(February 2024) – Last fall, the Kansas Hospital Association and governWell hosted our first-ever, two-part Hospital Board Chair Leadership program with nearly 40 board leaders in attendance. We were pleased to bring KHA members to this new program specifically designed for new board chairs and chair-elects. The two sessions were packed with topics focused on the board chair's leadership role; how to build purposeful agendas; facilitation and executive sessions; understanding the Open Meetings Act; enhancing the board chair/CEO relationship; best practices for board conduct and orientation; and developing an effective board self-assessment.

This virtual program included two 90-minute sessions on Zoom and an opportunity for several of our attendees to take advantage of an optional individual coaching session. Breakout rooms were used so trustees could connect with others in their location and in similar facilities. The feedback we received from attendees was positive, and we hope to offer this program again in 2024. If you would be interested in participating in a future session, contact Cindy Samuelson at (785) 233-7436.