CAHL News
Resilience & Hope: Acknowledging the Journey of Black Healthcare Professionals & Black Patients in Healthcare
By Dr. Pamela A. McAfee, Ed.D, MPA. OTR, CDE® and Tiffany K. Martin, MSEE, Certified CHW, CPC I. Introduction – Healthcare in the U.S. The experiences of Black clinicians and patients in the U.S. healthcare system cannot be separated from a broader historical context...
Building Deeper Connections Together: A Message from Your CAHL President
By Corina Clark, FACHE President, California Association of Healthcare Leaders Dear CAHL Members, As I embark on this journey as President, one word resonates deeply within me: connection. The connection to our purpose, to each other, and to the foundational reasons...
A Year of Momentum, Impact, and Leadership Across California
By Christianna Kearns, MBA, FACHE Immediate Past President, California Association of Healthcare Leaders As we reflect on 2025, I am incredibly proud of the collective accomplishments of the California Association of Healthcare Leaders and deeply grateful to the...
Answering FAQs: CAHL Case Competition Edition
By: Ashley Oates This year the Higher Education Network (HEN) of the California Association of Healthcare Leaders (CAHL) hosted a Case Competition on November 15th at UC Davis Aggie Square in Sacramento – an academic event centered on a case study where teams of...
Behavioral-Based Interviewing: Uncovering Potential Beyond the Resume
By Stacey Aggabao, MBA MSN RN NEA-BC CEN “In healthcare, how people show up matters as much as what they know.” In today’s complex healthcare environment, leaders are called to make decisions that balance compassion, accountability, and operational excellence....
Native and Indigenous People in Healthcare – Underrepresented, Underserved, Yet Steadfast Advocates for Well Being
By Teniola Adegbite and Kimberly Browne November marks Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the cultural richness and profound contributions of Native and Indigenous people. Within the healthcare sector, Native and...
2025 CAHL President’s End of Year Message: A Year of Service, Leadership, and Heartfelt Gratitude
By Christianna Kearns, FACHE As we bring 2025 to a close, I find myself reflecting with deep appreciation on the extraordinary work that has taken place across our CAHL community this year. Serving as your President has been one of the greatest honors of my career,...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Roots & Empowering the Future
By Dr. Ifeoma I. Nnaji and Akim Waldron Why is the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15? Have you ever wondered why Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 rather than during a single calendar...
Building Social Capital in Health Care: The Transformative Role of Mentorship
By Stacey Aggabao As health systems face unprecedented workforce pressures, building social capital through mentorship is not just nice-to-have – it is a strategic imperative. In health care, success is shaped not only by clinical expertise and advanced technology but...
Strengths Finder: How to Address Employment Gaps on Your Resume
By Fawn Hutton Employment gaps used to be viewed with skepticism. For years, job seekers feared that a pause in work history might raise red flags for hiring managers. Today, the narrative is shifting. As workplaces evolve and organizations place greater value on...