ACHE of Georgia's November 12 MiniSummit 
Is in Two Weeks -- Register Now!

4.5 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit

(Our Last In-Person Credit Event of the Year)

“Driving Value: Innovation, Growth, and the Business of Healthcare Leadership”

Featuring ACHE Customized Learning Speaker Attila J. Hertelendy, Ph.D, and a Panel Discussion Session

November 12, 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM at 
Maggiano's in Buckhead

Our November 12 MiniSummit has 4.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit and is our last in-person credit event of the year. Lunch and breaks are included in the registration fee.

Event Overview:

Sanford G. Duke, MD, MBA, FACHE, President of ACHE of Georgia, opens the day with a welcome and end-of-year ACHE business meeting, 2027 Board election, announcement of the incoming Board, and introduction of our panel moderator.

Our morning panel discussion, “Marketing and Money: Linking New Products, Services and ROI,” explores how healthcare organizations connect strategic marketing investment to measurable return. 

Following lunch, Attila J. Hertelendy, Ph.D, will lead our ACHE Customized Learning Speaker session, “Strategic AI Implementation for HealthCare Leaders: Transforming HC delivery and operations.”

Sponsorship Opportunities

There are several opportunities to sponsor our November 12 MiniSummit. Click here for full details.

10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Panel Discussion:

“Marketing and Money: Linking New Products, Services and ROI"

When developing new products and services, healthcare professionals must have a comprehensive understanding of their consumers—their needs, values, and preferences. Accordingly, a well-thought-out marketing strategy is vital to the success of your organization.

Moderator:

Marion Spears Karr, FACHE,

Managing Partner & Founder,

In-FLOW Executives; and

Strategic Business & Talent Advisor,

Aegis Health

Panelists:

Pedro Adorno, MBA,

Acute Care Lead,

CapExpert

Jon Gibson,

Vice President- Marketing,

Think Surgical

Kelly Frazer Johnson, MBA, ACC, Career & Business Coach; Founder, Crystal Lake Marketing & Coaching

Event Details:

November 12, 2026, 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM Eastern Time

Location:

Maggiano’s Atlanta-Buckhead

3368 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30326

(404) 816-9650

CE Credit Opportunities

The ACHE Customized Learning session has 3.0 Hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit AND 3 Hours of Continuing Education in collaboration with the following organizations:

• Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE)
• Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
• Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
• American Academy of PAs (AAPA)
• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
• Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Details on how to claim credit with these organizations will be sent to attendees after the event.

Upcoming Events:



• November 5, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -- Lunch with a Healthcare Executive at St. Mary's Hospital in Athens, with Stonish Pierce, FACHE, President/Chief Executive Officer, Trinity Health Georgia. No fee to attend, but registration is required (limited to 20). Learn More or Register Now
• November 12, 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM — MiniSummit at Maggiano’s in Buckhead, “Driving Value: Innovation, Growth, and the Business of Healthcare Leadership.” Approved for 4.5 hours of ACHE In-Person Education Credit! Learn More or Register Now
• November 19, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM -- Virtual Interactive session, "Understanding Implicit Bias and Its Impact on Healthcare Leadership," 1.5 hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive credit. Learn More or Register Now
• Hold the Date! — December 3, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Holiday Networking Event and Awards Night hosted jointly by ACHE of Georgia and Georgia HIMSS. More details and registration will be announced soon.
• December 10, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM -- Virtual Interactive session, "Employing Social Media to Build Customer Satisfaction and Community Outreach." More details to be announced soon.

Visit www.acheofgeorgia.org/events for more information on upcoming ACHE of Georgia events.

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