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October 7 - 9, 2026 | Nashville, TN

AHP International Conference

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The largest annual gathering of healthcare philanthropy professionals

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1,000+ healthcare philanthropy professionals from around the world
40+sessions led by industry thought leaders and expert facilitators
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Location

Experience Nashville at the Gaylord Opryland

With elegant meeting spaces, exceptional amenities, and a vibrant atmosphere, the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center offers an ideal setting to gather with the AHP community, right in the heart of Music City.

Rooms are available at a discounted rate of $285 plus taxes/fees for conference attendees from Wednesday, October 7 through Friday, October 9.  For longer stays, consider one of these hotel options.  

Element Denver International Airport
Doubletree by Hilton Denver International Airport
Hyatt House Denver Airport
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Denver Airport
Residence Inn by Marriott Denver Airport

2026 Schedule

Schedule is subject to change


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Tuesday


Time Agenda Item
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM AHP Development Primer (part 1) [$}
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM CFRE Exam Compass Review Course (part 1) [$]
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Leading Forward Welcome Reception [$]

Wednesday


Time Agenda Item
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM AHP Development Primer (part 2) [$]
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CFRE Exam Compass Review Course (part 2) [$]
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Leading Forward Executive Forum [$]
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Gift Officer Mastery [$]
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Lunch for Leading Forward participants only
2:15 PM Main conference begins
2:15 PM-3:30 PM Welcome & Conference Kickoff
4:00 PM-5:00 PM Networking Roundtables
4:00 PM-5:00 PM Newcomers Welcome Event
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM Opening Keynote
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Welcome Reception with Exhibitors

Thursday


Time Agenda Item
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM Sunrise Yoga
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 40 Under 40 Breakfast (invitation only)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Education Sessions
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Education Sessions
11:45 AM-12:30 PM General Session & Keynote
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Networking Lunch
1:30 PM-2:30 PM
 Education Sessions
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM Industry Showcase Sessions
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Education Sessions
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Grand Reception and AHP Awards Dinner

Friday


Time Agenda Item
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM-9:00 AM General Session & Keynote
9:15 AM-10:15 AM Education Sessions
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Education Sessions
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Networking Break
12:15 PM-1:15 PM Education Sessions 
1:15 PM Conference Concludes

Pre-Conference Workshops

 

Leading Forward Executive Forum

Senior executives gather in intimate setting to explore strategic interests and share challenges

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AHP Development Primer

Essential fundraising principles, practical strategies, and tools for emerging healthcare fundraisers

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CFRE Exam Compass Review Course

In-depth review, practice questions, and strategies for passing the CFRE exam, plus expert guidance

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Gift Officer Mastery

A hands-on workshop to focus your major gift portfolio and prioritize relationships that drive results

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Mastering Your Mid-Level Donors

Transform your Mid-Level program with proven strategies that drive engagement and move Mid-Level donors toward major and planned gifts.

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Nearby Hotels

Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville at Opryland  

Address: 230 Rudy Circle, Nashville, TN 37214 

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Opryland 

Address: 2461 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214  

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Residence Inn by Marriott Nashville

Address: 2500 Music Valley Drive, Nashville, TN 37214   

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Featured Speakers

Zack Kass

Futurist and Former Head of GTM at OpenAI

he is considered one of the foremost thinkers in Applied AI. His thought leadership and techno-optimist views have been featured in countless publications.

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If you're interested in sponsoring the AHP International Conference, please check out our sponsorship opportunities or contact Sophia Vega at businessdevelopment@ahp.org.

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Name Organization
Michelle Glennon, Esq. (Chair)
Associate Vice President for Development		 Johns Hopkins Medicine
Daniel Sullivan, CFRE (Vice-chair)
Vice President, Chief Advancement Officer		 Parkland Health Foundation
Ellen Bader
Assistant Director of Development		 Cleveland Clinic
Suzanne Beers, MS, CAP, CFRE
Chief Development Officer		 Wills Eye Foundation
Adrienne Cappello
Vice President of Philanthropy, MFSMC		 MedStar Health
Matt Haag
Chief Development Officer & VP Dev. and Alumni Engagement		 Dartmouth Health & Geisel School of Medicine
Sameksha (Simi) Khurana
Director, Annual Giving and Grateful Patient		 University of Utah Health
Nichole LeFebvre
Associate Director, Content & Faculty Communications		 Lucile Packard Foundation for Children’s Health
Jennifer Nicely, FAHP, CFRE
VP Philanthropy South Region		 CommonSpirit Health
Michelle Reich, CFRE
Senior Development Officer		 UCHealth
Brendyn Richards
Director of Development & Advocacy		 Siouxland Community Health Center
Brooke Rose
Director of Development		 University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Jan Wood, CFRE
Senior Managing Vice President		 BWF
Victor Yates, MPA
Director Of Philanthropy		 Barrow Neurological Institute - Foundation