel examines the key healthcare legislative issues they are currently focusing on. \nModerator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Highlights \n\nRegistration and networking open at 11:00 AM\, and box lunches will be served\nThe program runs from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the program.\n1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit\n\n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eric CrossanChief Executive OfficerRehabilitation Hospital of Augusta \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anna Adams\,Chief Government Relations Officer\,Georgia Hospital Association \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Blake Corbitt\, MPP\,Chief Financial Officer\,Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:March 19\, 2026\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Golden Harvest Food Bank Main Campus3310 Commerce DriveAugusta\, GA 30909 \nAgenda:11:00 AM: Check-in\, networking\, box lunch11:30 AM to 1:0 PM: Education program and lunch1:00 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education CreditIMPORTANT: ACHE has changed its policy regarding sign-in sheets. We will no longer use sign-in sheets for credit reporting. We will have a QR code at the event that you will use to sign in for credit using ACHE’s form. You will need to complete the form before the educational session ends at 1:00 PM. \nCOST:ACHE Members and Students: $25Non-Members: $35 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Tuesday\, March 17.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE IN-PERSON  EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. TO RECEIVE CREDIT\, YOU MUST SCAN THE QR CODE PROVIDED AT THE EVENT AND COMPLETE A SIGN-IN FORM BEFORE THE EVENT ENDS AT 1:00 PM. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/march-19-augusta-lpc-in-person-lunch-and-learn/ LOCATION:Golden Harvest Food Bank Main Campus\, 3310 Commerce Drive\, Augusta\, GA\, 30909\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260213T043736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T030311Z UID:25823-1773334800-1773345600@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:March 12 In-Person Career Advancement and Networking Event DESCRIPTION:“Career Compass: Navigating Your Leadership Journey”\nAn Evening filled with networking and professional tips from industry experts.\n5:00 PM to 8:00 PM\nRegistration Now Open!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us on March 12th at Maggiano’s in Buckhead for Career Compass: Navigating Your Leadership Journey\, an evening filled with networking and professional tips from industry experts. \nYou will be placed in small groups\, and a panel of healthcare executives will host “speed rounds” of professional tips to help you map your path to executive excellence. There will also be additional ACHE of Georgia Board members and executives present for networking. \nHors d’oeuvres will be served\, and each attendee will receive two drink tickets.  Come prepared to exchange contact information and your LinkedIn profiles. \nWe will have a professional photographer on hand for optional headshots for your LinkedIn profile\, bio\, and more. This event is perfect for students\, new graduates\, and early-career professionals! \nSpeed Roundtables\, Topics\, and Speakers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Networking TimeRegistration opens at 5:00 pm\, and we will have 30 minutes of networking time before the program and 30 minutes after the program\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the panel session. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our March 12 program will be held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1. Begin With the End in Mind: A practical roadmap to earning your FACHE—clarifying the why behind the credential\, demystifying the how\, and showing why it’s never too early to start positioning yourself for success. Facilitator: Graham Fox\, FACHE\, Chief Executive Officer\, GI Specialists of Georgia. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2. Chess Not Checkers: An honest conversation about lateral versus vertical career moves—how to evaluate each option\, anticipate trade‑offs\, and make strategic choices that advance your long‑term goals. Facilitator: Jon-Paul Croom\, MSHA\, MBA\, FACHE\, Senior Brokerage Partner\, DTSpade Specialized Real Estate \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3. The Art of the Pivot: Guidance on navigating setbacks—what to do when you do not land the role you wanted or your position is eliminated\, and how to pivot toward new opportunities with confidence and purpose. Facilitator: Felix Soto Izaguirre\, MBA\, FACHE\, CFO\, WellStar Cobb Hospital \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4. The Feedback Loop: Strategies to invite meaningful\, constructive feedback—and how to analyze\, apply\, and follow up on that input so it accelerates your growth rather than derailing your confidence. Facilitator: Matt Jernigan\, FACHE\, Director\, Network Operations\,Emory Healthcare \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5. The Power of Inquiry in Mentorship: Tools for asking better questions\, setting clear expectations\, and keeping conversations with your Mentor focused\, engaging\, and mutually beneficial. Facilitator: Yanick Hicks\, PharmD\, Leadership Consultant\, Maxwell Leadership \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Optional Headshots with a Professional PhotographerWe will have a photographer on-site to take headshots. It’s a great opportunity to update your professional headshot. The cost is $50 and includes two high-resolution headshots. You can sign up for a headshot on the registration form below. \nOur photographer will be available from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm\, and we have 20 spots available. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:March 12\, 2026\, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead3368 Peachtree Rd\, Atlanta\, GA 30326(404) 816-9650 \nAgenda: \n\n5:00 pm: Check-in\, networking\, hors d’oeuvres\, cocktails (2 drink tickets)\n5:30 pm to 7:30 pm: Speed Rounds\n7:30 pm to 8:00 pm: Networking\, hors d’oeuvres\, cocktails\n8:00 pm: Conclude\n\nCEUs:2 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nCOST:ACHE Member and Students: $35Non-Member: $45$10 Late Fee added after March 9 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline March 9No credit/refund after this date\, if you are unable to attend you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/march-12-in-person-career-advancement-and-networking-event/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead\, 3368 Peachtree Rd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States GEO:33.8482166;-84.3673839 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead 3368 Peachtree Rd. Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3368 Peachtree Rd.:geo:-84.3673839,33.8482166 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20251010T183110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T183225Z UID:25235-1772409600-1772668799@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership 2026 DESCRIPTION:ACHE 2026 Congress on Healthcare Leadership\nMarch 2-4\, 2024George R. Brown Convention Center\, Houston\, Texas\nRegistration is now open. Early registration rates end on December 15. \nView Congress Website URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/ache-congress-on-healthcare-leadership-2026/ LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida de las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260209T193749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T225101Z UID:25738-1772107200-1772110800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:February 26 Webinar - Black History Month Webinar on Healthcare Trust and Equity DESCRIPTION:BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2026\n  \n“Strategies for Bridging the Healthcare Trust Gap: A Critical Conversation on Medical Mistrust\, Health Equity\, and the Path Forward in Black and Brown Communities”\n \n \n \n \n \n February 26\, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ET\nZoom Program1 Hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us virtually at noon ET on February 26 for a joint\, collaborative Black History Month webinar\, “Strategies for Bridging the Healthcare Trust Gap in Black and Brown Communities: A Black History Month Conversation on Medical Mistrust\, Health Equity\, and the Path Forward.” \nWhy This MattersThe trust gap between Black and Brown communities and the healthcare system—rooted in centuries of medical exploitation\, systemic racism\, and ongoing disparities—directly contributes to poorer health outcomes\, delayed diagnoses\, and mistrust of emerging healthcare innovations including AI and digital health tools. \nThis collaborative webinar convenes diverse voices to explore actionable strategies for rebuilding trust\, designing inclusive solutions\, and creating systemic change that honors the dignity and agency