ACHE of Massachusetts

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ACHE of Massachusetts (ACHE-MA) is the local official chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and provides members with educational programs, networking and volunteer opportunities, career and advancement resources and the ability to connect with healthcare executives.

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As a member, you'll join more than 49,000 healthcare leaders from across the country and around the world who are dedicated to improving health. If you want to connect with local healthcare professionals, join ACHE and select ACHE of Massachusetts as your home chapter.

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A Message from the President – Spring 2026

Published on June 22, 2026

June 15, 2026

Greetings, ACHE of MA Members –

As we move from spring into summer and look toward the rest of 2026, I continue to be inspired by the creativity and engagement of the ACHE of Massachusetts community. Healthcare leadership today requires far more than operational expertise alone — it demands adaptability, collaboration, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to lead through uncertainty while staying grounded in purpose. Across our Chapter, I see leaders stepping forward to support one another, share ideas openly, and invest in the future of our profession. Whether through educational programming, mentorship, networking events, volunteer engagement, or community partnerships, our members continue to demonstrate what makes healthcare leadership meaningful: a commitment not only to organizational success, but to people.

This spring’s programming and events reflected that spirit. From thoughtful conversations on vulnerability and leadership, to discussions about the evolving future of healthcare delivery, workforce sustainability, innovation, and clinician well-being, our Chapter remains focused on creating relevant, practical, and inspiring opportunities for professional growth and connection.

I also want to encourage all members to join us for our 2026 Annual Healthcare Summit this October at Gillette Stadium. This year’s theme, “No Final Buzzer: Leading in Healthcare When the Game Never Stops,” reflects the realities healthcare leaders face every day — balancing constant operational demands while continuing to lead teams, improve care, and support our workforce. We are especially excited to welcome Chris Herren as our keynote speaker, whose message around resilience, recovery, wellness, and leadership promises to be both powerful and deeply relevant to healthcare professionals. I hope you will make plans to attend what is shaping up to be one of our most engaging and meaningful events yet.

Finally, I encourage every member to find ways to become more involved in the Chapter. ACHE of Massachusetts continues to grow because of the energy and contributions of volunteers, committee members, mentors, sponsors, and engaged healthcare leaders from across the Commonwealth. Whether you are early in your career, pursuing your FACHE credential, or serving in a senior executive role, there is a place for you to contribute and grow within this community.

Thank you for your continued support of ACHE of Massachusetts and for the work you do every day to improve healthcare for the patients, families, teams, and communities we serve. I look forward to connecting with many of you at upcoming events throughout the year!

Warm regards,
Jack Bailey, MS, FACHE

President
ACHE of MA

Member Spotlight

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Nancy O’Hare, ScD, FACSM, MBA

I had been a candystriper as a middle schooler and enjoyed visiting with patients at our local community hospital. I would deliver food trays, letters and flowers, and talk with the patients about their illnesses and lives in general. After completing my BS, MS (University of Massachusetts, Amherst) and ScD…

Barrett Franklin, MS, MBA, FACHE, CCE

Deputy Network Director | VA New England Healthcare System, VISN !

Getting my fellowship pushed me to learn specifics about areas that I knew, but hadn’t ever truly studied. It gave me a newfound appreciation for how complex our day-to-day healthcare world really is that I for one sometimes take for granted. And once I’d earned the credential I was proud of the accomplishment, and welcomed easy segway anytime I met a new healthcare leader. Participating in the committees of ACHE of MA has been a great networking tool. I’ve gotten to get to know some of the best and brightest from my own backyard. It also made walking into Congress for the first time that much easier, when I saw some familiar faces.

Daphnie Pierre, MBA

Senior Manager CFAR Consulting and Coaching

I joined ACHE of MA about four years ago when I was new to healthcare, and the Early Careerist Network was a huge help in getting me connected. I also got to learn from great leaders through my work on the Membership Committee. Now, as the leader of the mentorship program, I get to pay it forward by supporting others as they navigate their entry into healthcare. to grow your career and join other healthcare leaders

Ellen Mahoney, MBA

Chief Operating Officer ZurickDavis

I had always been involved with ACHE, as my company has been a sponsor of the local chapter. Eventually, I realized I should join as a member myself, and immediately became part of the membership committee upon joining. It has been so wonderful to network and be a part of making membership better for our chapter. I just became the Chair of Membership, and I am really enjoying that role. I cannot imagine that I would still be a member had I not gotten so involved, and it has led to so many connections that I could not do without!