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SUMMARY:ACHENTX Virtual New Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nAll new (and new-ish) members of ACHE of North Texas are encouraged to attend this session to hear about how the chapter works\, how we’re organized\, opportunities for you to be involved and ways you can maximize your ACHE membership. \n  \nAll are welcome! \n\n\n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://achentx.org/event/achentx-virtual-new-member-orientation-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Executive Exchange
DESCRIPTION:  \nA Strategic Exchange for Senior Leaders Shaping Tomorrow. \n  \n\n\nJoin a select group of senior leaders from across the metroplex for an exclusive morning of peer connection\, strategic dialogue\, and shared insights. This intimate gathering is designed to foster meaningful conversations around system growth — what’s driving it today and what’s on the horizon. \nHear from fellow executives in the DFW market during a dynamic session\, where each speaker will share key initiatives and forward-looking strategies in a quick\, impactful format. \nWhether you’re navigating expansion\, transformation\, or innovation\, this is a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and gain fresh perspectives from your peers. \nThis event is exclusively for those who are at the Vice President level or above. \n\n\n  \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://achentx.org/event/executive-exchange-2/
LOCATION:International Plaza II\, 1st Floor Conference Room\, 14221 Dallas Pkwy Suite 400\, Dallas\, TX\, 75254
ORGANIZER;CN="ACHE of North Texas":MAILTO:info@achentx.org
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SUMMARY:2025 Pride Parade on Cedar Springs “United in Love\, Bound by Pride”
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us as we celebrate love and pride while marching together in the 2025 Pride Parade! \n  \n\n\nBe part of the excitement at the 2025 Pride Parade on Cedar Springs\, “United in Love\, Bound by Pride”! Volunteers will walk alongside the Resource Center Sexy Mobil Unit\, enjoy snacks and water\, and help make this vibrant celebration of the LGBTQ+ community unforgettable. Arrive by 1:30 PM on Sunday\, September 21\, and march from 2–4 PM in a fun\, inclusive\, and spirited event. \n  \n1:30 PM: Walkers in parade groups: Walkers do not need to be in the allotted space until this time\, but they must arrive by 1:30 PM. Volunteers will walk alongside Resource Center Sexy Mobil Unit\, water and snacks will be provided. \n2:00 PM: Parade Starts. Please do not stop on the parade route unless instructed. Follow any instructions given by the Parade Technical Crew guiding you along the parade route. \n4:00 PM: Parade Ends. After completing the parade route\, we will exit onto Oak Lawn Avenue toward I35 and head to our next destination. Walkers are free to leave after this or stay to watch the rest of the parade. \n\n\n  \nRegister Here\n  \n 
URL:https://achentx.org/event/2025-pride-parade-on-cedar-springs-united-in-love-bound-by-pride/
LOCATION:Cedar Springs Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219
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SUMMARY:ACHE of North Texas Board of Governors Exam Preparation Course
DESCRIPTION:Become a recognized leader among executives in healthcare management by becoming a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives®. \n\n\nGuided by North Texas Healthcare Leaders\, Designed for Your Success! \nJoin the ACHE NTX Advancement Committee for our annual Board of Governors Prep Course \nWe’ve brought together a diverse group of seasoned leaders and hospital executives from across North Texas to guide you through our Board of Governors Exam Preparation Course. These accomplished professionals will share their firsthand knowledge\, expertise\, and insights to help prepare the next generation of Fellows. \n  \nDuring the course\, we will: \n· Review the Board of Governors Exam content and structure \n· Share exam preparation tips and resources to set you up for success \nThis is more than just an exam review — it’s a chance to learn directly from industry executives who have navigated the journey themselves and are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. \n\n\n  \nRegister Here\n\n\nKnowledge Area 2025 Subject Matter Experts \n  \nHealthcare\nLee Ann Benson\, FACHE\nSenior Vice President\nChildren’s Health & UT Southwestern Joint Pediatric Enterprise (JPE) \n  \nManagement and Leadership/Business\nMatt Richardson\, DrPH\, MPH\, FACHE\nDirector of Public Health\nDenton County Public Health \n  \nHuman Resources\nPhaedra Johnson\, RACR\, CCMP\, SHRM\nHuman Resources Officer\nTexas Health Fort Worth Hospital \n  \nFinance\nHeather Jones\nVice President & CFO\nBaylor Scott & White Frisco \n  \nQuality and Performance Management\nBrandon Goertz\, PhD\, FACHE\nPresident\nTexas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford \n  \nProfessionalism and Ethics\nJavier Montemayor\nDivision Ethics and Compliance Officer\nHCA Healthcare \n  \nLaws and Regulations\nToya White\, JD\, MBA\, APRN\, FNP-C\, FACHE\nPresident & Chief Nursing Officer\nTexas Health Kaufman \n  \nGovernance and Organizational Structure\nMarva Gordan\, PharmD\, MBA\, DPLA\, FACHE\nDirector of Pharmacy\nTexas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth \n  \nHealthcare Technology and Information Management Knowledge\nEric Stephens\nVice President\, Data and Analytics\nCatalyst Health Group \n\n\n  \nA big thanks to Texas Health Harris Methodist Hurst-Euless-Bedford for hosting this event for us!!\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://achentx.org/event/ache-of-north-texas-board-of-governors-exam-preparation-course-2/