of Black and Brown communities. \nJoin Us in Building a More Equitable Healthcare FutureThis is more than a conversation; it’s a call to action for everyone committed to health equity.Registration details below. \nKey Learning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the historical and contemporary roots of medical mistrust in Black and Brown communities\nIdentify specific strategies to rebuild trust and demonstrate accountability to communities of color\nRecognize technology’s role as both a bridge and a barrier to trust in healthcare delivery\nCenter patient and community voices in care delivery\, innovation\, and policy development\nCommit to actionable next steps for advancing health equity in your organization\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Communty Partners for This Webinar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should AttendHealthcare Executives & Staff • Clinicians & Providers • Health IT Professionals • Policymakers • Public Health Leaders • Community Advocates • Digital Health Innovators • Students & Emerging Leaders \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher Kunney\, FHIMSS\, eFACHDM\, MSMOT\,Managing Partner\,IOTECH Consulting \n\nACHE of Georgia\, Chair\,  D&I Committee\nGeorgia HIMSS Chapter\, Co-chair\, Advocacy Committee)\nNAHSE\, Board Member and DEI Representative\n\nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lupe Berretta\, MHA\, LSSBB\,Quality Improvement & Health Equity Advisor\,Grady Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n John Matthew Douglas\,Health Equity & Social Determinants of Health Steward | Clinical Safety Executive\,ECRI \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Darra M. Edwards\, PharmD\, MSOL-HCM\, BCCCP\, BCPS\, ACE\,Director of Pharmacy Services\,Southern Regional Medical Center \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lauren R. Powell\, MPA\, PhD\,Head\, Health Equity & Clinical Innovation\, Drug Development\,Biogen \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:February 26\, 2026\, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Zoom program. \nAgenda:Noon to 1:00 pm: Education program and Q&A discussion \nCEUs:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit (self-reported). \nCOST:ACHE\, NAHSE\, NAHLE\, HIMSS\, or HFMA Member: $5Non-Member: $10 \n \n Register Now URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/february-26-webinar-black-history-month-webinar-on-healthcare-trust-and-equity/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260127T163213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T163745Z UID:25716-1771934400-1771938000@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:Mentor Office Hours - February 24 DESCRIPTION:Attention Students and Early Careerists: \nConnect with Healthcare Executives and Mentors from Our Mentorship Program through Our New\nMentor Office Hours\nFebruary 24\, Noon to 1:00 PM Via Zoom\nNo Registration Fee\n1 Hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia and our Career Development team are proud to present Mentor Office Hours! This is a great opportunity to join our  Zoom call and connect with a Healthcare Executive and Mentor from our Mentorship Program. \nNo fees and no registration necessary — just an amazing ACHE of GA member perk. Not a member? Join us anyway to find out more about our organization! \nOur February Mentor is Sepi Browning\, FHIMSS\, FACHE\, CHCIO\, PMP\, eFACHDM\, CHISL. Sepi is the Senior Director of HIMSS\, North America Chapters\, Communities\, and the Founder of Brighthour Foundation. An ACHE of Georgia Board Member At Large\, she serves as the Communications Committee Chair. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Add to Calendar\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Any and all questions are welcome for Sepi about earning your FACHE\, your healthcare journey\, our resources\, or simple career advice. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! \nClick the button below and add the meeting to your calendar. We look forward to connecting! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:February 24\, 2026\, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Zoom program. \nCE Credits:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit (self-reported) \nCOST: \n\nNo fee. Click “Add to Calendar” below to join the call.\n\n \n Add to Calendar URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/mentor-office-hours-february-24/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260123T214220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T214220Z UID:25694-1770984000-1770989400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:February 13 2026 Virtual Interactive DESCRIPTION:“Behavior Change and Patient Engagement: The Endgame for Gamification in Healthcare”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n February 13\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET Via Zoom\nRegistration Is Limited to 90\n \n \n \n \n \n February 13 Virtual Program Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us virtually at noon ET on February 13 for our virtual interactive program\,  “Behavior Change and Patient Engagement: The Endgame for Gamification in Healthcare.” \nWith today’s emphasis in the healthcare industry on population health and the integration of innovative technology\, healthcare leaders must be ready to consider new avenues to reach patients and engage healthcare workers. The concept of Gamification\, or Gaming\, in healthcare is one such avenue. \nThis innovation engages patients and trains healthcare workers to utilize competition and gaming in a new way to improve patient outcomes. Gamification will be presented in terms of compliance with HIPAA and HITECH regulations. \nThis panel will educate participants in learning what Gamification is and will discuss how healthcare systems are using Gamification to engage patients\, improve patient experience and quality measures/outcomes\, and open organizational perspective to the endless possibilities for its use in healthcare. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists Will Discuss: \n\nWhat are the underlying principles of the psychology of Gamification\, and how can it be used to change behaviors or increase learning?\nHow can Gamification potentially reduce cognitive overload among employees\, such as nurses and doctors\, and possibly improve knowledge acquisition?\nHow can points\, leaderboards\, and badges used in gamification lead to behavior change or increased motivation in an individual or group?\nHow can Gamification improve the patient’s overall experience?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marlene Sidon\, FACHE\,Founder and Principal Consultant\,Service Quality Solutions LLC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Fleischfresser\, MBA\, RN\,Co-Founder\, VP of Clinical Affairs\,Gratia Health \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anthony Harrell\,Director of Information Security & Information Technology\, and the Senior Information Security Officer\,SGMC Health \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robin Krieglstein\,CEO and Founder\,Live Neuron Labs\, LLC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:February 13\, 2026\, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:This program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE National’s learning management system. \nAgenda:Noon to 1:30 pm: Education program and Q&A discussion1:30 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education Credit \nCOST:ACHE Member: $30Non-Member: $35Students: $20 \nNote: Registration is capped at 90 registrants. The registration deadline is February 11. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE’s learning management system (see instructions below on obtaining the Zoom link from ACHE) \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important: Registration Has Two Steps: \nStep 1: Complete payment to ACHE of Georgia with the link above. \nStep 2: Once you complete payment to ACHE of Georgia\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to register on the ACHE website to receive the Zoom link and get Virtual Interactive credit for the event. IMPORTANT: You must complete this step to receive the webinar link. \nThere’s no extra fee on the ACHE website. Click the link in the email immediately to complete the registration process and avoid issues later. You may also miss important email communications from ACHE if you do not register on ACHE National’s website right away. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE Virtual Interactive EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. To receive Virtual Interactive credit\, you must be registered through the ACHE web portal and participate for 90 minutes to receive credit for the event.. