- Monthly Membership Perk:
Webinar on Path to CEO Role - Diversity in Executive Leadership Program Application Period Is Open
- ACHE Call for Nominations for 2026 Slate
- Apply for the 2025 Summer Enrichment Program
Webinar on Path to CEO Role
The path to becoming a healthcare CEO is often quite varied, but regardless of the route, there are best practices to follow, as well as roadblocks to avoid. An examination of one’s aspirations and motivations for wanting to become a CEO are also important. “Pathways to the Healthcare CEO Role” reviews leadership qualities and competencies one should develop to be successful in the CEO role.
Normally, the member rate for this webinar would be $49 from the On-Demand Recorded Content Library, but for this month’s Membership Perk, the recording is complimentary through Feb. 13 and worth 1 Qualifying Education credit. To take advantage of this benefit, simply enter the discount code JANPERK2025 when registering for this session. For other or supplemental topics of interest, visit the On-Demand Digital Learning Library.
We hope you enjoy this Monthly Membership Perk, and we thank you for being a part of the ACHE community.
Diversity in Executive Leadership Program Application Period Is Open
The application period for the Thomas C. Dolan Diversity in Executive Leadership Program closes April 8. This prestigious program provides comprehensive education, mentoring and networking opportunities to prepare leaders for executive roles in hospitals, health systems and other healthcare organizations.
In 2025, the program features a robust curriculum that includes live webinars, self-study materials, personalized mentoring, executive coaching and three in-person sessions hosted in Chicago, Houston and Nashville—in conjunction with ACHE’s Executive Program. Dolan scholars are empowered through structured learning and activities designed to cultivate a strong leadership presence, build critical leadership skills and expand their capacity to navigate career opportunities and challenges. The program runs from June 8 to Nov. 4.
Since its establishment in 2014 by the Foundation of ACHE’s Fund for Healthcare Leadership, the Dolan Diversity in Executive Leadership Program has provided specialized leadership development for a diverse set of close to 100 leaders. Named in honor of Thomas C. Dolan, who served as ACHE president and CEO from 1991 to 2013, the program reflects his enduring commitment to increasing diversity among senior healthcare leaders.
For more information, visit the Diversity in Executive Leadership Program page or email diversity@ache.org.
ACHE Call for Nominations for 2026 Slate
ACHE’s 2025–2026 Nominating Committee is looking for experienced leaders to serve in ACHE’s top leadership ranks for terms beginning in 2026. ACHE Fellows are eligible for the Chair-Elect and Governor vacancies, as well as the Nominating Committee vacancies within their districts. Those interested in pursuing applications should review the candidate guidelines which detail the competencies and qualifications required for these roles. Open positions on the slate include:
- Nominating Committee member, District 1 (two-year term ending in 2028).
- Nominating Committee member, District 4 (two-year term ending in 2028).
- Nominating Committee member, District 5 (two-year term ending in 2028).
- Four Governors (three-year terms ending in 2029).
- Chair-Elect.
Refer to the following district designations for the open positions:
- District 1: Canada, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
- District 4: Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas
- District 5: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Candidates for Chair-Elect and Governor should submit an application to serve, a copy of their resume and up to 10 letters of support.
More details are included in the Candidate Guidelines, including guidance from the Board of Governors to the Nominating Committee regarding the personal competencies of Chair-Elect and Governor candidates and the composition of the Board of Governors.
Candidates for the Nominating Committee should submit a letter of self-nomination and a copy of their resume. Due to the importance and nature of work conducted by the Nominating Committee, candidates should demonstrate effective and successful experience as a healthcare leader and an ACHE volunteer.
Applications to serve and self-nominations should be addressed to Delvecchio S. Finley, FACHE, Nominating Committee Chair, and can be submitted to Kim Rock at krock@ache.org.
All applications must be received by Monday, July 28.
Following the July 28 submission deadline, the committee may meet to determine which candidates for Chair-Elect and Governor will be interviewed. All candidates will be notified of the committee’s decision no later than Sept. 26, and candidates for Chair-Elect and Governor will be interviewed in person Oct. 23 in Chicago.
The first meeting of ACHE’s 2025–2026 Nominating Committee will be held Tuesday, March 25, during the 2025 Congress on Healthcare Leadership in Houston. The committee will be in open session at 2:45 p.m. Central time.
During the meeting, an orientation session will be conducted for potential candidates, giving them the opportunity to ask questions about the nominating process.
Immediately following the orientation, an open forum will be provided for ACHE members to present and discuss their views of ACHE leadership needs.
If you have any questions, contact Kim Rock at (312) 424-9375 or krock@ache.org.
Apply for the 2025 Summer Enrichment Program
Registration is open for the American Hospital Association’s Institute for Diversity and Health Equity’s 2025 Summer Enrichment Program. This program seeks graduate students with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity and health equity through lived experiences to strengthen the pipeline and build the next generation of leaders in healthcare.
This opportunity is a 10-week, paid internship program for graduate students who are pursuing an advanced degree within healthcare or a related field. Students in the program are paired with a healthcare organization, where they will benefit from experiential learning, mentorship, networking and the opportunity to learn from experts in the field. Experienced administrators serve as preceptors and mentors, providing support and career advice as well as critical early-career connections.
ACHE and the Institute are co-promoting the program to increase the number of students who participate and, accordingly, increase the number of host sites. Healthcare organizations that register to become a host site gain access to these healthcare leaders of tomorrow.
Internships generally take place June through August. Learn more and apply today.