2026 Olympia Advocacy Day
2026-01-28 00:00 - 2026-01-29 00:00 (America/Vancouver)
We hope you will be able to join us for the 8th Annual Olympia Advocacy Day!
Registration is now CLOSED. For questions regarding registration, please reach out to Liz.
Date: Wednesday, January 28 – Thursday, January 29
Location: State Capitol, Olympia
Audience: Hospital CEOs/administrators, hospital government affairs staff, and hospital staff/board members as invited by hospital leadership
*Please note: We recommend registering no more than three people from your organization as there will likely be office space limitations at the Capitol.
Attire: Business Professional
Contact: For more information, please reach out to Liz Cortez, Advocacy Program Manager, at LizC@wsha.org
Agenda*
*Schedule subject to change
Wednesday, January 28
5:30 – 8:00 PM: Welcome Reception & Dinner
Location: Ricardo’s & The HUB (676 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA 98503)
Thursday, January 29
7:00 – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
Location: Olympic Room, Hilton Garden Inn (2101 Henderson Park Lane SE, Olympia)
7:30 – 8:30 AM: Legislative Briefing
Location: Olympic Room, Hilton Garden Inn (2101 Henderson Park Lane SE, Olympia)
Looping shuttle transportation will be provided between the Hilton Garden Inn and the Capitol Campus.
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM: WSHA Tent
Location: Capitol Grounds along N. Diagonal Rd.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Box Lunch
Location: WSHA Tent (Capitol Grounds along N. Diagonal Rd.)
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Legislator Visits
Location: State Capitol (416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW, Olympia)
Lodging
WSHA has limited room blocks at the Hilton Garden Inn Olympia and the Marriott Courtyard Olympia. These two hotels are next door to each other.
Hilton Garden Inn
2101 Henderson Park Lane SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Please visit this link to book within our room block.
Group Code: WSH | Group Name: WSHA 2026 Hospital Advocacy Day
To book via phone please call (360) 236-9934 option 2
Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.
Marriot Courtyard
2301 Henderson Park Dr SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Please visit this link to book within our room block.
Group Code: WSHAWSHA | Group Name: W.S.H.A.
To book via phone please call (360) 943-8448 option 1
Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.

Thank You, Sponsors!

WSHA and Alston & Bird Webinar: Cyber Landscape and Trends for Hospitals and Health Systems
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:00
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, so too does the regulatory and enforcement landscape. This session will provide timely insights and practical guidance on key issues impacting your organization, including:

The current threat and regulatory landscape for cyber attacks
Federal and State Agency enforcement trends
Cyber reporting obligations for publicly traded companies
Governance considerations for Boards
Best practices for incident response planning

Who should attend? C-suite, General Counsel, CIO, CISO, privacy and security officers, directors of IT security, compliance officers, board members responsible for compliance risk, and cybersecurity managers.

Alston & Bird is the CLE sponsor for this program. CLE credit will be applied for where applicable, including in Washington State (where application for accreditation is pending).

2026 Rural CFO Retreat
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-24
Register NOW!
Date: Wednesday, April 22 – Friday, April 24
Location: The Residence Inn | Wenatchee, WA
Audience: CFOs of Rural Hospitals and Facilities
Attire: Casual
Agenda*
*Schedule subject to change
Wednesday, April 22
2:00 – 3:30 PM: Rural Health Transformation Fund Program
3:30 – 4:30 PM: An Update on the Latest Accounting Trends
5:30 – 8:00 PM: Welcome Reception & Dinner
Location: The Residence Inn (1229 Walla Walla Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801)
Thursday, April 23
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
Location: The Residence Inn (1229 Walla Walla Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801)
9:00 – 10:00 AM: Welcome

10:00 – 10:45 AM: State Legislative Update
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cybersecurity & Fraud
A discussion with the leaders at JP Morgan on cybersecurity and fraud case studies and emerging best practices.
12:00 PM: Lunch
Location: The Residence Inn
1:15 PM: Vitality Payer Scorecard
3:00 PM: Rural Hospitals and Denials Management
A discussion of trends in medical denials and strategies and technology that can help your facilities