LOCATION:Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford (HEB)\, 1600 Hospital Parkway\, Bedford\, TX\, 76022
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SUMMARY:2025 ACHE of North Texas Better Together Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this special event\, as we truly are “Better When We Are Together!” \n  \n\n\nJoin us for an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing community\, culture and inclusion within the healthcare industry. Hosted by the North Texas chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHENTX)\, CHRISTUS Health\, and the North Texas Association for Healthcare Quality (NTAHQ)\, this networking event brings together professionals\, advocates\, and allies who share a commitment to building a more equitable healthcare landscape. \nConnect with peers who are passionate about driving positive transformation in healthcare. In recognition of the power of collaboration\, ACHE of North Texas has organized this event alongside local chapters of leading healthcare organizations under a shared banner — “Better Together.” The National Association for Latino Healthcare Executives (NALHE)\, the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE)\, Healthcare Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS)\, North Texas Association for Healthcare Quality (NTAHQ)\, and Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)\, Healthcare Data & Analytics Association DFW Chapter (HDAA-DFW)\, in partnership with ACHENTX and its Asian Healthcare Leaders Community of North Texas (AHLC)\, PRIDE Community and Women’s Healthcare Executives’ Network (WHEN)\, will co-host a special reception open to members and all interested in learning more about the impactful work of these groups. \n\n\n  \nAll are welcome! \n\n\n  \nKeynote Presentation by: \nPatrick Hart\nFounder\nPDPMEDIA \nKris Sanders\, FACHE\nSenior Vice President\, Northern Market Growth & Development\nChildren’s Health Plano \n\n\n  \nRegister Here\n  \n\n\nSpeakers Bios: \nWith nearly three decades of experience\, Patrick Hart stands out as a transformational force in the healthcare and digital media landscapes. He currently leads HealthHustle Chronicles and PDPMedia\, two ventures focused on storytelling\, career elevation and brand visibility within the healthcare sector. Through these platforms\, he produces content that amplifies unique voices\, addresses professional growth barriers and uplifts the next generation of healthcare leaders. \nBefore launching his own companies\, Mr. Hart held multiple executive leadership roles\, including vice president of enterprise development\, vice president of sales and vice president of customer success. In each role\, he was responsible for strategic growth\, market expansion\, sales leadership and enhancing client experience. Across his career\, he has consistently driven innovation\, operational excellence and inclusive leadership\, helping organizations scale while keeping people at the center of the mission. \nMr. Hart’s foundation in leadership was forged during his service in the U.S. Army\, where he worked as an aviation maintenance supervisor and operations leader. This military background laid the groundwork for the discipline\, agility and resilience that define his professional ethos today. \nAn advocate for lifelong learning\, Mr. Hart holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in business management from the University of Phoenix. His academic achievements complement his hands-on experience and entrepreneurial drive. \nOutside of business\, Mr. Hart remains deeply committed to community service. He has been a dedicated blood donor with Carter BloodCare for over 17 years and is the author of “Hustle to the Top: A Modern Guide for Scaling Your Career\,” a motivational guide that reflects his passion for mentoring and empowering others. \nBorn in Austin\, Texas\, Mr. Hart is a proud family man\, married for over 23 years with four sons. Looking forward\, he aims to expand his global reach by sharing impactful stories\, building international networks and continuing to shine a light on the unsung heroes of healthcare and beyond. \n  \nKris Sanders\, FACHE currently serves as Senior Vice President\, Northern Market Growth and Development at Children’s Health Plano. She is board certified in Healthcare Administration. She has a Bachelor of Healthcare Administration as well as her Master of Business Administration. Kris currently oversees the leadership and implementation of all Northern Market activity in DFW for Children’s Health. She previously worked at Envision Physician Services\, which she worked as Vice President of Operations. Other previous