Preparing for Healthcare's Future: Rising to the Challenge

ChatGPT said: A full-day program bringing leaders together for learning and collaboration to shape a stronger future for healthcare.

An exciting event you won’t want to miss! Join colleagues from across the region for a full-day program focused on the trends, pressures, and innovations shaping tomorrow’s healthcare system. This event will feature four engaging sessions, offering a total of six educational credits, along with a networking lunch.

7:30 am – 8:00 am | Registration & Continental Breakfast

8:00 am – 8:15 am | Opening, Presidential Remarks

8:15 am – 9:45 am | “Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in the Current Healthcare Environment”, (1.5 hour in-person credits)

• Moderator - Ann Wilson, Director of Operations, York Hospital, WellSpan Health
• Panelist - Dr. Melissa Boyles, Senior Director of Supply Chain, WellSpan Health
• Panelist - Patrick McGovern, Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, Penn State Health
• Panelist - Kevin Charnetski, Senior Pharmacy Leader, WellSpan Health

9:45 am - 10:00am | Break

10:00 am – 11:30 am | “Sustainable Strategies to Support Well-being for Healthcare Professionals”, (1.5 hour in-person credits)

• Moderator – Michele Szkolnicki, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, Penn State Health
• Panelist - Jeffrey Jones, Police Lieutenant, UPMC
• Panelist - Jennifer Sarff, Vice President of Human Resources, Penn State Health

11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Lunch & Networking

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm | “Disruptive Innovation in Healthcare Delivery”, (1.5 hour in-person credits)

• Moderator - Brian Connor, Chief Operating Officer, York Hospital, WellSpan Health
• Panelist - Marcus da Silva, Senior Director for Product Marketing, Siemens Healthineers
• Panelist - Matt Briddell, Managing Director, Mireo
• Panelist - Jenna Jansen, Senior Director, Quality and Innovative Programs, WellSpan Health

2:00 pm - 2:15 pm | Break

2:15 pm – 3:45 pm | “Ensuring your Community’s Successful Emergency Preparedness”, (1.5 hour in-person credits)

• Moderator – Chris Chamberlain, Vice President, Emergency Management, The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania
• Panelist - Edward Bobb, Director, Emergency Management, WellSpan Health
• Panelist - Scott Mickalonis, Director, Emergency Management and Business Continuity, Penn State Health
• Panelist - Keith McMinn, Senior Director, Life Lion, Penn State Health
• Panelist - Dr. Francia Henry, Cheif Public Safety Officer, PA NextGen Solutions

3:45 pm – 4:00 pm Wrap Up, Closing Remarks & Adjourn

Location: The Hershey Country Club, Hershey Pennsylvania

• We've secured a block of rooms at the Hershey Lodge for those traveling and wishing to stay local. To book your room please use this link: https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth. Group ID: 10152852; General Attendee Passcode: ACHE2026
• Please note: if you see a message of no availability please search your specific dates and passcode above are space and case sensitive.
• Room block ends Thursday March 26, 2026.

Important notes regarding your web link:

• Guests may see a message of no availability- please let them know they need to search their specific dates of stay to see room availability.
• Group numbers and passcodes are space- and case-sensitive!

Registration Rates:

• Non-Members: $225

• Members: $175

• Students: $75

• Board Members: $150

We look forward to bringing leaders together for a day of meaningful dialogue and practical insights that support a stronger, more resilient healthcare landscape.