NEW opportunity!

Dear MCACHE Community,

We're excited to introduce a new opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow your professional network by offering MCACHE Mingle Networking Drop In Sessions. We will launch in Troy, Ann Arbor, Toledo and Detroit some early morning gatherings designed to bring healthcare professionals together in a relaxed setting to build relationships, exchange ideas, and strengthen our leadership community.

Whether you're a long‑time MCACHE member, newly engaged, or exploring the community for the first time, all are welcome — members and non‑members alike. We will have at least two board members present to welcome you. Stop in and enjoy coffee, a pastry or bagel, and enjoy some networking, meaningful conversations, and a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

Our first two MCACHE Mingles have been locked in:

📅 Wednesday, April 8

⏰ 7:30 – 9:00 AM

📍 % Coffee (Troy)
With Board Members Scott Johnson and David Jackson
Additional details available here: MCACHE Mingle April 8


📅 Friday, April 24

⏰ 7:30 – 9:00 AM

📍 Dozer Coffee (Ann Arbor)
With Board Members Laura Rivard and Kenneth Rates
Additional details available here: MCACHE Mingle April 24


There is no cost to attend, and MCACHE will host coffee, pastries and bagels for all guests.



We hope you'll join us in Troy and/or Ann Arbor to kick off this new series, with additional Mingle events planned for Detroit, and Toledo—details coming soon.

We look forward to seeing you there!

MCACHE Board

EARLY BIRD pricing!

Leading Through Uncertainty: How to Leverage Personal Values and Trust to Guide

Date: Wednesday, May 13 & Thursday, May 14, 2026

Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm (EST) on May 13th & 8:00am - 12:00pm (EST) on May 14th

Location: Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest

1275 S. Huron Street

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Who should attend: Mid-to senior-level healthcare leaders

Uncertainty is a constant in healthcare, and today it’s more intense than ever. In these moments, a leader’s mindset can either strengthen or strain their team’s ability to move forward.

This interactive session explores how trust, self-awareness and sensemaking are essential tools for leading effectively in complex and changing environments. Participants will assess their personal values, reflect on how they respond to uncertainty and consider how their own reactions shape the experience of those they lead.

This seminar will explore practical strategies for building and sustaining trust during uncertainty and how leaders can create clarity, even when they don’t have all the answers. Using the concept of sensemaking, participants will look at how leaders can interpret and explain change in real time, providing direction and confidence to their teams.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify core personal values
• Evaluate the ways that personal values influence leadership behavior during times of change
• Describe the impact of trust on team performance in uncertain environments
• Explore practical ways to become a more trusted leader
• Learn how to apply sensemaking to guide teams through ambiguity

*This program is awarded 12 hours of ACHE In-Person Education credits.

Participation is limited to 60 healthcare leaders. Early Bird pricing starts today, so register now to confirm your seat at a discounted price!

Early Bird Pricing (registration now through April 20)

ACHE Member: $600

Non-Member: $725

LFACHE/Military/Veteran: $525

Group (3+ from the same organizational team): $550

Standard Pricing (registration April 21 - May 13)

AHCE Member: $725

Non-Member: $840

LFACHE/Military/Veteran: $645

Group (3+ from the same organizational team): $670

Hotel Reservation

Click the button below to book a room at the Marriott Eagle Crest for the May 13-14 event. The block will close on April 14th, so do it today!

Special Benefit for Boot Camp Attendees

Attendees will receive a discount on tickets to MCACHE's virtual seminar this October - Human-Centered Leadership for the Next Era of Digital Healthcare. More details soon!

SAVE the date!

Human-Centered Leadership for the Next Era of Digital Healthcare Systems

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm (EST)

Location: Virtual

Who should attend: Healthcare leaders at all levels

Featuring Brian Spiak, Healthcare Executive | Program Director at Harvard | Best-Selling Author.

Human-Centered Leadership for the Next Era of Digital Healthcare Systems

What it means to be an effective healthcare leader is rapidly changing in today’s fast-paced digital environment. Leadership was typically thought of as a “soft” intuitive skill, while management was thought of as a “hard” science, but those lines are blurring. The days of purely intuitive decisions are over for those who want to remain competitive and sustainable.

This interactive seminar is designed to help you pair cutting-edge technology, such as AI and simulations, with the latest behavioral science to boost your healthcare leadership skills. Whether you want to increase employee engagement, reduce burnout or improve patient-centered outcomes and long-term sustainability, this seminar will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.

Seminar Objectives:

*Describe systemic roots of surface-level challenges.

*Identify digital solutions to systemic challenges.

*Assess skills necessary for next-level leadership in the digital era.

*Practice using cutting-edge tech.

*Investigate concrete solutions to apex challenges.

Registration is a 2-step process. (You will not receive VIRTUAL credits unless you complete both steps.) 

1. Click the Register Now Step 1 button below. You must register and pay on the MCACHE platform.

2. We will send the second step's URL as soon as it becomes available.

You will join the Zoom session through your ACHE account or the new account you set up if you are not a member.

*This program is awarded 2 hours of ACHE Virtual Education credits.

APRIL EVENT registrations!

Panel Discussion: Enabling Equitable and Inclusive Plans to Improve Care

Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm (EST)

Location: Virtual

High-quality care should not vary based on a patient's socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, gender, or geographic background — yet healthcare disparities remain a persistent challenge across the U.S. This interactive virtual panel brings together healthcare leaders to discuss actionable, equitable, and inclusive approaches to patient care planning. Topics will include culturally competent care delivery, workforce diversity, language accessibility, social determinants of health (SDOH), and real-world responses to contemporary challenges.

