ACHE of North Texas

12/10/2025

Join Us in Spreading Holiday Cheer!

The Advancement Committee of ACHE–North Texas is proud to support the Virtual Children's Health Donation Drive to bring joy to kids spending the holidays in the hospital.

Choose a gift from the wish list, and it’ll be shipped directly to Children’s Health — it’s that easy to make a difference!

Let’s come together and share the magic of the season with those who need it most.

11/17/2025

Help Us Bring Holiday Cheer with Children’s Health!

The Advancement Committee of ACHE–North Texas is proud to support a the Virtual Children's Health Donation Drive this holiday season!

As healthcare leaders and community members, we have a wonderful opportunity to give back and brighten the holidays for children spending this season in the hospital.

How to participate:
1️⃣ Click the link below
2️⃣ Choose a gift from the wish list
3️⃣ Your item will be shipped directly to Children’s Health

Together, we can make a meaningful impact and share the warmth of the season with kids and families who need it most. ❤️

09/07/2025

ACHENTX Foundation’s 2025 Annual Summit Speaker Spotlight: Jared Shelton, FACHE

We’re proud to welcome Jared Shelton, President of Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, to the ACHENTX Foundation’s 2025 Annual Summit stage. A 2024 “Momentum Award” recipient from Trinity University, Jared has led multiple hospitals in the Texas Health system and currently serves as Regent for the American College of Healthcare Executives in District 4, Texas-Northern.

📅 Don’t miss his perspective on leadership resilience – November 6 in Frisco, TX.

🎟 Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/achentx-foundations-2025-annual-summit-tickets-1557766183589

08/26/2025

ACHENTX Foundation’s 2025 Annual Summit Speaker Spotlight: Lance Lunsford, MBA, FACHE

Meet Lance Lunsford, Senior Partner at Groundswell Health, LLC, and a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. With decades of experience in strategic healthcare communications—including leadership roles at the Texas Hospital Association and UMC Health System—Lance brings unique insight on how messaging and leadership intersect during times of change.

📅 Hear Lance speak at the ACHENTX Foundation’s 2025 Annual Summit – November 6 at Toyota Stadium.

🎟 Secure your seat: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/achentx-foundations-2025-annual-summit-tickets-1557766183589

08/13/2025

Join us for the ACHENTX Foundation’s 2025 Annual Summit

📅 Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6–9 PM CST
📍 Toyota Stadium – Hall of Fame Club, Frisco, TX

This year’s theme: Combatting Change Fatigue as Healthcare Leaders: Is There Such a Thing as Leadership Burnout?

Our expert panel will share proven strategies for building resilience and guiding organizations through ongoing waves of change. Your ticket includes complimentary parking, dinner, soft drinks, beer, and wine (premium spirits available for purchase).

🎟 Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/achentx-foundations-2025-annual-summit-tickets-1557766183589

Combatting change fatigue as healthcare leaders: Is there such a thing as leadership burnout?

08/12/2025

We’re thrilled to invite senior healthcare leaders to our Executive Exchange on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 7:30–9:30 AM at International Plaza 2 in Dallas!

This exclusive gathering is designed for executives at the Vice President level and above to engage in a dynamic morning of peer connection, strategic dialogue, and shared insights. Expect a rich exchange of ideas where each speaker delivers a quick, impactful update on system growth and forward-looking strategies shaping healthcare today.

If you're navigating expansion, transformation, or innovation within your organization, this is a unique opportunity to expand your network and gain fresh perspectives from fellow Dallas–Fort Worth leaders.

Stay tuned for the detailed lineup, and be sure to reserve your spot early—this intimate event fills up fast!

A Strategic Exchange for Senior Leaders Shaping Tomorrow.

08/09/2025

Our chapter is excited to sponsor the HealthCon 2025. The event will bring together healthcare leaders and entrepreneurs.

Register here: https://www.usindiachamberdfw.org/events/healthcon/

08/07/2025

What an amazing evening at the ACHENTX Mentorship Round Robin Mid‑Year Event held yesterday. It was truly energizing to see mentors and mentees—both emerging and seasoned healthcare leaders—come together for meaningful conversations and peer-to-peer learning.

Special thanks to J Alexander for capturing these moments so beautifully—your photos bring the energy and emotion of the evening to life for all of us.

08/04/2025

Now Accepting Interest Forms!

Are you ready to solve real-world healthcare challenges and connect with leaders in the industry? The 2025 ACHENTX Case Study Competition is your opportunity to showcase your skills, grow your network, and gain valuable experience.

Benefits include:
• Cash prize
• Fee waiver to attend ACHE Congress
• Invitation to ACHENTX Board Meetings
• Two-round competition:
– Round 1: Written case study analysis
– Round 2: On-site presentation in front of healthcare executives

📅 The competition will take place in mid-late October (exact date coming soon).

🔗 Fill out the interest form to receive updates and be the first to know when applications open: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXM4VR-Zc27xrQ0nnrswdqNFfg5SwGEEvIrPltgO1xBnGryQ/viewform

This form is to gather interest from schools, students, and program leaders for the 2025 ACHENTX Case Study Competition. You will be the first to hear about details regarding the case competition!

07/18/2025

On Friday, July 11th, members of the ACHENTX Advancement Committee came together to volunteer at the Soldiers' Angels food distribution event in Dallas, demonstrating their commitment to service and community.

Soldiers’ Angels is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing aid, comfort, and resources to military veterans and their families. The event brought volunteers and community members together to distribute food to local veterans in need, reflecting a shared mission of support and gratitude.

The Advancement Committee plays a key role in the professional development of ACHE members by increasing awareness of the Fellow (FACHE) credential and supporting members in their pursuit to achieve it. By participating in events like this, the committee promotes leadership through action and compassion.

Pictured from left to right in the group picture: Bianca Randall and her sons, Warren Poquiz, Sean Gilmore, Chirag Gosai, Day-Vene Gilliam, Lee Ann Benson

06/26/2025

June 28th is Pride Day, a time to honor the history, resilience, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. Pride traces its roots to the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights and social justice. As healthcare professionals, we must recognize how this history informs the ongoing pursuit of equitable care. LGBTQ+ individuals continue to face disparities in access, quality, and culturally competent care, often due to systemic barriers and discrimination.

By acknowledging this legacy and advocating for inclusive policies and practices, we move closer to a healthcare system where dignity, safety, and quality care are not privileges, but guarantees for all.

06/19/2025

Juneteenth, observed on June 19th, commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were finally informed of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It stands as a powerful reminder of delayed justice and the ongoing fight for racial equity.

In healthcare, Juneteenth calls us to reflect on the persistent disparities that affect Black communities—from unequal access to care to poorer health outcomes driven by social determinants and systemic bias. As healthcare leaders and professionals, we must honor this history by advancing equity, promoting culturally responsive care, and building systems where justice and quality care are accessible to all.