roles include opportunities at Methodist Health System and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. \nKris is a board-certified Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). She also serves as a board member and President Elect for ACHE North Texas. She is a proud member of National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) where she currently serves as the President Elect for the DFW chapter. Kris also serves on the board of directors for Live Oak Surgery Center and Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County. She is a proud Leadership Plano Class 39 graduate and was recently awarded Diversity Leaders “Rising Star” by Modern Healthcare magazine in 2024. In addition to the professional work\, Kris is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority\, Incorporated Chi Zeta Omega chapter in Plano\, TX. \n  \nParticipating Organizations/Networks/Communities: \nAHLCNTX: \nThe Asian Healthcare Leaders Community of NTX aims to increase representation of Asian-Americans in healthcare leadership in various healthcare settings and at all career stages. The AHLCNTX community addresses this mission through targeted education\, networking\, casual conversations\, publications\, social media spotlights and community visibility initiatives designed to provide opportunities for personal and professional growth. \nHDAA: \nThe Healthcare Data and Analytics Association (HDAA) is a volunteer-led organization founded in 2001 to foster collaboration among healthcare professionals focused on improving patient outcomes and reducing costs through data and analytics. It offers a vendor-free environment for sharing best practices\, hosts an annual conference\, and supports special interest groups and online forums for over 6\,500 members across nearly 1\,400 healthcare providers\, insurers\, public health agencies\, and academic institutions. \nHFMA: \nHFMA is the nation’s leading membership organization for healthcare financial management executives and leaders. More than 34\,000 members\, ranging from CFOs to controllers to accountants consider HFMA a respected thought leader on top trends and issues facing the healthcare industry. HFMA members can be found in all areas of the healthcare system including hospitals\, managed care organizations\, physician practices\, accounting firms and insurance companies. \nHIMSS: \nHealthcare Information Management Systems Society is a professional organization for healthcare and IT professionals providing leadership\, professional development\, education\, and networking opportunities. The Mission of HIMSS is to reform the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. \nNALHE: \nThe National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives is a national organization led by Latino/Latina executive leaders of U.S. hospitals and healthcare organizations and experts in the fields of health care policy and practice. NALHE was founded in 2005 to increase senior-level Latino/Latina representation in hospitals and health systems in the United States. Our goal is to create a future workforce of highly talented Latino/Latina healthcare executives who can meet the challenge of delivering and improving healthcare in our diverse communities. \nNAHSE: \nThe National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) is a non-profit association of Black health care executives founded in 1968 for the purpose of promoting the advancement and development of Black health care leaders and elevating the quality of health care services rendered to minority and underserved communities. NAHSE’s purpose is to ensure greater participation of minority groups in the health field. Its basic objective is to develop and maintain a strong viable national body to effectively have input in the national health care delivery system. \nNTAHQ: \nThe North Texas Association for Healthcare Quality (NTAHQ) is committed to excellence in healthcare through developing and promoting professional expertise in the art and science of healthcare quality. Additionally\, NTAHQ provides opportunity for collaboration with area colleagues. \nPRIDE: \nThe ACHENTX PRIDE community is dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ leaders and allies in healthcare by fostering representation and inclusion across all settings and career stages. The PRIDE community supports this mission through networking\, advocacy\, and visibility initiatives that provide opportunities for personal and professional growth while promoting a more equitable healthcare environment. \nWHEN: \nOur ACHE of North Texas Women’s Healthcare Executives’ Network (WHEN) started in 2018 – offering educational and networking opportunities specifically geared toward women working in and around the healthcare industry. These programs include our popular annual Women’s Conferences and annual Women’s Breakfasts – and other periodic gatherings spread throughout the year as well. \n\n\n  \nRegister Here\n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://achentx.org/event/2025-ache-of-north-texas-better-together-event/
LOCATION:CHRISTUS Health Corporate Office\, 5101 N O'Connor Blvd Irving\, Irving\, TX\, 75039
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