Agenda

5:00–5:05 Welcome and housekeeping

5:05–5:15 Panelist and moderator introductions

5:15–6:00 Panel discussion

6:00–6:25 Q&A

6:25–6:30 Closing remarks

Panelist:

Denise Brooks-Williams

EVP & COO

Henry Ford Health

Panelist:

Dr. Gwen Graddy-Dansby Chief Medical Officer

PACE Southeast Michigan

Panelist:

Mary Naber

CEO

PACE Southeast Michigan

Registration is a 2-step process. (You will not receive VIRTUAL credits unless you complete both steps.) 

1. Click the Register Now Step 1 button below. You must register and pay on the MCACHE platform.

2. Click the Register Now Step 2 button. You must register on the ACHE platform to have access to the Zoom login credentials and receive your credits. There is no additional cost associated with this step. If you are NOT an ACHE member you will create an account on ACHE.org account, but you don’t have to become a member.

You will join the Zoom session through your ACHE account or the new account you set up if you are not a member.

*This program is awarded 1.5 hour of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credits.

Register Now Step 1

Join the HFMA Michigan Great Lakes Chapter for our Annual 2026 Women in Leadership Conference, Invest in Yourself. Lead Boldly + Wisely. This empowering event is designed to inspire and equip leaders across the healthcare industry with the tools to thrive personally and professionally. 

Join us for a welcome reception on the evening of April 21, the night before the conference begins. This will be a great opportunity to network, connect with fellow attendees, and kick off the event. The location will be announced soon and will be within a short distance of the conference hotel.

The event on April 22 will feature a dynamic executive panel discussion with influential leaders, an engaging keynote address by Dr. Darla Bishop on “Maximizing Your Three Currencies,” and thought-provoking sessions led by Amy Blain and Barbara Boldt. Together, these speakers will share strategies for authentic communication, leadership growth, and practical steps to elevate yourself personally and career professionally.

Theme Overview:

Invest in Yourself: Prioritize personal growth and development to unlock your full potential as a leader.

Lead Boldly: Embrace confidence and courage to make impactful decisions and drive meaningful change.

Lead Wisely: Combine strategic thinking with emotional intelligence to navigate complex challenges and inspire others.

 
Event Highlights:

Keynote Speaker:

Dr. Darla Bishop “Maximizing Your Three Currencies”

 Gain insights on leveraging time, energy, and money to achieve success and balance.


Featured Speakers:

Amy Blain “Rise Formula: Small Shifts, Big Leadership Moves”. Practical strategies for elevating leadership through incremental changes.


Interactive Workshops:

Barbara Boldt “Redefining Executive Presence for Women: Quiet Strength, Powerful Voice”. Transformational speaker and communication coach, empowering   leaders to become authentic, impactful communicators. Hands-on session designed to enhance your leadership skills and communication strategies.


Executive Panel Discussion:

Hear from influential healthcare executives, including:

Robin Damschroder (CFO, Henry Ford Health)

Kayla Howell (VP, Revecore)

Moderator: Brad Willkie (Salud Revenue Partners)

Why Attend?

Learn actionable strategies to invest in yourself and unlock your leadership potential.

Gain insights from multiple speakers to elevate your leadership influence and impact.

Connect with executives and peers committed to leadership, innovation, and excellence.

Join us for an engaging program filled with inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities, all while enjoying breakfast and lunch.

We are proud to partner with, and support Focus Hope, an organization committed to creating pathways to career opportunities and economic equity. Discover their impactful work at https://www.focushope.edu/programs/job-training.

All are welcome! Invite colleagues and friends ready to invest in themselves and lead boldly.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS for members!

Have you or someone you know recently been promoted within your organization in the last 3 months? Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey to highlight this professional growth and achievement for you or your colleague.

MCACHE Member's Career Advancement: Submission for Promotions Form!

MEMBERSHIP renewal due ASAP!

Just a reminder now is the time to renew your MCACHE membership for 2026! If you haven't done this yet, click on the button below and go to "pay my dues".

I’m already established in my carrier, why should I join MCACHE?

@Carly Davis “I love what MCACHE has done for me. I joined MCACHE a little over a year ago as I was seeking to grow my professional network and further my education through the Fellowship of American College of Health Care Executive (FACHE). As a mid-career professional, I am so grateful for the MCACHE opportunities.”

BOG exam fee waiver!

Take the next important step in your career by advancing to Fellow status! Take advantage of ACHE's Board of Governors Exam fee waiver offer (a savings of $225). Candidates who submit an FACHE® application between March 1 and June 30 are eligible to receive the waiver, pending approval of the application.

Visit ache.org/FACHE to learn more.

The word volunteer is defined as “a person who undertakes or expresses a willingness to undertake a service or to do something” -- a similar definition could be used for leadership.

Enhance your membership experience by being actively engaged in YOUR MCACHE Chapter. Your strengths, skills, and competencies are invaluable in helping to elevate the Healthcare Executive profession, and volunteering is a great leadership development tool and way to connect with others.

Complete the Willingness to Serve Form if you'd like to volunteer! MCACHE is especially looking for volunteers for the MCACHE Communication Committee.

Not quite sure yet how you’d like to help? Send a note to mcache@achemail.net. — we will work with you to find the perfect fit.

PODCAST recordings!

Check out our latest podcast about the ACHE Board of Governor's Exam Review. Listen!

Gold

Michael J. Hoeflein, PE, CHFM, MBA, FACHE, Communication Committee Chairperson

michaeljhoeflein@gmail.com

Erin Johnson, Communication Committee Vice Chairperson

Erin.johnson9@va.gov

Website:

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