On-site activities

Connect at ALC

Welcome reception and poster presentations

Kick off your conference with networking, refreshments, and appetizers while exploring 17 poster presentations. Before you arrive, check out the poster preview videos to deepen your understanding going into conversations with the presenters.

Chair’s luncheon

A Unified Voice for Children’s Health: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Hear directly from CHA leadership about the state of the association and the strategic initiatives driving our work forward. This luncheon provides valuable perspective on the opportunities, challenges, and priorities shaping the year ahead.

Explore the CHA Hub

The CHA Hub is your central destination for connecting with the CHA member experience team, exploring the full value of membership, and discovering resources, services, and expertise available to support your organization. Stop in, connect, ask questions, grab some swag, and share your experience through our interactive audio guestbook.

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Recharge throughout your stay

At ALC, wellness is woven into the conference experience. We believe leaders do their best thinking, learning, and connecting when they have opportunities to recharge along the way.

Throughout the conference, you’ll find intentional moments designed to support focus, energy, and connection. Whether you find your center in morning yoga, pause in a quiet space, or take a walk between sessions, every option is designed to help you engage in a way that works for you.

Because how leaders are supported is just as important as what they learn.

The Future of Health Care Depends on Caring for the Workforce

Oct. 27  |  3:45–5 p.m.  |  1.25 CE  |  FLW EF

The pressures facing the health care workforce continue to affect organizations across the country, making clinician well-being and workforce sustainability critical leadership priorities. J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA, CEO and co-founder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, has become one of the nation’s leading advocates for advancing health care worker well-being and creating healthier work environments.

An influential voice on workforce resilience, Feist helped lead the effort that resulted in the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, the first federal law dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of health care professionals. In this timely session, he will explore the state of today’s health care workforce, the organizational factors that contribute to burnout and disengagement, and the actions leaders can take to build cultures where caregivers can thrive. Attendees will gain insights and strategies for strengthening their workforce, supporting long-term resilience and advancing organizational performance through a people-centered approach to leadership.

J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA
CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation

J. Corey Feist is a nationally recognized voice on health care workforce well-being, resilience and leadership. He played a key role in advancing the first federal law focused on supporting the mental health of health care workers.

The Trust Blueprint: Building High-Performing Teams Through Trust

Oct. 27  |  8–9 a.m.  |  1.5 CE  |  FLW EF

In a time of increasing complexity, uncertainty and workforce challenges, trust has become one of the most valuable assets a leader can build. Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of GRAVITAS and a recognized expert in leadership and personal development, brings a practical and evidence-informed approach to strengthening trust in teams and organizations.

Through research, real-world scenarios and interactive learning, Sun will help leaders understand the measurable components of trust and how they influence communication, accountability, collaboration and performance. Designed specifically for leaders seeking to strengthen culture and engagement, this session will provide actionable frameworks for navigating difficult conversations, repairing trust after setbacks and fostering deeper connections across teams. Participants will gain tools they can immediately apply to create stronger relationships, improve alignment and build organizations that perform at their best under pressure.

Lisa Sun
Founder and CEO, GRAVITAS

Drawing on research, real-world scenarios and interactive exercises, Lisa Sun will help leaders understand the five components of trust and develop a personalized blueprint for building stronger teams and lasting organizational impact.

Leading AI and the Future of Children's Hospitals

Oct. 28  |  10:40–11:55 a.m.  |  1.25 CE  |   FLW EF

Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from experimentation to implementation, creating new opportunities and new challenges for health care organizations. Few experts are better positioned to help leaders navigate this transformation than Robert M. Wachter, M.D., professor and chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, and one of the nation’s foremost authorities on health care innovation.

Widely recognized as a leading voice on the digital transformation of health care, Wachter will explore how AI is reshaping clinical care, operations and decision-making across the industry. Drawing on his deep expertise in technology and organizational change, he will examine what children’s hospital leaders need to know now, including emerging opportunities, potential risks and the leadership strategies required to responsibly integrate AI into care delivery. Attendees will leave with practical insights to help their organizations prepare for a future where AI is becoming an essential part of operations and strategy.

Robert M. Wachter, MD
Professor and Chair, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco​

As AI reshapes health care delivery, Robert M. Wachter will examine the opportunities, challenges, and strategic implications for children’s hospitals.

Pricing information

Payment options

  • Pay at the time of online registration via credit card
  • Request an invoice within registration (payment due by Oct. 24)
  • Contact CHA in advance to make arrangements if on-site payment is necessary

Refund and cancellation policy

  • All refund requests must be submitted in writing to Event.Services@childrenshospitals.org
  • Full refund available for cancellations received by Oct. 16
  • Refunds cannot be issued for cancellations submitted after Oct. 16 due to hotel guarantees and contractual obligations already submitted on behalf of attendees