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/february-13-2026-virtual-interactive/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260112T220800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211511Z UID:25637-1770206400-1770210000@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:February 4 Webinar - LinkedIn Deep Dive DESCRIPTION:“LinkedIn Deep Dive: Optimizing Your Profile\, Network\, and Voice”\n \n \n \n \n \n February 4\, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ETZoom Program1 Hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us on February 4 for our webinar\, “LinkedIn Deep Dive: Optimizing Your Profile\, Network\, and Voice.” This is a great opportunity to learn how to improve your LinkedIn profile and expand your network and influence. \nThis will be an interactive discussion\, so bring plenty of questions to improve your LinkedIn profile and presence! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Our Speakers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vince Vitti is Vice President\, Employer Branding and Recruitment Marketing\, at Infinitee Healthcare in Atlanta. He has extensive expertise in brand management and recruitment marketing and a wide range of knowledge of digital and social engagement and retention.Read Bio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sepi Browning\, MHA\, FACHE\, FHIMSS\, CHCIO\, eFACHDM\, is an influential healthcare technology and operations leader with over 30 years of experience spanning clinical care\, healthcare operations\, and information systems. She brings a 360-degree perspective to healthcare transformation and a proven ability to align strategy\, operations\, and innovation across diverse care environments.Read Bio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:February 4\, 2026\, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Zoom program. \nCE Credits:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit (self-reported) \nCOST: \n\nACHE Members: $5\nNon-Members: $10\n\n \n Register Now URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/february-4-webinar-linkedin-deep-dive/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T193000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20260108T183400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T155051Z UID:25624-1769018400-1769023800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:January 21 Augusta Networking Event DESCRIPTION:January 21 Networking and Education Event in Augusta\n6:00 PM TO 7:30 PM\nFree In-Person Networking Event Hosted by ACHE of Georgia’s New Augusta Local Programs Council\n1.5 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\nPlease Register by Monday\, January 19Registration Limited to 40 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an engaging networking event designed to foster collaboration and professional growth within our community. This event will feature an open discussion on mentoring\, sponsorship\, and local resources available to support your career development. \nWe’ll also share exciting details about the 2026 Local Programming Council events planned for Augusta\, offering a preview of opportunities to connect\, learn\, and lead throughout the year.Whether you’re looking to expand your network\, find a mentor\, or learn how to become a sponsor\, this is the perfect setting to exchange ideas and strengthen ties within the healthcare and professional community. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest SpeakerOur guest speaker is Kellie A. Vinson\, FACHE\, MBA\, MT (ASCP) SH\, a seasoned healthcare leader and retired Chief Master Sergeant with 28 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force and South Carolina Air National Guard. Her military career instilled a deep commitment to leadership\, mentorship\, and operational excellence—values that continue to shape her work in civilian healthcare. \nCurrently serving as Director of Pathology Services at Wellstar MCG Health\, Kellie provides administrative oversight for comprehensive Anatomic and Clinical Pathology laboratories across adult and pediatric hospitals and multiple outpatient sites. She leads a team of about 200 professionals and ensuring the delivery of over 3 million laboratory tests annually while maintaining accreditation from TJC\, CAP\, AABB\, and the FDA. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kellie A. Vinson\, FACHE\, MBA\, MT (ASCP) SH \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Augusta Networking Event Details and Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n January 21\, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMLocation:Doctors Hospital of Augusta Campus\, Ed Law Classroom3651 Wheeler Rd.Augusta\, GA 30909 \nCOST:No fee to attend. Registration is required so that we can get a headcount. Registration is limited to 40 due to space limitations. The registration deadline is Monday\, January 19. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doctors Hospital of Augusta Campus \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for Augusta Event URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/january-21-augusta-networking-event/ LOCATION:Doctor’s Hospital Augusta Campus – Ed Law Classroom\, 3651 Wheeler Rd.\, Augusta\, 30909\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20251219T191720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T231914Z UID:25569-1768476600-1768485600@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:Thursday January 15 In Person Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:“Developing High-Performing Teams”\n \n \n \n \n \n January 15\, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM atMaggiano’s Atlanta\nJanuary 15 Lunch and Learn Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us on January 15 at Maggiano’s in Buckhead for our in-person lunch and learn program\, “Developing High-Performing Teams.” The program has been approved for 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. \nToday’s workplace calls for the development of high-performing work teams to manage dynamic healthcare environments. While positive outcomes are the end goal\, it’s impossible to get there without strong processes and collaborative relationships across and within teams. \nIn this session\, panelists will share insights on the core components of high-performing teams and present strategies for designing and implementing collaborative work systems.  \nSome of the topics covered include: \n\nHow does the culture of your organization embrace teamwork/collaboration?\nHow have individual vs. team-based expectations evolved?\nHow can leaders foster equitable dynamics in teams?\nWhat is the difference\, if any\, in how different types of teams perform (e.g.\, operational\, financial\, clinical\, etc.)?\nHow do you measure team success?\n\nModerator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our January 15 program will be held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Networking TimeRegistration opens at 11:30 AM\, and we will have 30 minutes of networking time before and after the program\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the program. Lunch will be served beginning at 11:30 AM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lamarvia Stinson\, MPH\,Vice President of Operations\,Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sabrina Broadnax\,Senior Vice President of Human Resources\,Grady Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jonathan E. Watkins\, MPA\, FACHE\,President\,City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evelyn Rosenthal\, AVP of Leader & Employee Development Experience\,Wellstar Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:January 15\, 2026\, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead3368 Peachtree Rd\, Atlanta\, GA 30326(404) 816-9650 \nAgenda:11:30 am: Check-in\, networking\, lunchNoon to 1:30 pm: Education program and lunch1:30 pm to 2:00 pm: Networking2:00 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education CreditIMPORTANT: ACHE has changed its policy regarding sign-in sheets. We will no longer use sign-in sheets for credit reporting. We will have a QR code at the event that you will use to sign in for credit using ACHE’s form. You will need to complete the form before the educational session ends at 1:30 PM. \nCOST:ACHE Member: $55Non-Member: $75Student ACHE Member: $20Student Non-Member: $30 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Monday\, January 12.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE IN-PERSON  EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. TO RECEIVE CREDIT\, YOU MUST SCAN THE QR CODE PROVIDED AT THE EVENT AND COMPLETE A SIGN-IN FORM BEFORE THE EVENT ENDS AT 1:30 PM. