Celebrating Heritage, Leadership, and Equity By: Simurtej Singh As we celebrate the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month this May, it is important to honor and remember those who are leading or have left a legacy in creating a more...
By: Casey Whitmore & Michael A. O’Connell Healthcare leaders rarely struggle with effort—they struggle with translation. Many professionals can describe what they’re responsible for yet hesitate to articulate what changed because of their leadership. But hiring...
With the 2026 CAHL Congress on the horizon, CAHL President Corina Clark, MPA, FACHE shares a reflection on the powerful connections and lasting impact of the 2025 Congress. “When I think back on last year’s CAHL Congress, one word comes to mind, energy. With over 350...
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...
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...
By Corina Clark, FACHE As we step into a new year, it feels right to pause for a moment, to reflect on what we’ve built together and to look ahead with optimism, clarity, and purpose. What has always set CAHL apart is its people. The leaders, volunteers, and members...
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,...
By Christianna Kearns As healthcare leaders, we are often measured by metrics such as patient outcomes, operational performance, and financial stewardship. While these are essential, I have found that the foundation for every success story is far less quantifiable:...
By Kenny Pawlek It’s nearly summer. School is finishing, vacations are near, and interns are joining our organizations! It’s a rite of passage for most of us. An internship offers a glance into our future career, allowing us to “test the waters” and confirm the...
By Abraham Cicchetti The zeitgeist is full of uncertainty and unforeseen challenges that loom all around, causing mistrust, constant confusion, and fear of the unknown. Healthcare leaders face a pivotal question: How can organizations remain resilient, innovative, and...