Healthcare Leaders of New York

HLNY & HFMA New Year Party
2026-01-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | One Bryant Park, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Kick off the new year with HFMA Metro NY and HLNY as we come together for our first-ever collaborative event! Join fellow HFMA and HLNY members – new faces and long-time leaders – for a fund, fast-paced evening of speed networking, meaningful conversations, and community building.

AI:Insights from Selection through Implementation – Registration now open
2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual – Registration Required after ticket purchase via ACHE’s LMS
Healthcare Leaders of New York is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credit for attendees in this event

Join Healthcare Leaders of New York’s first virtual interactive education session for 2026 exploring “AI in Healthcare—From Selection through Implementation”. This session will provide practical insights on evaluating AI solutions, preparing clinical and operational teams for adoption, and ensuring safe, effective, and sustainable integration into care delivery. Attendees will gain real-world perspectives, best practices, and strategic considerations to support AI-driven transformation within their organizations.
As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Healthcare Leaders of New York is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credit toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives.
NOTE: Registration is a TWO-STEP process. Please scroll down to purchase your ticket. After you purchase your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite that will take you to ACHE’s LMS to complete your registration. If you do not complete that step, you will not be able to attend nor will you receive your 1.5 virtual interactive credits.

Leading By Example: Shaping a Healthier Future Through Prevention, Access, and Awareness
2026-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Tilles Center
In recognition of National Cancer Prevention Month, join us for an impactful, in-person educational event focused on the power of leadership—both personal and professional—in advancing cancer prevention.
This timely discussion will highlight the importance of routine cancer screenings, early detection, and equitable access to care, while examining the role awareness and education play in reducing disparities. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to promote prevention, strengthen access, and build a culture where proactive health decisions are normalized, encouraged, and accessible to all.
Be part of the conversation that moves prevention from intention to action—and helps lead the way toward a healthier, more informed future.
Moderator:
Allison Roditi, MPH, FACHE
Vice President, Orthopedic Services
Catholic Health
Panelists:
Richard R. Barakat, MD, MBA
Physician-in-Chief and Executive Director,
Cancer Services and Research
Northwell Health Cancer Institute
Dan Loen
Vice President, Oncology and Surgery Service Lines
Catholic Health
Megan Aiello, MPA, RN
Assistant Vice President, Cancer Services
Stony Brook Medicine

The Executive Path: Master’s Graduates Leading Healthcare Forward – Registration now open
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
Healthcare Leaders of New York is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credit for attendees in this event.

Join us for a dynamic virtual event spotlighting the next generation of healthcare leaders who are translating advanced education into real-world impact. The Executive Path brings together Master’s-prepared professionals who are shaping strategy, driving innovation, and leading change across today’s complex healthcare landscape.

Through candid conversation and practical insight, speakers will share how their graduate education prepared them for executive leadership, the challenges they’ve navigated, and the opportunities ahead for those ready to step into influential roles. Whether you are a current graduate student, a recent alum, or an emerging leader exploring your next move, this session offers inspiration, perspective, and actionable takeaways.
As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Healthcare Leaders of New York is authorized to award 1.5 hours of ACHE Virtual Interactive Education credit toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives.
NOTE: Registration is a TWO-STEP process. Please scroll down to purchase your ticket. After you purchase your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite that will take you to ACHE’s LMS to complete your registration. If you do not complete that step, you will not be able to attend nor will you receive your 1.5 virtual interactive credits.

HLNY’S SPONSORSHIP VIRTUAL INFO SESSION
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

The Professional Playbook: Interviewing skills and Career Readiness
2026-03-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Hofstra University, 1000 Hempstead Tpke, Hempstead, NY, 11549, United States

HLNY Membership Mixer – NYC Region
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 | The Rhymers Club

Q1 Membership Town Hall
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Be sure to join us for our first membership town hall of 2026!

Learn about membership benefits and opportunities

Get updates on upcoming programs and initiatives

Hear about ways to maximize your engagement with your local chapter of ACHE

Topic: HLNY Membership Town Hall
Time: Mar 26, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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FACHE Info Session
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
What does it mean to become a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives?

Have you heard about the FACHE yet?
Have you been thinking about taking the next step, but are still delaying?
Have you already started, but need support to finally obtain it?

