American College of Healthcare Executives - ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership 2027
Event Date
March 22–24, 2027
Location
Nashville, TN
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership is the annual premier education and networking event of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). Held March 22–24, 2027, at Nashville's Music City Center, it brings together the healthcare leadership community for several days of learning, professional development and peer connection. The 2027 edition is themed "Next Starts Now," focused on helping leaders navigate financial pressures, disruptive technologies, workforce instability and shifting regulatory expectations.
Congress draws a broad interprofessional audience—from early-careerists to CEOs—across hospitals, health systems and the wider healthcare community. Attendees choose from hundreds of educational sessions led by expert thought leaders and dozens of networking events, earning ACHE In-Person Education credits toward professional advancement.
It is worth attending for the scale and quality of its programming: with 7,000+ leaders, 350+ speakers, 175+ sessions and 50+ networking events, Congress offers one of the year's best opportunities to grow professionally, exchange ideas with peers and gain actionable strategies to lead with purpose. Pre-Congress Boot Camps (Sunday, March 21) and Federal Sector Day (Thursday, March 25) extend the learning options.
Show Highlights
- Keynote by Simon Sinek — bestselling author of Start With Why and one of the most-viewed TED speakers of all time, opening the 2027 program with insights on leading with purpose and building stronger cultures.
- Educational depth — 175+ sessions led by 350+ expert speakers across all levels of healthcare leadership.
- The Leadership Exhibit Hall — space for partner organizations to connect with healthcare leaders at every level.
- Networking at scale — 50+ networking events, including ACHE Networking Receptions and alumni/affiliate receptions.
- Management Innovations Poster Session — showcasing forward-thinking, practical solutions to today's healthcare challenges in the ACHE Leadership Hub.
- Pre-Congress Boot Camps (Sunday, March 21) and Federal Sector Day (Thursday, March 25) for focused, in-depth learning.
Attendance
ACHE describes Congress as its annual premier education and networking event, which gathers nearly 7,000 leaders from the healthcare community. The 2027 program materials cite 7,000+ leaders, 350+ speakers, 175+ sessions and 50+ networking events. The audience is interprofessional and spans all career stages, from early-careerists to CEOs.
Registration
Registration and program details for the 2027 Congress are expected to be released in October 2026. Prospective attendees can sign up for updates to be notified when registration opens.
- Membership rates: ACHE members receive member-rate pricing for Congress; joining ACHE unlocks discounted registration.
- Group registration: For groups over 15, contact Gregg Lapin, director of event experience, at glapin@ache.org.
- Employer approval: ACHE provides a customizable approval-letter template to help attendees justify attendance to their manager.
- Continuing education: ACHE In-Person Education credits earned are applied to your My ACHE account several weeks after Congress, with a notification when credits are reconciled.
History
The Congress on Healthcare Leadership is the American College of Healthcare Executives' long-running annual flagship education and networking event. ACHE is the professional home to more than 53,000 healthcare executives committed to integrity, continuous learning, leadership excellence and community. The event rotates among major U.S. cities: after 2026 it moves to Nashville in 2027, then Houston in 2028 (March 13–15), and returns to Nashville in 2029 (March 26–28). Each year the event draws nearly 7,000 leaders from across the healthcare community.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership?
The 2027 Congress takes place March 22–24 (Monday–Wednesday) at the Music City Center in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Pre-Congress Boot Camps are held Sunday, March 21, and Federal Sector Day follows on Thursday, March 25.
Who should attend the ACHE Congress?
Congress is designed for the interprofessional healthcare leadership community across all career stages, from early-careerists to CEOs. It gathers nearly 7,000 leaders from hospitals, health systems and the broader healthcare industry.
How do I register for Congress 2027?
Program and registration details are expected in October 2026, and you can sign up on the ACHE Congress website to be notified when registration opens. ACHE members receive member-rate pricing, and groups over 15 can register by contacting glapin@ache.org.
Who is the keynote speaker for the 2027 Congress?
Leadership expert and bestselling author Simon Sinek, known for his Start With Why philosophy and one of the most-viewed TED Talks of all time, is the keynote speaker for the 2027 Congress.
How do I get from Nashville International Airport to the venue?
Nashville International Airport (BNA) is about 8 miles from Music City Center, roughly a 20-minute drive. The WeGo Route 18 express bus reaches the venue in about 15 minutes for $2, while taxis run a $30 flat rate and rideshare costs about $30–$50.
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