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December 2024

President's Report

As we approach the end of 2024, I find myself reflecting on what has been a truly remarkable year for ACHE of Indiana. Together, we’ve made incredible strides in advancing our mission and fostering a vibrant, engaged community of healthcare leaders.


Here are just a few of this year’s highlights:


  • 34 Events From networking opportunities to educational sessions and awards ceremonies, each event helped strengthen our collective commitment to excellence.
  • 2,146 AttendeesYour participation and engagement have made these gatherings impactful and rewarding.
  • 173 New MembersWelcome to the ACHE of Indiana family! We’re thrilled to have you on board.
  • 15 Members Advancing to FellowA huge congratulations to those who achieved this significant milestone. Your dedication is an inspiration to us all.


As we bring this stellar year to a close, I’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our outgoing board members for their service over the past two years.


  • David Hyatt, President and CEO, Riverview Health
  • Dr. Vivian Cintron, Global Head of Pharma Strategies, Agilent Technologies
  • Dr. Raul Zambrano, Program Director, Family Residency Program, Marion Health


Your dedication, leadership, and commitment have been integral to our success. On both a personal and professional level, it has been a privilege to serve alongside you. While your time on the board is concluding, I look forward to seeing your continued contributions to our chapter and committees.


Finally, to all our members—thank you for making 2024 a year to remember. Your passion, collaboration, and shared vision for advancing healthcare leadership make ACHE of Indiana such a special organization.


Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a fantastic start to 2025!


Warm regards,


Sheila Kelty, DHA, FACHE

President, ACHE of Indiana

ACHE OF INDIANA BOARD OF DIRECTORS


Meet the 2025 Board of Directors


  • Sheila Kelty, MBA, DHA, FACHE, Board President and Director of TUL Services at Goshen Health
  • Andrew VanZee FACHE, Board President Elect and Programs Committee Chair, Vice President - Regulatory & Hospital Operations at Indiana Hospital Association
  • David Blish, FACHE, Board Treasurer, Sponsorship and Finance Committee Chair Director at Katz, Sapper & Miller
  • Wendy Mehringer, MBA, FACHE, Vice President, Philanthropy and Operations at IU Health Foundation
  • Elena Smith, MBA, Membership Committee Chair, Performance Improvement Manager at Ascension Medical Group
  • Alexandra Simonton, MHA, Eli Lilly
  • Parveen Chand, MHA, FACHE, Chief Operating Officer at Ascension St. Vincent
  • Angie Stevenson, MHA, FACHE, FACMPE, Chief Executive Officer at Forté
  • Konye Ori, FACMPE, FACHE, CHFP, Director, Women's Health Service Line at IU Health Physicians
  • Taryn Stone, Partner and Chair of the Healthcare Group at Ice Miller
  • Curtis Wright, MD, MBA, FHM, FACP, CEO at Eskenazi Medical Group
  • Jeff Moffatt, CPA/ABV, ASA, CVA, FHFMA, FACHE, Senior Manager at Blue & Co., LLC
  • Carla Hill, MBA, EDAC, Director of Business Development at Guidon
  • Janette Helm, FACHE, Adjunct Faculty at O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
  • Pattricia Griffin, MHA, MBA, RN, FACHE, Vice President of Quality at Access Telecare
  • Priscilla DeLeon, PhD, MBA, Chief of Veteran Experience at Department of Veteran
  • Jennifer Hindman MA, FACHE, VP, Hospital Administrator at Community Health Network
  • Parke Corbin FACHE, Director of Provider Compensation at Eskenazi
  • Tim Travis, President and CEO at South Bend Medical Foundation
  • Carolina Braga, Principal Client Success at ADP
  • Maria Vought MS, BSN, NI-BC, Service Line Director of Oncology at Franciscan Alliance 

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

  • Jared Antczak, MBA
  • Khrista Boster, MBA
  • Anne K. Bowen, MBA
  • James S. Branam
  • David Brinkley
  • Clay Eason
  • Charles Gordon, III
  • Lori Mathis
  • Ibijoke Obaitan
  • Madeline Preusse
  • Megan Rexing
  • Laura Starks, MBA
  • Jared Stimpson, MBA
  • Emily Tisdale
  • Olusegun Ajibade
  • Olivia Cronin, MD
  • Harshpreet Dhami
  • Aaron Dobben, MHA
  • Caylynn Johnson
  • Devon Kennedy
  • Hannah Lauinger
  • Melody Littrell , MBA
  • Melanie S. Sizemore, DBA, MBA
  • Alexander I. Slosman, MHA
  • John Cole
  • Autumn M. Farmer
  • Grace Marksbury, MSN
  • Angela N. Whitney

CONGRATULATIONS!

Advancing Members


Mathew Gaug, FACHE

Lee Herschberger, MBA, BSN, RN, FACHE

Joshua Dean, FACHE

Request for FACHE Study Cards & Resources


ACHE of Indiana is pleased to offer access to a library of FACHE study materials, intended to support our members in their preparation for the Board of Governors exam. Should you wish to contribute previously utilized study cards or books for the benefit of fellow ACHE of Indiana members, we invite you to kindly contact us via the provided link below.


Furthermore, if you find yourself in need of study resources, we encourage you to join our current wait list by reaching out to us through the same link. Your professional success is our priority, and we are dedicated to supporting you in your BOG preparation process.


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