Join this free webinar informational session on April 16th from 6:00-7:00pm, hosted by the HLNY Advancement Committee, to answer all of your questions!

This interactive session will include:

An overview of the FACHE
Fellow eligibility criteria & the application process
Hear firsthand from Fellows with unique stories & strategies
Open questions & answers session.

Join us for our 19th Annual Cocktails with the Chiefs. This event has been approved by ACHE for 1.5 hours of ACHE In Person Education Credits.
2026-04-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Fordham University, 140 W. 62nd St, New York, NY, 10023, United States

FACHE Board of Governors Exam Test Prep Course
2026-05-06 18:00 - 19:30
This initiative is grounded in a simple but powerful belief: those who have earned their FACHE credential are uniquely positioned to help guide the next generation of healthcare leaders. In a first-of-its-kind model, 100% of the proceeds from this course will be donated directly to the Foundation for Healthcare Leaders of New York. By registering for this course, your fee acts as a direct investment in our community, funding scholarships that remove financial barriers for emerging leaders.
What to Expect:

Comprehensive Review: Coverage of all 10 core knowledge areas from the ACHE BOG Exam outline.
Expert Faculty: Sessions led by distinguished, active Fellows (FACHE) from top healthcare organizations across New York.
Purpose Through Service: Our incredible faculty are volunteering their time and expertise without honorariums, ensuring every dollar of your registration goes toward cultivating the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Prepare for your exam, earn your credential, and pay it forward—all at the same time.

Course Schedule
All sessions are 1.5 hours. A Zoom Meeting invite will be sent seperately to your registered email prior to the first session commencing.

May 6, 2026, 6:00p-7:30p: Healthcare / Governance & Organizational Structure

Instructor: Kevin Ferrarotti, FACHE

May 13, 2026, 6:00p-7:30p: Professionalism & Ethics / Health Technology and Information Management

Instructor: Kevin Ferrarotti, FACHE

May 20, 2026, 6:00p-7:30p: Quality & Performance Management / Management & Leadership

Instructors: Allison Roditi, FACHE & Ernest D’Ambrose, FACHE

May 27, 2026, 6:00p-7:30p: Human Resources / Laws & Regulations

Instructor: Allison Roditi, FACHE

June 3, 2026, 6:00p-7:30p: Business / Finance

Instructors: Kevin Ferrarotti, FACHE & Michael Tsang, FACHE

As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Healthcare Leaders of New York, is authorized to award 7.5 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education credits toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Participants in this program who wish to have it considered for ACHE Qualifying Education credit should list their attendance when they apply to the American College of Healthcare Executives for advancement or recertification.

Integrated Solutions: Improving Black Maternal Outcomes through Collaborative Care
2026-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Improving Black maternal outcomes requires more than awareness—it demands coordinated, system-level action. This program brings together healthcare leaders to explore how integrated, collaborative care models can address disparities, improve access, and drive meaningful change across the continuum of maternal health.

As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Healthcare Leaders of New York, is authorized to award 1.0 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education credits toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Participants in this program who wish to have it considered for ACHE Qualifying Education credit should list their attendance when they apply to the American College of Healthcare Executives for advancement or recertification.

Reimagining the Future of Ambulatory Care: Leadership, Growth, and Transforming Delivery
2026-05-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
Ambulatory care continues to expand, and patient expectations are shifting toward convenience and digital enablement. Health systems and multi-specialty groups are rethinking their ambulatory strategies to expand access, manage population health, drive value-based outcomes, and support a rapidly evolving workforce. This program brings together senior healthcare leaders from diverse organizations to explore how ambulatory networks are being redesigned to meet the needs of today and tomorrow. Panelists will share insights on leadership, operational excellence, growth strategies, technology integration, workforce models, and innovations that are reshaping outpatient care.

