Triangle Healthcare Executives' Forum of North Carolina
About Us
Triangle Healthcare Executives Forum of North Carolina (THEF) is a nonprofit membership association and an independent chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), a professional society representing over 48,000 members worldwide. THEF serves over 600 ACHE members who live and work in the 41 North Carolina counties from the Raleigh-Durham area north to the Virginia border, east to the Outer Banks, and southeast to Jacksonville.
Our Vision
Triangle Healthcare Executives’ Forum will be the preeminent professional membership association for advancing healthcare leaders in the region.
Our Mission
The mission is to facilitate professional development for healthcare leaders in the region and prepare them to shape local, regional and national healthcare management practices.
Goals
Deliver programs that bring local value to ACHE members assigned to our Chapter service region Increase communication among healthcare management professionals Advance members toward Fellow, ACHE certification
Foster the development and implementation of best practices in healthcare management Practice good financial stewardship
Strategy
THEF updated the Chapter MultiYear Plan in Fall 2020 The plan has been approved by the 2021 Chapter Board, and may be viewed here in its entirety with supporting details THEF Multi-Year Plan, 2021-2023
Welcome new members!
Colleagues,
I hope you all had a fantastic summer. As we head into fall, we enter THEF’s most active time of the year. Our calendar is packed with networking events, events coproduced with partnership associations, and of course, our annual Transformational Summit. Despite the postponement, we encourage you to make time for this great opportunity to hear from experts and network with colleageues.
Transitioning into a new season is also a good time to reflect on the accomplishments and milestones that impact local healthcare delivery.
Most of the health systems in and around the Triangle have opened new facilities that have improved access and keeps care closer to home for our region. New partnerships continue to form in order to tap into specialized expertise and to create synergies. While the changes may be disconcerting to some of us from a competitive standpoint, I believe these are all opportunities to provide better access and quality improvements, which ultimately benefit those patients we serve. That is what I find most valuable about ACHE and THEF, the ability to learn from those involved who have experienced similar endeavors.
Recently, THEF members were surveyed by ACHE to understand satisfaction with our chapter and learn how THEF can better serve them. I am very happy to report that member satisfaction was 4.35/5, up from 4.06 in 2023 and well above the national average of 3.84.The engagement of our THEF members and the leaders who volunteer so much time and effort are the reason THEF scored well above the national average. I want to personally thank all the board and committee members for their support and dedication.
Looking ahead, we should anticipate further advancements in healthcare tech and the use of AI, increased momentum in addressing disparities, and continued collaborations to enhance quality and patient safety. THEF will be offering education sessions, panel discussions, and C-suite roundtables to dive into these issues and more.
Thank you for all you do! Wishing you a successful end of summer and a promising start to fall.
VI-ANNE ANTRUM, DNP, RN, FACHE REGENT FOR NORTH CAROLINA
Hello wonderful
colleagues!
It is that time of year when school starts back up and weather starts to cool as we welcome Fall! For many people, this time represents being busy with work and home as you juggle multiple priorities. I want to challenge each of us to reflect on how we are using our precious resource of time. Are you simply busy or being truly productive? It’s easy to squander time unintentionally if we do not plan the work and work the plan.
Have you made time not just for work and family things are you making time for your physical health? Mental health? Spiritual health? In order to be your best, it’s really important to prioritize your wellbeing so you can continue to show up as the powerful, dynamic force for good that you are! Self-care is not selfish as you can’t pour from an empty cup. I hope many of you are squeezing out every drop of the tremendous value that your ACHE membership offers. I have had the opportunity to showcase some of the many benefits with people and they are always amazed at the plethora of resources provided at the local and national levels for ACHE! I have taken advantage of the annual ACHE competencies each year to create a professional development plan for myself. It has afforded me deep insights into areas of needed growth over the years.
From CareerEdge to mentoring to interview prep to coaching and education, ACHE has you covered! In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, it is imperative to have leaders who understand the shifts occurring in the industry. ACHE is your partner in staying abreast of important trends and changes.
