Empowering Women in Healthcare: A Night to Remember With ACHE–NJ
ACHE–NJ hosted a Women’s Leadership Panel at Atlantic Health System’s Jets Training Center. Attendees gathered for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the facility of the NFL’s New York Jets and an enlightening panel discussion with renowned healthcare executives across New Jersey. The event was a testament to ACHE–NJ’s commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity across the healthcare sector. Attendees connected with influential voices from New Jersey, exchanged valuable insights and delved into the crucial role of women in healthcare.
The panelists shared their journeys, challenges and triumphs, offering invaluable advice to aspiring healthcare leaders. They emphasized the importance of mentorship, resiliency and continuous learning in shaping successful careers. The discussions underscored the need for more women in leadership roles, highlighting the unique perspectives and strengths they bring to executive positions in healthcare.
The event also provided a platform for attendees to build connections and foster relationships within the healthcare community. The networking session allowed participants to engage in meaningful conversations, share experiences and learn from each other well after the event.
The exclusive behind-the-scenes tour was another highlight of the evening. Attendees explored the Jets Training Center, which added an element of excitement and exclusivity to the event, a metaphor for how structure and process can impact outcomes and create high-performing teams.
The success of the Women’s Leadership Panel exemplifies ACHE–NJ’s dedication to empowering women in healthcare. The event not only celebrated the achievements of women leaders but also sparked conversations regarding the challenges they face around intersectionality and the solutions to overcome them.
Maryland Association of Health Care Executives
The Maryland Association of Health Care Executives Program Committee crafted an exceptional lineup of educational content for its members in 2024. The intention was to introduce a variety of new offerings designed to enhance professional development and leadership skills. Here’s what took place.
Breakfast Club Series
The chapter launched its first monthly Breakfast Club series in July, which focuses on leadership topics. The inaugural session featured motivational speaker Jerry Bridge, who presented “The Leadership, Productivity and Wellbeing Course for the Healthcare Workforce.” Attendees earned 1 ACHE Qualifying Education credit per session.
Lunch and Learn Series
Also in July, the chapter introduced its monthly Lunch and Learn series that covers a broad range of topics relevant to healthcare administration. The inaugural session featured speaker Debra Phairas, who presented “Understanding Work RVUs Calculation and Compensation.” Attendees earned 1 ACHE Qualifying Education credit per session.
Virtual Learning Events
To further support its members’ continuous learning, the chapter offered seven additional monthly virtual learning events. The first event was titled “Healthcare Compliance: Emerging Trends and Best Practices for Managing Risk.” Attendees earned 1.5 ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credits per session.
Annual All-Day Educational Event
The premier event, the Annual All-Day Educational Event: Healthcare Summit of Solutions, held in September, brought together industry leaders and peers for a full day of learning and networking. The summit featured four engaging panel sessions and a keynote presentation by Mark Bittle, DrPH, FACHE, offering valuable insights to over 100 attendees. With 10 exhibitors showcasing their innovations, the event was a tremendous success, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the healthcare community. Attendees earned 6 ACHE In-Person Education credits.
ACHE of North Texas
In 2024, with the collective effort of its dedicated members, ACHE of North Texas witnessed some of the most exciting changes in its history. During its yearly strategic planning retreat in 2023, the chapter’s president, Aaron Bujnowski, FACHE, presented a challenge to the leadership: “Accelerate!” This strategic theme was not just a directive but a call to action to take this successful chapter to new heights of impact, relevance and connection. And 2024 saw a tremendous acceleration, which is a testament to the commitment and hard work of its members and leaders. Here are three examples:
Less can be more. Traditionally, there’s a networking event and a separate mentorship kickoff event each year. In a move to streamline and enhance activities, the networking and mentorship committees decided to merge these events. The result was one of the most invigorating events of the year. New mentees met a wide range of members, not just their mentors. The energy and enthusiasm in the room were palpable, leaving attendees with a sense of optimism and excitement that extended into the mentorship kickoff.
More can be most. The education committee proposed a plan to collaborate with two additional chapters in Texas for a two-day event. The resulting education event had nearly 200 people registered, and the faculty and speakers were energizing and informative. The networking committee also held an event on the evening of the first day for an enhanced experience. Another two-day event is in the works for 2025.
Better Together. With the generous support of sponsors, the chapter expanded its DEI efforts by partnering with the Healthcare Financial Management Association, the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society, the National Association of Health Services Executives, the National Association for Latino Healthcare Executives, and the North Texas Association for Healthcare Quality. It also included the chapter’s DEI groups, the Asian Healthcare Leaders Community of North Texas and Women’s Healthcare Executives’ Network. Nearly 200 attendees saw what it meant to be “better together.”
ACHE of North Texas’ leaders and members are finding new and better ways to live its mission to be the premier healthcare leadership organization in North Texas.
To find your chapter, search the chapter directory. To discuss your ideas for chapters, contact Stacey A. Kidd, CAE, director, Chapter Relations, Department of Executive Engagement, at (312) 424-9323 or skidd@ache.org.