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/thursday-january-15-in-person-lunch-and-learn/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095602 CREATED:20250209T184701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T164238Z UID:23900-1765454400-1765459800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:December 11 Virtual Interactive DESCRIPTION:“Best Approaches in Leader On-boarding”\n \n \n \n \n \n December 11\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ETVirtual Interactive Program\nApproved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive CreditRegistration Is Limited to 90 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us virtually at noon ET on December 11  for our Virtual Interactive program\, “Best Approaches in Leader On-boarding.” \nHealthcare leaders in a new role often are unclear about their role or have unrealistic expectations\, and they are unable to build relationships with key organizational stakeholders on their own. Often\, a new leader does not understand the specific requirements of the job or organizational culture that allows them to immediately succeed. \nSuccessful onboarding in a new job or role within a healthcare organization requires a well-thought-out plan and execution of the plan. The execution of the onboarding plan is not the sole job of human resources or an immediate supervisor. It is the responsibility of the entire organizational team. Explore the steps you and your organizational team can take to increase the success of a new hire becoming a long-term contributor. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Important: Registration requires 2 steps: payment to ACHE of Georgia with the link above and registration on ACHE’s website (no extra charge) to receive the webinar link. See the instructions below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Patrick D. Ebri\, PhD\, FACHEVice President and Chief Engagement OfficerUNC Health Southeastern \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rhonda Jordan\,Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer\,Virtua Health \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ruchin Kansal\,Founder & Managing Director\, Kansal & Company\,Professor of Practice\, Seton Hall UniversityVisiting Professor of Practice\, Brown University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stonish Pierce\, FACHE\,President/Chief Executive Officer\,Trinity Health Georgia \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Julia Skeen\,Senior Director of Talent Acquisition\, Development & Organizational EffectivenessThe Southeast Permanente Medical Group\, Inc. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:December 11\, 2025\, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:This program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE National’s learning management system. \nAgenda:Noon to 1:30 pm: Education program and Q&A discussion1:30 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Credit. \nCOST:ACHE Member: $30Non-Member: $35Students: $20 \nNote: Registration is capped at 90 registrants. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \nThis program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE’s learning management system (see instructions below on obtaining the Zoom link from ACHE) \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important: Registration Has Two Steps: \nStep 1: Complete payment to ACHE of Georgia with the link above. \nStep 2: Once you complete payment to ACHE of Georgia\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to register on the ACHE website to receive the Zoom link and get Virtual Interactive credit for the event. IMPORTANT: You must complete this step to receive the webinar link. \nThere’s no extra fee on the ACHE website. Click the link in the email immediately to complete the registration process and avoid issues later. You may also miss important email communications from ACHE if you do not register on ACHE National’s website right away. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE Virtual Interactive EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. To receive Virtual Interactive credit\, you must be registered through the ACHE web portal and participate for 90 minutes to receive credit for the event. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/december-11-virtual-interactive/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T203000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T184318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T041753Z UID:23895-1764873000-1764880200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:December 4 Holiday Networking Event and Awards Night DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Chapters of ACHE and HIMSS Joint Holiday Networking Event\nDecember 4\, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\nLake Lanier Islands Peachtree PointBuford\, GA\nRegistration Now Open!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a festive evening of networking and holiday cheer\, where you can connect with professionals from all over Georgia. Feel free to invite a colleague to share in the celebration and don’t forget to bring your business cards. It’s also the perfect opportunity to show off your favorite holiday attire! \nThis event will feature awards ceremonies from ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSS. Attendees will each receive two drink tickets and we’ll have delicious holiday food on hand. \nWe hope to see you there! \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsorship OpportunitiesInterested in event sponsorship opportunities? Click here to learn more about available sponsorships \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our December 4 joint holiday event will be held at Lake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point Pavilion in Buford. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:December 4\, 2025\, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Lake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point7000 Lanier Islands ParkwayBuford\, GA 30518Phone: 770-945-8787 \nAgenda:6:30 PM to 7:00 PM — Networking\, drinks\, holiday food7:00 PM to 7:30 PM — Awards ceremonies for both organizations7:30 PM to 8:30 PM — Networking\, drinks\, holiday food \nCost:ACHE and Georgia HIMSS Members: $55Non-Member: $60Students: $35 \n$10 Late Fee added after December 1 \nNOTE – The Early Registration Deadline Is Monday\, December 1No credit/refund after this date\, if you are unable to attend you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \nNote: Event registration is through the ACHE  of Georgia website. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hotel Special Rate:ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSS have  reserved a block of 5 rooms for the evening of December 4 at Lake Lanier Islands Resort Lodge (near the joint holiday event): \nLake Lanier Islands Resort Lodge7000 Lanier Islands PkwyBuford\, Georgia\, United States\, 30518Phone: 770-945-8787 \nCall the hotel and ask for the ACHE of Georgia-Georgia HIMSS Holiday event room rate or give this room block code: 251204ACHE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia has reserved a room block at Lake Lanier Islands Resort Lodge on December 5. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSS Would Like to Thank Our Event Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nClick Here to Learn More About Event  Sponsorship Opportunities URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/december-4-holiday-networking-event-and-awards-night/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T183736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T222811Z UID:23890-1764864000-1764873000@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:December 4 Senior Executives Fireside Chat and Holiday Event DESCRIPTION:ACHE of Georgia Senior Executives Fireside Chat and Holiday Event\nThursday\, December 4\, 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM\nLake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point\, Buford\, GA\nJoint Holiday Event with ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSSfrom 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Included in Registration Fee\nBy Invitation Only — The fireside chat is an exclusive event for senior-level leaders of healthcare provider organizations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramACHE of Georgia’s next Senior Executives event is a fireside chat with our guest speakers\, Carol H. Burrell\, Retired President and CEO\,Northeast Georgia Health System\, and Candice L. Saunders\, FACHE\, President and CEO\, WellStar Health System. \nThe event will be held on December 4 at Lake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point in Buford from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. A VIP reception will follow from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM\, and guests are invited to attend the Georgia Chapters of ACHE and HIMSS’s joint holiday networking event from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at no extra cost. \nThe fireside chat is by invitation only.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our December 4 Senior Executives Fireside Chat will be held at Lake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point in Buford. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Trevor A. Strauss\, FACHEChief Growth OfficerAHSG \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carol H. BurrellRetired President and CEO\, Northeast Georgia Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ninfa M. Saunders\, DHA\, MBA\, MSN\, FACHEPublic & Private Company Director\, Strategic Advisor\, National Thought Leader \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:Lake Lanier Islands Peachtree Point7000 Lanier Islands Parkway\, Buford\, GA 30518Phone: 770-945-8787 \nAgenda:4:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Check-in/networking4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Fireside chat5:30 pm – 6:30 pm — VIP reception6:30 pm – 8:30 pm — Joint holiday event with the ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSS (included in registration fee) \nCEUs:1 hour of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nCost: \n\nACHE Member or Non-Member $75\n$85 after December 2 (registration is by invitation only)\n\nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Tuesday\, December 2No credit/refund after this date\, if you are unable to attend you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \nRegistration:Our Senior Executive event invitation will be sent via email and will include a link to the registration form. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/december-4-senior-executives-fireside-chat-and-holiday-event/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250924T174915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T184518Z UID:25148-1763575200-1763582400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:November 19 Networking "The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders" DESCRIPTION:Clinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program\n \n \n \n \n \n Our 4-Part Series Concludes on November 19 with an In-Person Networking Event:\n\n“The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders”\nNovember 19\, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM ETPiedmont Atlanta Hospital\, Shaheen Auditorium1968 Peachtree Road NW\, Atlanta\, GA 30309Building 2\, First Floor \n\npresented jointly by ACHE of Georgia’s Clinician Executive and Physician Executive Committees\n1.5 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us for a Fireside Chat with Senior Healthcare LeadersJoin us on November 19 for “The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders.” This 90-minute fireside chat — presented jointly by ACHE of Georgia’s Clinician Executive and Physician Executive Committees — features a panel of senior healthcare executives who will highlight key executive leadership skills\, including building influence\, modeling servant leadership\, and cultivating professional networks. \nThe event includes networking\, light food\, and drinks. Free valet parking is also included. The program also offers 1.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education credit. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our four-session 2025 Clinician Executives educational series culminates on November 19 at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital in this education and networking celebration! This curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition into executive roles within healthcare organizations successfully \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lily Jung Henson\, MD\, MMM\, FAAN\, FACHE\,Chief Executive Officer\,Piedmont Augusta Clinical Hub \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda A. Cole\, FACHEChief Nursing OfficerChildren’s Healthcare of Atlanta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Debi Dalton\, MD\, MBA\, CPE\, RPh\, FAAP\, FACHE\, Chief Medical Officer\, Wellstar Paulding Medical Center \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n James D. Dennard\, Jr.\, FACHEChief Operating OfficerNorthside Hospital Duluth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gregory J. Esper\, MD\, MBA\,President\, Emory Health Plan\,Professor of Neurology\,Emory University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n John Kueven\, FACHEChief Operating Officer\, Northeast Georgia Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE/TIME:November 19\, 2025\, 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM ET \nLOCATION:Piedmont Atlanta Hospital\, Shaheen AuditoriumBuilding 2\, First Floor1968 Peachtree Road NW\,Atlanta\, GA 30309Free Valet Parking Included \nAgenda:5:30 PM to 6:15 PM: Check-in\, networking\, light food\, and drinks6:15 PM to 7:45 PM: Fireside chat and Q&A7:45 PM to 8:00 PM: Networking and Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nCost:ACHE Member: $55Non-Member: $65Student ACHE Member: $20Student Non-Member: $30 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Monday\, November 17.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n  \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Series\nClinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program is a four-session educational series (presented every two months) that culminates in a networking dinner and celebration! \nThis curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition successfully into executive roles within healthcare organizations. Registration for the full series is available. \nThe Program includes: \n\nMay 7 webinar — “Beyond Compliance: Mastering Human Resources Skills for Transformational Leadership” —  Focuses on HR strategies that go beyond regulatory requirements to foster team engagement and wellness while decreasing organizational risk. Recording available to registrants.\nJuly 22 Webinar — “Finance Fundamentals for Clinician Executives: Building Confidence in Financial Decision-Making. This 90-minute session introduces essential financial concepts and tools for clinicians transitioning to leadership roles.\nSeptember 23 Weinbar — “Achieving Excellence: Process Improvement Philosophies and Methods for Healthcare Leaders. This 90-minute webinar explores effective frameworks and methodologies like Baldrige\, Lean\, Six Sigma\, High Reliability Organizing\, and PDSA to drive sustainable performance excellence.\nNovember 19 In-Person Event — “The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders.” This 90-minute event highlights key executive leadership skills\, including building influence\, modeling servant leadership\, and cultivating professional networks.This final session is followed by a social with drinks and light food to celebrate the completion of the program and network as a group.\n\nCost for 4-Part Series Registration: \n\nACHE Members: $95\nNon-Members: $125 URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/november-19-networking-the-executive-edge-networking-presence-and-servant-leadership-for-healthcare-leaders/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T182847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T142620Z UID:23882-1763033400-1763053200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13 EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT BOOTCAMP\, LUNCHEON\, NETWORKING DESCRIPTION:Mini Summit\n“Employee Engagement Bootcamp”Featuring ACHE Choice Speaker Dawn Zell Wright\, JD\, MBA\, FACHE\, SPHR\nOur November 13 program will begin with a brief (5-10 minutes) Annual Business meeting for Board Elections\n \n \n \n \n \n November 13\, 11:30 AM to 3:45 PM atWoven Health Collective Midtown\nNetworking from 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM\nApproved for 3 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us on November 13 at Woven Health Collective Midtown for our Employee Engagement Bootcamp\, featuring Choice keynote speaker Dawn Zell Wright\, JD\, MBA\, FACHE\, SPHR\, Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer\, The University of Texas Medical Branch.  \nThis program has been approved for 3 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. Lunch is included as well as a post-session networking event on the rooftop. We’ll also have a brief annual business meeting at the beginning to elect our 2026 Board slate. \n \n \n \n \n \n About Our Program:During the past several years\, there has been a dramatic shift in the ethos of working in healthcare\, especially for physicians\, other caregivers\, and nonclinical hospital staff. This shift from a focus on being highly engaged\, loyal\, and committed to caring for others has\, in many places\, been overshadowed by overly restrictive productivity metrics and a personal loss of autonomy. These dynamics have eroded the personal meaning\, joy\, pride\, and purpose of being a caregiver or an ancillary service provider in today’s healthcare industry. \nThis course will focus on how healthcare leaders can maximize sustainable employee engagement. Dawn Zell Wright\, JD\, MBA\, FACHE\, SPHR\, will present a toolkit for use in helping caregivers and other staff rekindle personal and professional meaning in their work. Note: To showcase the amazing efforts of healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic\, some examples of positive worker and organizational behavior exhibited during the crisis will be used as case examples. \nSeminar Objectives: \n\nDiscover how to leverage personal and corporate values as the basis for employee engagement.\nExplore how to create a meaningful work culture.\nGain tools for elevating employee behavior to purposeful performance.