HEALTH CENTERS: SUSTAIN, GROW, THRIVE
Pre-Conference: June 3, 2025
Annual Conference: June 4-5, 2025
Fargo, North Dakota
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
The Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) and the Great Plains Health Data Network (GPHDN) invites you to attend the 2025 CHAD/GPHDN Annual Conference. This annual event connects leaders like you from community health centers across Wyoming, South Dakota, and North Dakota to come together.
Get ready to join us for the Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas and Great Plains Health Data Network Annual Conference, themed “Health Centers: Sustain, Grow, Thrive.” The annual conference is your chance to connect with fellow community health center leaders from North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming for a few days of learning, sharing, and inspiration.
We have an exciting lineup of sessions on topics that matter most to you, like creating a workplace culture that people love, growing care management programs, and navigating financial uncertainty to boost health center revenue. Plus, you can hone your leadership skills and learn how to become the go-to employer in your community. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to learn from industry experts, share ideas with peers, and build lasting connections. This year’s keynote speaker, Gary Campbell from Impact2Lead, will deliver an engaging talk that will offer thoughtful insights into navigating the challenges facing health centers today. Join us for an opportunity to reflect, learn, and discover ways to strengthen and sustain your organization in an ever-evolving landscape.
Agenda
PRE-CONFERENCE: TUESDAY, JUNE 3
Project Management for Non-Project Managers: From Idea to Action!
Steve Bourgois
Have you ever found yourself leading a project without formal training? Whether you’re a volunteer, “volun-told,” or an accidental project manager, this interactive pre-conference workshop is designed just for you!
Join Steve Bourgois for a hands-on, no-jargon introduction to project management tailored for health center teams. Learn the essential tools and techniques to confidently plan, execute, and manage projects. Bring an idea and leave with a structured project plan that is ready to implement.
Through engaging activities, real-world applications, and practical templates, you’ll gain tips, tricks, and strategies to simplify project management and ensure success from start to finish. Whether tackling a minor initiative or a more significant undertaking, this session will empower you to think like a project manager, stay organized, and drive results!
ANNUAL CONFERENCE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4
Keynote Address Inspiring a Culture of Excellence
Gary Campbell, Impact2Lead
9:15 – 10:30 am
Defining the Employer of Choice and One Health Center’s Journey
Gary Campbell, Impact2Lead
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Foundations of Nurse-Led Chronic Disease Management
Jenny Lingle, Comagine Health
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Break-Even Analysis for FQHC Financial Stability
Amy Brisson, Community Link Consulting
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Impactful Leadership to Transform the Culture
Gary Campbell, Impact2Lead
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Building and Sustaining Nurse-Led Care Management Programs
Jenny Lingle, Comagine Health
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Maximizing Revenue Opportunities for Community Health Center Sustainability
Amy Brisson, Community Link Consulting
2:00 – 3:15 pm
Building a Plan of Action to Become an Employer of Choice
Gary Campbell, Impact2Lead
3:45 – 5:00 pm
Leveraging Technology to Support Care Management Success
Jenny Lingle, Comagine Health
3:45 – 5:15 pm
Mastering Strategic Forecasting
Amy Brisson, Community Link Consulting
3:45 – 5:00 pm
ANNUAL CONFERENCE: THURSDAY, JUNE 5
Patient Growth: Measuring and Preparing for Impact
Shannon Nielson, Curis Consulting
9:30 – 10:45 am
Mastering the Media: Strategies for Success in Earned Coverage – Part 1
Vanessa Gomez, City of Sioux Falls
9:30 – 10:45 am
TBD
TBD
9:30 – 10:45 am
Impacting Access to Care and Executing on Growth
Shannon Nielson, Curis Consulting
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Mastering the Media: Strategies for Success in Earned Coverage – Part 2
Vanessa Gomez, City of Sioux Falls
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Total Compensation and Competitive Compensation Packages
Amy Brisson, Community Link Consulting
11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Sustain, Grow, Thrive: Policy Advocacy for the Future of Health Centers
Nick Widmeyer, NACHC
Nadine Boe, Northland Health Centers
Lexy Eggert, Horizon Health (tentative)
Sarah Aaker, ND Health & Human Services – Medical Services Division
TBD
A room block is held at the Hilton Garden Inn. To reserve your room, call 701-499-6000 or visit https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/chad-annual-conference/ and reference the “CHAD Annual Conference” to get the preferred rate.
Room block will be open until May 3, 2025.
Rates: $149 per night plus taxes and fees.
Hilton Garden Inn
4351 17th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunity
As a sponsor, you will have the unique opportunity to connect with influential health center professionals, including CEOs, CFOs, COOs, clinical leaders, and other key decision-makers.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Exhibitor Opportunities: Showcase your organization on-site for direct engagement with attendees. Your logo will be prominently displayed throughout the event.
- Remote Sponsorships: Can’t attend in person? You can still support the conference through various sponsorship packages.
Join us in supporting the growth and success of health centers in our region. We look forward to partnering with you to make this event a success.
For more information, view our Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities brochure.
