Leadership Summit Networking Events

Attend the Summit and you’ll understand why it is the nation’s leading health care leadership conference. It features an outstanding lineup of nationally-recognized speakers and health care leaders who share their knowledge and experience. You can choose to dive deep into one area by following an educational track, or gain broad exposure to various performance improvement strategies with a cross-track approach. There are also ample learning and networking options that will help you maximize your Summit experience.

Leadership Summit Welcome Reception
July 24, 5:15 pm – 6:45 pm

The perfect way to end the first day at the Summit is by renewing acquaintances and networking with colleagues as you share food and drinks. You can discuss what’s been learned at the day’s sessions and catch up with the experts on topical subjects. You can also get an early look at the new products and services offered by the companies who support the Summit.

Leadership Summit Gala Reception
July 25, 6:30 pm
USS Midway

Join your colleagues for some unforgettable fun aboard the longest-serving aircraft carrier in U.S. Navy history. Experience a living piece of American history as you enjoy refreshments and entertainment on the flight deck of the USS Midway. Summit attendees can unwind as they examine the restored aircraft from the ship’s 47-year history or just enjoy the atmosphere as the sun sets over the 360-degree view of San Diego’s skyline. Guest tickets are available for attendees who would like to bring family or friends for an evening that will create memories for years to come.

Attire for the Gala is business casual. Attendees are advised to wear comfortable shoes (no high heels) as the decks are uneven throughout the ship.

Note: Additional Gala tickets will be available for purchase for guests and children via the conference registration form.

Optional Pre-Summit Events

Sign up for one of these optional intensive workshop events and add value to your Summit experience. The events begin the day before or the opening morning of the Leadership Summit. Click here for Optional Pre-Summit Events.

Sunrise Sessions

Grab some coffee and breakfast treats at these early morning sessions and listen to presentations on today’s hottest topics, new research and emerging challenges. Click here for Sunrise Sessions.

Exhibit Hall

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks in the exhibit hall and join your colleagues as they gather information from leading companies in health care. These exhibitors showcase the latest solutions and technologies and are contributors to the success of the Leadership Summit.

Leadership Connections Bookstore

Join colleagues in this special section of the exhibit hall at the Summit bookstore. The store offers best-selling titles from Summit presenters, other management and leadership thinkers and the latest titles from AHA Press.

ASHE Exhibition of Architecture for Health

Review poster presentations of exciting new architectural projects from around the country. The display highlights some of the best work of nationally known architectural and design firms.