\n\nThis ACHE Choice session has 3.0 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit. As an ACHE Choice Program\, it may be eligible for joint accreditation with other organizations (see box at right for details). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Rooftop Networking After the Bootcamp \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our November 13 event features a rooftop networking event at Woven Health Collective from 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM. Networking with two  drink tickets and light hors d’oeuvres is included in the registration fee. \n \n \n \n \n \n About Our ACHE Choice SpeakerDawn Zell Wright\, JD\, MBA\, FACHE\, SPHR\,Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer\, The University of Texas Medical Branch\, has a proven track record of aligning operations strategy with business goals\, developing leaders\, and driving significant\, sustainable organizational improvements. She is a transformative leader who brings together complex\, growing healthcare systems through strategic partnerships. \nHer extensive experience includes designing\, creating\, building\, and implementing high-functioning\, consistent\, centralized\, agile human resources services and teams. Wright leverages best practices and standardizations to deliver best-in-class solutions\, positioning organizations to create incredible employee experiences\, lead the market as a best place to work\, and realize sustainable growth with financial excellence.Read Full Bio \nSponsorship OpportunitiesThere are several opportunities to sponsor our November 13 Employee Engagement Bootcamp. Click here for full details. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:November 13\, 2025\, 11:30 am to 5:15 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Woven Health Collective889 Howell Mill Road\, Ste. 4500Atlanta\, GA 30318 \nCEUs:3 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. See box at right for other CEU credit opportunities. \nAgenda: \n\n11:00 AM: Registration Opens\n11:30 AM-12:15 PM: Lunch and networking\n12:15 PM-12:30 PM: ACHE of Georgia Annual Business Meeting/2026 Board Election\n12:30 PM – 2:00: Employee Engagement Bootcamp\n2:00 PM-2:15 PM – Break\n2:15 PM to 3:45 PM: Employee Engagement Bootcamp continues\n3:45 PM – 5:15 PM — Rooftop networking event at Woven Health Collective with two drink tickets and light hors d’oeuvres\n5:15 PM: Program concludes\n\nCOST:* \n\nACHE Members\, Students\, SHRM Members: $155.00\nNon-Members: $175.00\n\n$10 Late Fee added after November 10. \n*The registration fee includes lunch and the rooftop networking event. \nNOTE – The Early Registration Deadline Is  Monday\, November 10.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CE Credit OpportunitiesThis ACHE Choice session has 3.0 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit AND 3 Hours of Continuing Education in collaboration with the following organizations: \n\nInterprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE)\nAccreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\nAccreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\nAmerican Academy of PAs (AAPA)\nAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\nAssociation of Social Work Boards (ASWB)\nCommission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)\n\nDetails on how to claim credit with these organizations will be sent to attendees after the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/thursday-november-13-in-person-luncheon-and-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Woven Health Collective\, 889 Howell Mill Road\, Ste. 4500\, Atlanta\, 30318\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T175248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T013402Z UID:23877-1761242400-1761249600@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:OCTOBER 23 CAREER ADVANCEMENT NETWORKING EVENT DESCRIPTION:2025-26 ACHE of Georgia Mentorship Program Launch Party\n \n \n \n \n \n October 23\, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMDistrict at Chamblee2965 Flowers Road South\,Atlanta\, GA 30341\nThis Event Is by Invitation Only for 2025-26 Mentorship Program Participants URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/october-23-career-advancement-networking-event/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T174637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T184743Z UID:23873-1760614200-1760623200@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:THURSDAY OCTOBER 16 IN PERSON LUNCH AND LEARN DESCRIPTION:“Fostering Inclusion of Patients and Employees with Disabilities”\n \n \n \n \n \n October 16\, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM atMaggiano’s Atlanta\nOctober 16 Lunch and Learn Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us on October 16 at Maggiano’s in Buckhead for our in-person lunch and learn program\, “Fostering Inclusion of Patients and Employees with Disabilities.” The program has been approved for 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. \nThis panel discussion will focus on how healthcare leaders can strengthen equity of care and foster inclusion of patients and employees with disabilities by addressing federal laws and mandates\, providing the necessary accommodations\, enhancing the quality of care and patient experience\, and creating tools and resources. Some of the topics covered include: \n\nWhat are some of the current or common obstacles people with disabilities face in your community or hospital when seeking care?\nHow does your health system address the fears/anxieties those with disabilities may have when seeking medical care?\nWhat steps has your organization taken to meet ADA\, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services\, and The Joint Commission’s requirements to ensure equity of care and inclusion?\nWhat innovations has the organization made in terms of addressing physical\, mental/behavioral\, and sensory impairments for both patients and employees?\n\nModerator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our October 16 program will be held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Networking TimeRegistration opens at 11:30 AM\, and we will have 30 minutes of networking time before and after the program\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the program. Lunch will be served beginning at 11:30 AM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Angela Henry\, FACHE\,Senior Client Partner\,Korn Ferry \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marion Spears Karr\, FACHE\,Managing Partner & Founder\,In-FLOW Executives; andStrategic Business & Talent Advisor\, Aegis Healthcare Services \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Benita K. Miller\, FACHE\, LISW-CP\, VHA-CM\,Deputy Network Director\,VA Southeast Network (VISN 7)\,U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gina Tipton\, RN\, MBA\, FACHE\,Chief Executive Officer\,Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Atlanta \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:October 16\, 2025\, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead3368 Peachtree Rd\, Atlanta\, GA 30326(404) 816-9650 \nAgenda:11:30 am: Check-in\, networking\, lunchNoon to 1:30 pm: Education program and lunch1:30 pm to 2:00 pm: Networking2:00 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit \nCOST:ACHE Member: $55Non-Member: $75Student ACHE Member: $20Student Non-Member: $30 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Monday\, October 13.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Attention Graduate Student MembersACHE of Georgia is offering monthly lunch and learn scholarships to graduate student members. Graduate student members who attend three of our monthly lunch and learns are eligible for a reimbursement of their registration fees. For example\, a graduate student who paid the student rate of $20 and attended three meetings in 2025 would receive a reimbursement of $60. \nReimbursements will be on a first-come\, first-served basis and no more than three luncheon events per student member. For details\, or to submit a request for reimbursement\, contact our Scholarship Subcommittee Chair Chet Bhasin. \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE IN-PERSON  EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. TO RECEIVE CREDIT\, YOUR NAME MUST APPEAR ON THE SIGN-IN SHEET. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/thursday-october-16-in-person-lunch-and-learn/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead\, 3368 Peachtree Rd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States GEO:33.8482166;-84.3673839 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead 3368 Peachtree Rd. Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3368 Peachtree Rd.:geo:-84.3673839,33.8482166 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250827T181851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T164437Z UID:25015-1758799800-1758808800@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 25 IN PERSON LUNCH AND LEARN DESCRIPTION:“Designing a More Efficient and Higher Quality Patient-Centered Healthcare Delivery Facilities Model”\n \n \n \n \n \n September 25 Lunch and Learn Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joint Program with the Association of Medical Facility Professionals – Atlanta\nSeptember 25\, 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM atMaggiano’s Atlanta\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Partner: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us on September 25 at Maggiano’s in Buckhead for our in-person lunch and learn program\, “Designing a More Efficient and Higher Quality Patient-Centered Healthcare Delivery Facilities Model.” This is a joint program with the Association of Medical Facility Professionals – Atlanta. The program has been approved for 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credit. \nThe last few years have challenged almost every healthcare system to rethink how they approach developing new facilities and maximizing the use of their existing inventory. This panel will serve as a conversation between industry leaders who have lead design and construction projects that transform their communities and expand the vital services they provide. \nWe’ll discuss how their systems use simulation\, new technologies\, and development strategies to guide design and prepare their facilities for the future of healthcare delivery. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our September 25 program will be held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Networking TimeRegistration opens at 11:30 AM\, and we will have 30 minutes of networking time before and after the program\, with plenty of time for questions and answers during the program. Lunch will be served beginning at 11:30 AM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris ResslerRegional Healthcare Director\, Associate Principal\,Stantec \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher (Chris) Chelette\,Healthcare Group Manager\,JE Dunn Construction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Devin Harrison\, PMP\, COR III\,Associate Director – Assessment Collaboration and Outreach (ACO)\,U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher Kane\,Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer\,Phoebe Putney Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:September 25\, 2025\, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead3368 Peachtree Rd\, Atlanta\, GA 30326(404) 816-9650 \nAgenda:11:30 am: Check-in\, networking\, lunchNoon to 1:30 pm: Education program and lunch1:30 pm to 2:00 pm: Networking2:00 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit \nCOST:ACHE or AMFP Atlanta Member: $55Non-Member: $75Student ACHE Member: $20Student Non-Member: $30$10 Late Fee added after September 22 \nNOTE – Early Registration Deadline Monday\, September 22.No credit/refund after this date. If you are unable to attend\, you may send a substitute. \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Attention Graduate Student MembersACHE of Georgia is offering monthly lunch and learn scholarships to graduate student members. Graduate student members who attend three of our monthly lunch and learns are eligible for a reimbursement of their registration fees. For example\, a graduate student who paid the student rate of $20 and attended three meetings in 2025 would receive a reimbursement of $60. \nReimbursements will be on a first-come\, first-served basis and no more than three luncheon events per student member. For details\, or to submit a request for reimbursement\, contact our Scholarship Subcommittee Chair Chet Bhasin. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE IN-PERSON  EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. TO RECEIVE CREDIT\, YOUR NAME MUST APPEAR ON THE SIGN-IN SHEET. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/thursday-september-25-in-person-lunch-and-learn/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead\, 3368 Peachtree Rd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States GEO:33.8482166;-84.3673839 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maggiano’s Atlanta Buckhead 3368 Peachtree Rd. Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3368 Peachtree Rd.:geo:-84.3673839,33.8482166 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250820T150852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T173347Z UID:24987-1758628800-1758632400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:September 23 Clinician Executives Webinar DESCRIPTION:Clinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program\n \n \n \n \n \n Our 4-Part Series Continues on September 23 with Our Webinar:\n\n“Achieving Excellence: Process Improvement Philosophies and Methods for Healthcare Leaders”\nSeptember 23\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ETVia Zoom\n1.5 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\nSee Below for Details on the Series\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a four-session educational series\, culminating in a social event for networking and celebration! This curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition into executive roles within healthcare organizations successfully. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 23 Webinar Focuses on Process ImprovementJoin us for this 90-minute webinar on September 23 as we discuss how executive leaders enable performance excellence in today’s complex healthcare landscape. We will explore leadership philosophies\, effective frameworks\, and various methodologies. Wondering how Baldrige\, Lean\, Six Sigma\, and High-Reliability Organizing fit together to drive transformative and sustainable results? Register today!  \nPresenters: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Philip Atoyebi\, MD\, MPH\, MBA\, FACHE\,Corporate Director\, Quality Strategy and Operations\, Emory Healthcare \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jennifer Giusti\, MPA\, BSN\, RN\, FACHE\,Chief Executive Officer\,Just Performance\, LLC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE/TIME:September 23\, 2025\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET \nLOCATION:Virtual Session Via Zoom \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nCOST: \n\nACHE Members: $15\nNon-Members: $20\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n See below to register for the entire 4-part series. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Series\nClinician to Executive: A Leadership Preparatory Program is a four-session educational series (presented every two months) that culminates in a networking dinner and celebration! \nThis curriculum aims to equip clinicians with the essential leadership\, financial\, operational\, and interpersonal skills needed to transition successfully into executive roles within healthcare organizations. Registration for the full series is available. \nThe Program includes: \n\nMay 7 webinar — “Beyond Compliance: Mastering Human Resources Skills for Transformational Leadership” —  Focuses on HR strategies that go beyond regulatory requirements to foster team engagement and wellness while decreasing organizational risk. Recording available to registrants.\nJuly 22 Webinar — “Finance Fundamentals for Clinician Executives: Building Confidence in Financial Decision-Making. This 90-minute session introduces essential financial concepts and tools for clinicians transitioning to leadership roles.\nSeptember 23 Weinbar — “Achieving Excellence: Process Improvement Philosophies and Methods for Healthcare Leaders. This 90-minute webinar explores effective frameworks and methodologies like Baldrige\, Lean\, Six Sigma\, High Reliability Organizing\, and PDSA to drive sustainable performance excellence.\nNovember 19 In-Person Event — “The Executive Edge: Networking\, Presence\, and Servant Leadership for Healthcare Leaders.” This 90-minute event highlights key executive leadership skills\, including building influence\, modeling servant leadership\, and cultivating professional networks.This final session is followed by a social with drinks and light food to celebrate the completion of the program and network as a group.\n\nCost for 4-Part Series Registration: \n\nACHE Members:\nNon-Members: $125\n\n \n Register for the 4-Part Series URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/september-23-clinician-executive-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T174224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T164136Z UID:23864-1758092400-1758126600@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:SEPTEMBER 17 HEALTH CONNECT SOUTH -- COMMUNITY PARTNER EVENT DESCRIPTION:HEALTH CONNECT SOUTH 2025 GATHERING – COMMUNITY PARTNER EVENTSeptember 17\, 2025\, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm\nVisit Health Connect South’s Website for Details \nACHE of Georgia’s Panel at Health Connect South has Been Approved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Credit.