Finally, I would encourage each one of you to consider giving back through volunteer service to your local chapter, as a mentor, or as a committee member. It is a great way to meet people, build connections, and utilize your skills in new and different ways. I enjoy doing this and I always get more than I give! If you need help getting started, please reach out to your local chapter leadership so they can get you plugged in. It is an incredibly rewarding experience that fills my cup. What fills your cup? In service to you,
ACHE measures chapter performance annually based on four performance criteria - net membership growth, education & networking performance, advancement of eligible members, and member satisfaction. The metrics for performance year 2024 have been established, and we are 3/4 of the way there. Help us on our final push for Q4!
Education & Networking Performance
2024 Standard: 12 indexed attendee hours
Current Status: 20
Member Satisfaction
2024 Standard: 4.1
Advancement of Eligible Members
2024 Standard: 19
Current Status: 4.3
Current Status: 7
Net Membership Growth
2024 Standard: end the year with 803 members
Current Status: 722 members
Here's how you can contribute to meeting our chapter performance goals while investing in your own professional development:
Participate in chapter programming Complete the Chapter Member Needs Survey in May
Earn your FACHE credential Join ACHE or reinstate your membership
W E L C O M E N E W T H E F M E M
The following individuals joined ACHE or transitioned into the THEF Chapter this quarter. We are happy to have you, and look forward to connecting at an upcoming chapter event!
Kelsey Adams
LCDR Edward W AgbeveyTamakloe, PhD, MPH
Gabriella M Boccia, MHA
Juliana Briscoe, FACHE
Charles C. Britt
Latonya Brown
Jason A. Carter
Denise N Chernoff, MBA, PA-C, FACHE
Amanda Couch, MHA
Lauren H Couri
LSC Freddie DeJesus
Michelle L. Dixon, BSN
Dana Dominick Fazio
Leydis Douglas Miller
Chamara Fernando
Jane N Finley
Eder Garavito, PT, DPT
Chrissie Hamilton, MBA
Holly Harris
Gerald Dargan
Kristina M Eilbacher
Ashley Elks
Logan J Emerson, RRT
Jeremy M Fortier, FACHE
Thomas Friedman, III
Jeff Fuller, MS, FACHE
Cade A Haas, BS
Isom T Hodges
Amy Holcomb
MAJ Jason Hrdina
Michael T. Jensen
Chad A. Lovett, DBA
Lisa Moser
Abraham Ogles
LTJG Marie Noel Piekam
Tracey K Rankin, MSN, RN, NEA-BC
SGT Victoria G. Munnings, MHA
Katie Naper, PharmD
Ashley Norton
HM1 Francis E Nukpoafe
Nelson Oyesiku
Garrett Passamonti
Ganesh Kumaran Ramalingam, MBA
David A. Rosen, MD, MPH
Brynn Schiller
Rushabh Shah
Brandon Snyder, MBA
Rachel Strathdee
Rebekah G Swain
CAPT Ayessa F. Toler, FACHE
Angel R. Valle Reyes
Olivier J. Van Dierdonck
Stephen L Wagner, PhD, FACHE
Zachary E Wetzel
Victoria S Williams
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FELLOWSHIPADVANCEMENT
New Fellows
Leisa Powell, MA, CHC, CPHRM-ERM, FACHE
UNC Health System Director Hospital Compliance - Triangle West
Recertified Fellows
Nina Ziemba, MHA, MS, CCC-SLP, FACHE
Director of Clinical Value Programs
UnitedHealthcare, Medicare & Retirement Finance
Bertrand B. Beard, MBA, MHA, FACHE
Market CEO, Maria Parham Health and Person Memorial Hospital
THEF congratulates our FACHEs who successfully recertified their Fellow credential with ACHE this past quarter To recertify, Fellows must (1) complete 36 continuing education credits (12 of which must be ACHE approved face-to-face), complete 2 Healthcare-related volunteer service activities, and complete 2 Community-related volunteer service activities, OR (2) retake and pass the Board of Governors Exam
Robert Kulesher, PhD, FACHE
Peter Tillman, FACHE
How to become an ACHE Fellow
Meet the eligibility requirements
Submit your advancement application. Upon approval, you will have two (2) years in which you must take and pass the Board of Governors Exam
When you become board certified in healthcare management as an ACHE Fellow, you'll stand out from the crowd as a professional Take a step toward elevating your professional status today and learn about the requirements to sit for the BOG Exam and the resources available to help you prepare.
Contact the THEF Fellowship Advancement Committee at advancement@thefnc.org for support.
