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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 $285 plus taxes/fees for conference attendees from Wednesday, October 7 through Friday, October 9. For longer stays, consider one of these hotel options.
2026 Schedule
| Time | Agenda Item |
|---|---|
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | AHP Development Primer (part 1) [$} |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | CFRE Exam Compass Review Course (part 1) [$] |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Leading Forward Executive Forum welcome reception [$] |
| 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 [$] |
| 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Workshop: Gift Officer Mastery [$] |
| 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Workshop: Mastering Your Mid-Level Donors [$] |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Lunch for Leading Forward Executive Forum participants only |
| 2:15 PM | Main conference begins |
| 2:15 – 3:30 PM | Learning Labs |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Recharge break in Exhibit Hall |
| 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Networking Roundtables |
| 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Newcomers welcome event |
| 5:15 – 6:30 PM | Welcome & Opening Keynote |
| 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Welcome Reception with exhibitors |
| Time | Agenda Item |
|---|---|
| 6:30 – 7:30 AM | Sunrise Yoga |
| 7:00 – 8:30 AM | 40 Under 40 Breakfast (invitation only) |
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Networking breakfast |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Education sessions |
| 10:00 – 10:30 AM | Refreshment break with exhibitors |
| 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Education sessions |
| 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM | General Session & Keynote |
| 12:30 – 1:30 PM | Networking lunch |
| 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Education sessions |
| 2:30 – 3:00 PM | Recharge break in Exhibit Hall |
| 3:00 – 3:45 PM | Industry Showcase sessions |
| 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Education sessions |
| 6:00 – 9:00 PM | Grand Reception and AHP Awards Dinner |
| Time | Agenda Item |
|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM | General Session & Keynote |
| 9:15 – 10:15 AM | Education sessions |
| 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Education sessions |
| 11:30 – 12:15 PM | Networking break |
| 12:15 – 1:15 PM | Education sessions |
| 1:15 PM | Conference concludes |
Pre-Conference Workshops
Tuesday, October 6 and Wednesday, October 7
Leading Forward Executive Forum
Gather with fellow senior executives in intimate setting to explore strategic interests and share challenges
AHP Development Primer
Essential fundraising principles, practical strategies, and tools for emerging healthcare fundraisers
CFRE Exam Compass Review Course
In-depth review, practice questions, and strategies for passing the CFRE exam, plus expert guidance
Gift Officer Mastery
A hands-on workshop to focus your major gift portfolio and prioritize relationships that drive results
Mastering Your Mid-Level Donors
Transform your mid-level program with proven strategies to move mid-level donors toward major and planned gifts
Nearby Hotels
Hampton Inn & Suites Nashville at Opryland
Address: 230 Rudy Circle, Nashville, TN 37214
Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Opryland
Address: 2461 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
Residence Inn by Marriott Nashville
Address: 2500 Music Valley Drive, Nashville, TN 37214
2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
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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