\nUp to 9 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nRegistration Is Open —Click Here for ACHE of Georgia 20% Registration Discount \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Health Connect SouthThe mission of Health Connect South (HCS)  is to serve the health community as a platform to promote regional health collaborations. Through its collective work\, HCS seeks to define and advance the Southeast’s role in the future of health. Serving as a gateway between health industry silos\, HCS seek to facilitate unique and meaningful partnerships. Together\, health advances. \nHealth Connect South is known for its signature annual gathering\, which has become the largest healthcare gathering in the Southeast to hear and talk about “the new” in health\, the current challenges\, and possible solutions. \nThe content of our gatherings draws from the incredible pool of premier healthcare institutions in the Southeast\, including; The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)\, The American Cancer Society\, leading Research Universities\, Governmental and Industry leaders\, and top-ranked Health Systems. \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHE of Georgia Panel Discussion — 1.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person CreditHealth Connect South will again offer a panel from ACHE of Georgia with 1.5 hours of ACHE In-Person credit. The topic is “Innovation and the Changing Face of Healthcare Delivery.” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register with 20% ACHE of Georgia Member Discount URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/september-17-health-connect-south-community-partner-event/ LOCATION:Georgia Aquarium\, 22 Baker Street NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250820T134241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T161633Z UID:24979-1757592000-1757597400@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:September 11 Webinar on Medical Research Funding Cuts DESCRIPTION:“Impact of Medical Research Federal Funding Reductions on Equitable Access to Healthcare”\nSeptember 11\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ETVia Zoom\n1.5 Hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us via Zoom at noon ET on September 11  for “Impact of Medical Research Federal Funding Reductions on Equitable Access to Healthcare.” This discussion will focus on how health system leaders are navigating anticipated reductions in federal funding\, including implications for research strategy and institutional sustainability. \nPanelists Will Discuss: \n\nOverview of the presidential executive orders (OEs) and Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) directives affecting major funding sources for medical research.\nThe scope and scale of medical research funding at a tertiary care academic healthcare institution.\nExamples of how medical research funding is used to extend access to care for underserved and underrepresented populations.\nStrategies for mitigating potential disruptions to patient care due to reductions in medical research funding.\nThe importance of academic medical research to the greater healthcare community is to introduce and expand the reach of innovative and advanced medical expertise that improves health outcomes for marginalized communities and populations.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Darra Edwards\, PharmD\, MS\, BCPS\,Corporate Pharmacy Director of 340B Programs\, Prime Healthcare \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robert Nobles\, DrPH\, MPH\,Vice President for Research Administration and Institutional Official\,Emory University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lisa Flowers\, M.D. MPH\, FACOG\,Professor\, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics\,Emory University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DATE/TIME:September 11\, 2025\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET \nLOCATION:Virtual Session Via Zoom \nCEUs:1.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education Credit \nCOST: \n\nACHE Members: $15\nNon-Members: $20\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/september-11-webinar-on-medical-research-funding-cuts/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T133000 DTSTAMP:20260604T095603 CREATED:20250209T173113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T175150Z UID:23860-1756987200-1756992600@acheofgeorgia.org SUMMARY:SEPTEMBER 4 VIRTUAL INTERACTIVE DESCRIPTION:“Rebuilding Public Trust Following Hospital Clinical and Managerial Errors”\n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ETVirtual Interactive Program\nApproved for 1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive CreditRegistration Is Limited to 90 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ProgramJoin us virtually at noon ET on September 4 for our Virtual Interactive program\, “Rebuilding Public Trust Following Hospital Clinical and Managerial Errors.” \nHealthcare organizations are becoming more transparent due to increased monitoring by various public and private entities. Hospital executives who have taken on the task of rebuilding their image following an unexpected error in their organization can help us better understand how to create increased community trust and market share. This may include increased community relations initiatives\, internal public relations campaigns\, such as responses to patients’ and families’ questions\, press releases\, future marketing\, and studying and adjusting safety initiatives. \nPanelists Will Discuss: \n\nWhat role do senior leaders have in developing a consistent message that can be delivered to patients\, families\, the community\, and the press after an error?\nHow can your organization benefit from increased error transparency? What are the risks?\nHow can public relations and marketing departments work together with clinical departments to bolster public perception of an organization in cases of patient error?\nWhat legal issues need to be addressed when disclosing errors to the public?\nHow does an organization determine what level of disclosure is needed for each error?\nWhat are the ethical issues regarding transparency\, and how is an organization prepared to address them\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Important: Registration requires 2 steps: payment to ACHE of Georgia with the link above and registration on ACHE’s website (no extra charge) to receive the webinar link. See the instructions below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Moderator: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kevin Matson\, FACHEVice President Regional Hospitals Southern MarketNortheast Georgia Health System \nPanelists: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jason Lesandrini\, Ph.D.\, FACHE\, LPEC\, HEC-C\,AVP of Ethics\, Advance Care Planning\, Spiritual Health and Language Access Services\,Wellstar Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Steve Kreiser\, CDR USN Ret.\, MBA\,Partner\,Press Ganey \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott C. Crowley\, J.D.\, Ph.D.\,Director of Enterprise Risk and Sr. Counsel\,Northeast Georgia Health System \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details:September 4\, 2025\, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Eastern Time \nLocation:This program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE National’s learning management system. \nAgenda:Noon to 1:30 pm: Education program and Q&A discussion1:30 pm: Conclude \nCEUs:1.5 Hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Credit. \nCOST:ACHE Member: $30Non-Member: $35Students: $20 \nNote: Registration is capped at 90 registrants.  \nIf you have questions\, contact Bruce Lloyd at 404-444-8136 or send an email. \nThis program will be delivered via Zoom using ACHE’s learning management system (see instructions below on obtaining the Zoom link from ACHE) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important: Registration Has Two Steps: \nStep 1: Complete payment to ACHE of Georgia with the link above. \nStep 2: Once you complete payment to ACHE of Georgia\, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to register on the ACHE website to receive the Zoom link and get Virtual Interactive credit for the event. IMPORTANT: You must complete this step to receive the webinar link. \nThere’s no extra fee on the ACHE website. Click the link in the email immediately to complete the registration process and avoid issues later. You may also miss important email communications from ACHE if you do not register on ACHE National’s website right away. \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS PRESENTED LOCALLY BY ACHE OF GEORGIA. THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES HAS AWARDED 1.5 ACHE Virtual Interactive EDUCATION CREDIT HOURS TO THIS PROGRAM. To receive Virtual Interactive credit\, you must be registered through the ACHE web portal and participate for 90 minutes to receive credit for the event. URL:https://acheofgeorgia.org/event/september-4-virtual-interactive/ LOCATION:Virtual Program\, GA\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR