Welcome New Members of the Board of Governors
To learn more about ACHE’s new board members, see their bios in the Executive News section.
Chair: Michele K. Sutton, FACHE
Chair-Elect: Noel J. Cárdenas, FACHE
Immediate Past Chair: William P. Santulli, FACHE
Governor: Jennifer D. Alderfer, FACHE
Governor: Corwin N. Harper, FACHE
Governor: Bonnie J. Panlasigui, FACHE
Governor: Peter J. Wright, FACHE
Thank You to Outgoing Board of Governors
Delvecchio S. Finley, FACHE, Immediate Past Chair
Noel J. Cárdenas, FACHE, Governor
Michael K. Givens, FACHE, Governor
Michele R. Martz, CPA, FACHE, Governor
Dodie McElmurray, FACHE, Governor
New Regents Elected
For a full rundown of the newly elected Regents, see the Executive News section.
Skogsbergh Receives Gold Medal Award
James “Jim” H. Skogsbergh, FACHE, was the recipient of the Gold Medal Award, the highest honor bestowed by ACHE on outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to the healthcare profession.
Skogsbergh led Advocate Health Care for 16 years, along with four years at the helm of Advocate Aurora Health, and then served as CEO of Advocate Health, which was created in late 2022 through the combination of Advocate Aurora and Atrium Health. He retired in 2024.
ACHE’s Immediate Past Chair, William P. Santulli, FACHE, presented Skogsbergh with his award during the Opening Session. Santulli and Skogsbergh partnered and worked together for 30 years at Advocate Health and at Iowa Health System.
“He’s an extraordinary leader on so many levels,” said Santulli. “I am eternally grateful for the impact [he’s] had on my professional journey and life.”
Monice Named Young Healthcare Executive of the Year
Pierre Monice, FACHE, has had a unique journey to his position as president of MacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, Ill., going from church pastor to healthcare recruiter, hospital COO and regional chief human resources officer. Monice has managed multiple large construction projects; built or expanded a diverse array of healthcare service lines; steered several financial turnarounds; and focused attention on increasing clinical quality.
“I believe that leadership is not about personal achievement—it is about personnel achievement. Everyone you meet has goals. Good leaders help those who follow to get closer to their goals,” said Monice during his acceptance speech.
The award recognizes early careerists for outstanding achievements in the field of healthcare management.
Jackson Selected as Honorary Fellow
ACHE honored Richard “Rick” L. Jackson as its 2025 Honorary Fellow. Jackson is founder, chair and CEO of Jackson Healthcare, Alpharetta, Ga., which he launched in 2000 and today is one of the largest U.S. healthcare staffing companies.
Honorary Fellowship is a special category of ACHE membership that recognizes professionals who have rendered distinguished service in healthcare or related areas and who would not ordinarily be ACHE members.
Over the course of his career, Jackson has been instrumental in conceptualizing and developing more than 30 healthcare companies—staffing companies, surgery centers, practice management companies, clinics and hospitals. He has a passion for the market and a proven track record in anticipating opportunities and identifying underserved niches.
Regents Recognized for Their Contributions
John Kueven, FACHE, Regent for Georgia, won the award for best message from the Regent (Geographic Regents) published during the 2024-2025 Convocation year. His summer 2024 message focused on healthcare leadership as a calling and the importance of ACHE in challenging times.
CDR Richard Bly, FACHE, Regent for Navy, won the award for best message from the Regent (Federal Sector) published during the 2024-2025 Convocation year. His fall 2024 newsletter emphasized the importance of recruitment, engagement and advancement and promoted various strategies for Navy members to align with these efforts.
Bly also won the award for recruiting the greatest percentage of the designated goal for new Members and Fellows in the federal sector, with 9.2% growth.
David Isaacks, Regent for Veterans Affairs, won the award for the greatest percentage of the designated goal of Members advancing to Fellow, with 10.3% growth.
2024 Joint Federal Sector Award Winners Recognized
The Federal Sector Awards recognize federal and military ACHE members who have demonstrated excellence in the healthcare profession, contributed to the advancement of ACHE and inspired other healthcare professionals to achieve excellence.
Federal Excellence in Healthcare Leadership
Sponsored by Brig. Gen. (Retired) Donald B. Wagner, FACHE, U.S. Air Force, this award recognizes a federal (civilian or uniformed) ACHE Fellow who has made significant contributions to ACHE and the profession of healthcare administration.
Brett H. Venable, FACHE, chief of staff, Medical Readiness Command, JBSA Lackland, Texas.
Federal Excellence in Healthcare Management
This award recognizes one federal (nonmilitary) ACHE member who developed and led, or continues to lead, innovative practices in healthcare management.
Indra Sandal, PhD, chief of innovation, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Tampa, Fla.
Military Excellence in Healthcare Management
This award recognizes one current or retired (past 12 months) uniformed service ACHE member who developed and led, or continues to lead, innovative practices in healthcare management.
LCDR Raben B. Talvo, FACHE, portfolio manager, Defense Health Agency, Falls Church, Va.