Andrea Dabal, President, NALHE
Andrea is the President of the NC Chapter of NALHE, the National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives. In this Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate her leadership and our NALHE sister chapter!
On September 5th, members of THEF and N.A.H.S.E came together for a joint Happy Hour, providing a wonderful opportunity to connect! The casual networking event at Hi-Wire Brewing offered an ideal setting for engaging conversations among healthcare professionals.
With both indoor and outdoor spaces available, attendees enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere. New members learned about the benefits of each organization and discovered upcoming events. It was a fantastic evening of networking and camaraderie!
Whether you are a current THEF member, newly joined, or considering, come join us at the next THEF Happy Hour!
“This networking event was exactly what I needed to fill up my cup! “ - Latisha Williams
CHAPTER EVENT SYNOPSIS
By Jaleesa Shepard
The North Carolina Chapter of The National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) hosted a Health Equity Symposium on September 12, 2024 at the beautiful Pine venue.
This year’s topic was "Shattering Silos: A Community Ecosystem Approach to Achieve Health Equity," featuring insights from prominent leaders throughout the state of North Carolina. The event aimed to foster meaningful networking opportunities, encouraging healthcare and community leaders to engage in constructive dialogue about collaborating to enhance health equity.
The symposium sparked a thought-provoking discussion on the definition of health equity. The panel emphasized the importance of collaboration across sectors, highlighting that health and wellness start in the community rather than the healthcare system. The speakers underscored that we all have a role in addressing and reducing inequities in healthcare.
UPCOMING Q3 EVENTS
ACHE OF GC/THEF BOARD OF GOVERNORS EXAM PREP WEBINAR
Restoring Humanity in Healthcare: A Manifesto for Reinvention
At the 2024 Healthcare in the Age of Personalization Virtual Summit, leaders from across the healthcare industry gathered to explore how personalization is reshaping the future of healthcare. This summit offered critical insights on the Leadership in the Age of Personalization (LAOP) movement, driven by the need for leaders to shift away from outdated standards and embrace individual care. The discussions at the summit were foundational in developing the upcoming Healthcare Leadership Manifesto, which distills the key ideas shared by industry leaders and further expands on how personalization can transform organizational culture and improve both patient and employee experiences.
Key Themes from the Summit Reflected in the Manifesto:
Personalized Leadership: How leaders must prioritize the individuality of both patients and employees to build resilient, future-focused organizations.
Healthcare’s New Frontier: As highlighted by summit speakers, personalization isn’t just about patient care it’s about creating a culture that embraces the humanity of everyone in the healthcare system.
Call to Action: The manifesto will act as a guiding document, providing leaders with practical strategies to operationalize personalization within their organizations.
If you missed the summit or want to revisit the conversations that inspired the manifesto, the full event recordings are now available on YouTube.
For deeper insights, read Glenn Llopis’ Forbes articles that inspired both the summit and the manifesto: Read More on Forbes
Stay tuned on our GLLG Healthcare website for the official release of the manifesto. It will be available for download soon.
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Greg Brannon, MD, FACOG
Founder & Medical Director, Optimal Bio
Zoimé Álvarez Rubio
Credits
Creative Directors
Colleen Ferlotti, Vynamic
Jaleesa Shepard, MHA, Cone Health
Emma Taylor, UNC Chapel Hill
Madison Stevens, ECU Health
Contributing Writers
Tom Hughes, FACHE, WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Vi-Anne Antrum, DNP, RN, FACHE, Cone Health
Colleen Ferlotti, Vynamic
Andrea May Dabal, Baxter
Jaleesa Shepard, MHA, Cone Health
Glenn Llopis & Douglas Luvizutto, Glenn Llopis Group
Latisha Williams, MPH, WakeMed
President President-Elect
Immediate Past President Treasurer Secretary
Treasurer-Elect
Secretary-Elect
President Advisory Council
Tom Hughes, FACHE, WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Matt Gitzinger, FACHE, UNC Health
Ana-Elis Perry, MBA, MSHA, FACHE, UNC Health
Paul Marini, UNC Orthopaedics
Latrinda Williams, MSHS, MBA, Cone Health
Matthew Higgins FACHE, Duke Health
Donna Prosser, DNP, RN, NE-BC, FACHE, Vizient, Inc
