Community Engagement & Connection in Healthcare - 1.0 QE Credits
Join Orlando Health's Maggie Bonko, FACHE, for a conversation on the value of local community in healthcare and hospital systems.
On The Executive Track, Leading People Who are More Experienced than You
Get ready to navigate the challenges of leading a team with more experience than you - it's all about finding your unique leadership style!
LeadHER Link-Up
✨ LeadHER Link-Up | July 16, 2025 | 5:30 PM
📍 Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital
380 Rinehart Rd, Lake Mary, FL 32746
Join the Central Florida chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives for an unforgettable evening of connection, collaboration, and celebration at the stunning new Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital!
🌟 LeadHER Link-Up is your opportunity to engage with fellow healthcare leaders, rising professionals, and changemakers in a space designed to spark meaningful conversation and lasting relationships — as the momentum of the Women in Healthcare Leadership Symposium builds.
Enjoy light bites, build your network, and get inspired as we kick off this season of leadership with intention and community.
Let’s link up, lift up, and lead forward — together.
🗓️ Mark your calendar. You won’t want to miss it!
Developing a High Performing Team: How to Build High-Performance Healthcare Teams that Lead Results
🗓 August 12 | 🕓 4:30–6:00 PM EST | 💻 Virtual QE Event
We’re thrilled to invite you to a powerful virtual panel discussion aligned with our Women in Healthcare Leadership Symposium theme, "Vision without Limits: Expanding our HERizon." 🌟
We know school just started back for many of your children, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to join us during this busy season. 💛
Join us as we explore how visionary leadership builds innovative, resilient, and results-driven teams in healthcare. Our distinguished panelists will share real-world strategies for:
✔️ Building trust
✔️ Cultivating inclusive cultures
✔️ Navigating challenges
✔️ Empowering team members to reach their highest potential
Let’s elevate leadership, expand organizational horizons, and shape the future of healthcare—together. 🌍💡
Excellence via Quality Initiatives with VP Melinda Isphording - 1.0 QE Credits
About the Event:
Are you a leader looking to deepen your knowledge or elevate your team's understanding of Quality Initiatives? Join us for an insightful event that promises to enhance your expertise and provide valuable takeaways.
We welcome Melinda Isphording, VP of Quality & Patient Safety at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, as our speaker. Melinda brings a wealth of experience and insights from her role, where she has spearheaded numerous quality initiatives and patient safety programs.
About the Speaker:
Melinda Isphording is the Vice President of Quality & Patient Safety at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. Melinda holds certifications as a Professional Healthcare Risk Manager, Professional Healthcare Quality and ASCP-Medical Technologist. She has a BS in Clinical Laboratory Science and Biology, and a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration. After 16 years in Laboratory Leadership, she transitioned to roles in Quality & Regulatory Compliance, Patient Safety, and Risk Prevention Leadership.
Melinda currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida. She is also a certified yoga teacher and enjoys practicing yoga, spending time in nature, reading, and listening to music.
Beyond the Bottom Line: Relationship-Driven Business Development Strategies
Join us for a 1 QE Credit virtual Lunch and Learn with Charlotte Martin, MBA, MS of UF Central Florida.
Healthcare Leadership in the 4th Industrial Revolution - 1.5 IP Credits
Join us for a panel discussion with Central Florida leaders on operational implications of new technologies in healthcare.
Panel featuring:
Eric Rose, Pharm.D. - AVP, IT/CE Provider Optimization and Relationship Management with Orlando Health
Kellie Olmstead, MBA - VP and Chief Transformation Officer at Nemour's Children's Hospital
Joseph Everette, DNP, RN - Chief Nursing Officer at HCA Oviedo Medical Center
Leah Wooton, MBA - Director of Operations, AdventHealth Winter Park
ACHE Member Mix & Mingle
An ACHE Professional Member exclusive mixer, with complimentary drawings, beverages, and light bites
Guiding Experienced Teams with Confidence - QE & Headshot Clinic
Join Gordon Wesley, DBA , FACHE, Vice President of the Heart, Lung & Vascular Institute at AdventHealth for a discussion and Q&A on Empowering Leadership: Guiding Experienced Teams with Confidence.
This invigorating keynote is designed for leaders of all levels, especially leaders navigating relationships with team members who have a high level of experience.
Discover strategies to effectively lead and inspire seasoned employees, leveraging their expertise while building your own leadership presence. Gain insights and practical tools to navigate the unique challenges of managing experienced teams with confidence and poise.
The networking time for this event will also feature the opportunity to get a cost-effective, high-quality updated headshot. Headshots are available as an add-on for any ticket and are available to all ACHE members and non-members. Headshots must include a booked time. If times are sold out, please reach out to info@ACHECF.org to be placed on the waiting list.
ACHE of Central Florida Gr8 to Don8 5k/8k Team
Walk/Run for a Cause – Join ACHE Central Florida at the GR8 to DON8 5K/8K! 💚
Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for the AdventHealth GR8 to DON8 5K/8K Run for Organ Donation! Every step we take helps raise awareness for the life-saving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Let’s come together as a community to make a difference!
Join ACHECF's team as we run, walk, and show our support for this incredible cause. Whether you participate in person or virtually, your involvement helps inspire hope and change lives!🏆
👉 Register now and be part of something bigger!
👉 Join Our Team: Check out ACHE Central Florida's team fundraising page for AdventHealth Foundation
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – Welcome & Networking | 8:00 AM – Race Start | 9:15 AM – Kids Dash
8th Annual Gala - Innovation: The Journey Ahead
Join the ACHE of Central Florida to celebrate healthcare excellence and advancement with this year’s theme ‘Innovation: The Journey Ahead’. This event will include a networking portion, live music, a three-course plated dinner, keynote speaker, and awards ceremony. You won’t want to miss an elegant evening celebrating innovations in healthcare alongside your fellow healthcare professionals and colleagues.
Volusia LPC Volunteer Day - Chiles Academy Homecoming Carnival
ACHE members will be providing event support for The Chiles Academy’s annual Homecoming Carnival, including:
Set up and clean up
Providing help staffing event booths
Supporting fundraising efforts
and more!
The mission of The Chiles Academy is to combine a community of support and guidance for pregnant and parenting students with the goal of attaining a high school diploma, which will empower them to become independent and responsible citizens.
volunteer event for ACHE Central Florida.
Your group will be volunteering at: 411 Mercy Drive Orlando, FL 32805
Clothing requirements and Safety rules:
Wear CLOSED TOE AND CLOSED HEEL SHOES.
Wear comfortable and appropriate clothing.
No cell phone, smart watches, or ear device usage allowed in any of our sorting areas.
No outside food or drink is allowed to be brought in or consumed in any of our sorting areas.
International Healthcare Symposium 2024
Cancellation of FHA Event Due to Hurricane Milton.
Due to the anticipated impact of Hurricane Milton on the state of Florida, we regret to inform you that the FHA event has been canceled to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this time.
Please stay safe.
7th Annual Women in Healthcare Leadership Symposium
REGISTER NOW!
Be among the first 100 registrants to receive a complimentary copy of the book "Less Stress, More Calm: Discover Your Unique Stress Personality and Make It Your Superpower" by Ed.D. Lauren Hodges.
2025 Events Calendar
We have a great lineup of events planned for 2025, both in-person and virtual. Check out the calendar for more, or scroll down to see the full detailed list.
* Times and dates subject to change