HLNY Tour of LiveOnNY’s Donate Eight Simulation Center
2026-06-17 18:00 - 20:00 | LiveOnNY, 30-30, 47th Ave., 9th Floor, LIC, NY 11101
THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 40 REGISTRANTS – WHILE THIS EVENT IS FREE FOR MEMBERS, WE ARE ASKING TO REGISTER ONLY IF YOU ARE CERTAIN OF YOUR ATTENDANCE SO YOU DO NOT TAKE A SEAT FROM SOMEONE WHO WILL ATTEND
MEMBERSHIP WILL BE VERIFIED
Unveiled in 2024, this cutting-edge Simulation Center elevates training and education. The Donate Eight Simulation Center, located at the LiveOnNY Headquarters in Queens, is state-of-the-art and advances excellence in organ donor care through trainings for LiveOnNY clinical and field staff and education for the public on the lifesaving process of organ donation. The Center includes a fully equipped mock Operating Room and mock Intensive Care Unit designed to train employees in donor case management within a controlled and immersive environment. To date, LiveOnNY has welcomed hundreds of visitors, including high school and college students, state representatives, and many others. The Simulation Center has become an incredible resource – not only for training our staff, but also as a highly effective tool for community education. Watch coverage of the Simulation Center by Spectrum News NY1 – click here.
Guests will be led on a comprehensive tour of the Simulation Center and LiveOnNY’s Kidney Rescue Area, followed by a didactic session where guests will be provided with a comprehensive overview of the organ donation process, and listen to guest speakers share their personal experiences with organ donation. Food will be provided

2026 HLNY Annual Gala and Awards Presentation
2026-06-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Glen Island Harbor Club
Ticket are now available – reserve your seat now!!!
2026 Award of Distinction Recipient
Mitchell Katz, MD
President & Chief Executive Officer
NYC Health + Hospitals

2026 Regent Awards Categories:
Senior Level Healthcare Executive Award Recipients:
Daniel J. Messina, PhD, MPA, FACHE
President & Chief Executive Officer
Richmond University Medical Center
Susan Somerville, RN, MA
Associate Director, Health Management Practice
Program in Public Health
Stony Brook University

Early Career Healthcare Executive Award Recipients:
Ramsey Abdallah, DHA, MBA, FACHE, CPHQ, CHFP, PMP, CMW/OE, CPPS, FACHDM
Assistant Vice President, Operations
Northwell Health
Austin Cheng, Esq., MHA, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Gramercy Surgery Center

JOURNAL ADVERTISEMENT: Please contact gala@hlny.org
TABLE PURCHASES: Please submit names and titles to: sponsors@hlny.org

DRESS CODE: Business / Formal Attire
DIRECTIONS: Glen Island Harbour Club
SPONSORSHIP: Please email: sponsors@hlny.org

This and all our programs and events are made possible by the generosity of our 2026-2027 HLNY Corporate Sponsors who are ardent supporters of the healthcare executive profession.

“Honoring Our History” – HLNY’s 14th Annual Past President’s Boat Cruise
2026-07-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Chelsea Piers, Pier 61
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
HLNY honors our Past Presidents and celebrates their commitment to our organization, as well as the healthcare industry at large. This event will allow our members to network and socialize with Past Presidents and other members as we sail aboard a private yacht in the New York Harbor, taking in the sites and enjoying a Summer evening on the Spirit Of New York!
Agenda:
6:00 – 6:30pm – Boarding (Dockside)
6:30 – 8:30pm – Cruise
Boat will embark promptly at 6:30 PM; please plan to arrive between 5:30pm-6:00pm.
Assorted hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served
Music will be provided by a DJ on deck 2
Parking: Ample parking is available at Chelsea Piers. Cars enter Chelsea Piers from the West Side Highway at approximately 23rd Street. There is a “Chelsea Piers Only” access road exiting form the southbound lane of the highway.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests not made at least 7 days before the event will not receive a refund. Please contact us at president@hlny.org if you have questions about our cancellation policy.

Photo/Video Disclaimer Policy: By registering for this event, you agree to allow HLNY to use any photograph/video taken at the event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. HLNY may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by HLNY including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, magazines, websites, etc.
Any person desiring not to have their photo taken or distributed must contact us of his/her intentions. HLNY may decide to remove the photo or conceal the identification of the individual in question.

NOTE: Tickets purchased under the ACHE/HLNY member rate will have name and ACHE ID# verified via ACHE. If found to not be an active member of ACHE, the ticket will be refunded and the ticket will have to be purchased again under the non-member rate.