3:30 PM: Adjourn
6:00 – 9:00 PM: Bowling
Location: Eastmont Lanes (704 Grant Rd, East Wenatchee, WA 98802)
Friday, April 24
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
Location: The Residence Inn
9:00 – 10:30 AM: SNAP

10:45 – 11:30 AM: DASH Premium Update
11:30 AM: Lunch
12:30 PM: Update from the State Department of Health
1:00 PM: TBA
2:30 PM: Adjourn
Lodging
We have passed the booking window to book within our room block. To inquire about lodging availability outside of our room block please visit the hotel website or call the number below.
The Residence Inn
1229 Walla Walla Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Residence Inn Wenatchee
To book via phone please call (509) 470-3091

Questions about the event, lodging or sponsorship? Please reach out to Lydia Deatherage at lydiad@wsha.org

Thank You, Sponsors!

External Webinar: Two Depressants, One Conversation: Addressing Alcohol Use among People with Opioid Use Disorder (Seattle)
2026-04-24 08:30 - 15:00 | UW Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 NE 41st St, Seattle, WA, 98105, United States
This external webinar is hosted by University of Washington Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute.
This in-person training in Seattle will focus on practical, evidence‑based approaches to alcohol withdrawal, treatment, and safer use. Participants will learn from clinical experts with experience from a variety of care settings and will explore medications, therapy approaches, and shared decision-making strategies.
This interactive training is designed to support real‑world implementation and cross‑system collaboration throughout Washington.
Key Topics:

Addressing acute alcohol withdrawal
Treating alcohol use disorder in outpatient settings
Safer use strategies for alcohol use

Who should attend: The intended audience for this series is for anyone in Washington State involved in the care of people who use drugs and people living with substance use disorder (SUD). All disciplines are welcome and encouraged to join.
Questions?
Email: moscdal@uw.edu

Click Here to Register Here
Learn More About Training in Eastern Washington

Quality Leader Learning Collaborative - Spring
2026-05-01 08:00 - 14:30 | Conference Center at SeaTac, 17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA, 98158, United States
Audience
Executive and Senior Clinical and Quality Leaders
Highlights

Experience breakthrough innovations that are transforming safety and quality
Enjoy dedicated, meaningful networking time woven throughout the agenda
Collaborate, share, and spark creativity with colleagues
Fuel your day with complimentary breakfast and lunch
Washington hospitals attend for free

Agenda Topics

Advancing a Safer Healthcare Workforce
Leading with Accountability and Compassion
Leveraging Collective Insight for Better Care
State and Federal Policy Impacts on Washington State Hospitals
Elevating Care Teams Through Community
Cultivating Self-Compassion and Compassion for Others

Registration required. Registration has closed.
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Safe Deliveries Roadmap Spring Conference
2026-05-14 08:30 - 15:30 | Conference Center at SeaTac, 17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA, 98158, United States
Join us for the annual Safe Deliveries Roadmap Spring Conference
This is a hybrid conference- we welcome in person & online attendees.
Once you register for the conference, you will receive a calendar hold from the WSHA calendar, which will contain additional details.

Register Here!

External Webinar: Two Depressants, One Conversation: Addressing Alcohol Use among People with Opioid Use Disorder (Spokane)
2026-05-29 08:30 - 15:00 | University of Washington School of Medicine (Spokane), 840 E. Spokane Falls, Blvd. #1, Spokane, WA, 99202, United States
This external webinar is hosted by University of Washington Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute.
This in-person training in Spokane, WA will focus on practical, evidence‑based approaches to alcohol withdrawal, treatment, and safer use. Participants will learn from clinical experts with experience from a variety of care settings and will explore medications, therapy approaches, and shared decision-making strategies.
This interactive training is designed to support real‑world implementation and cross‑system collaboration throughout Washington.
Key Topics:

Addressing acute alcohol withdrawal
Treating alcohol use disorder in outpatient settings
Safer use strategies for alcohol use

Who should attend: The intended audience for this series is for anyone in Washington State involved in the care of people who use drugs and people living with substance use disorder (SUD). All disciplines are welcome and encouraged to join.
Questions?
Email: moscdal@uw.edu

Click Here to Register Here
Learn More About Training in Western Washington

Rural Quality Roundtable - Olympic Medical Center
2026-06-12 10:00 - 14:00
Topic: Complex Discharge
10:00am – 2:00pm
Agenda to include: lunch, hospital tour, QI topic
Register here

While rural hospitals are the primary audience, urban hospitals in the region are welcome to attend. WSHA member hospitals only

2026 AWPHD & WSHA Rural Hospital Leadership Conference
2026-06-28 - 2026-07-01
REGISTER NOW!
Audience: Rural & Public Hospital District C-Suite Leaders, Board Members, Trustees, and Commissioners

Attire: Resort Casual

Conference Agenda (subject to change)
Sunday, June 28
4:00 – 7:00 pm: Registration
Monday, June 29
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:10 – 9:30 am: Association of Washington Public Hospital Districts Highlights (Everyone welcome)
9:30 – 10:30 am: Navigating Tension in the Boardroom# | Kimberly McNally
10:45 – 11:45 am: Breakouts

Transforming Healthcare: Rural Payment Redesign under RHTP | Jeff Bowman, Rural Health Redesign Center (CEOs only)
Public Records Act# | Harry Boesche, MRSC

12:00 – 12:45 pm: Networking Lunch
12:45 pm: Presentation of Rural Quality Awards
1:00 – 1:45 pm: Breakouts

The Art of an Effective Board Meeting# | Florence Di Benedetto (Board Chairs & CEOs only)
Framing the Questions: Applying Ethical Principles in the Hospital Board# | Jeff Sconyers & Taya Briley

2:00 – 3:00 pm: Hospital Financial Stress: What Should Boards Pay Attention To?# | Jason Hotchkiss & Cassie Sauer + Member panel
3:00 – 4:00 pm: Governance Unscripted: You’re the Board. What Would You Do?# | Florence Di Benedetto & Kimberly McNally
4:00 – 5:00 pm: Reception on the Terrace with Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham (Conference attendees only)
Tuesday, June 30
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 am: From the Secretary’s Desk: How DOH Is Strengthening Rural Care Across Washington | Dennis Worsham, Secretary of Health, Washington State Department of Health
10:15 – 11:15 am: Breakouts

Measuring What Matters: Using Board Evaluations to Strengthen Governance# | Kimberly McNally
Division of Labor: What Work Does Your Board Take On & How# | Matthew Ellsworth + Member panel

11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: CEO & Board Chair Lunch#
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Everyday Practice of OPMA & Structure of Committees# | Harry Boesche, MRSC
1:00 – 2:00 pm: Define, Identify and Manage Risk in Healthcare# | Florence Di Benedetto
5:00 – 7:00 pm: BBQ on the Beach*
*2026 BBQ on the Beach guest policy: Every conference registration includes one 21+ BBQ on the Beach guest. Additional 21+ BBQ on the Beach guests require the purchase of a guest ticket ($50). There is no charge for BBQ on the Beach guests under 21.
Wednesday, July 1
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am – 10:00 am: Leading Together: The CEO-Board Chair Partnership# | Matthew Ellsworth + Member panel
10:00 – 11:00 am: Innovation in Action: How Hospitals are Shaping the Future of Care# | Tracy Wellington + Member panel
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Inside the Issues: State Legislative Wins, Federal Shifts and the Rural Health Transformation Program# | Jacqueline Barton True, Cassie Sauer & Chelene Whiteaker
# = Eligible for Governance Education credit.

Lodging Information
Please contact Campbell’s at 800-553-8225 to inquire about lodging availability and reference our group block number 608140 and block name: WA St Hospital Association. If they are sold out, they can place you on their waiting list in case of cancellations.
We have coordinated an additional room block with Lakeside Lodge which is 6-minutes away from Campbell’s. To book within our room block, please contact Lakeside 509-682-4396 and reference the Washington State Hospital Association room block.

Thank You to our Event Sponsors!

Rural Quality Roundtable - Columbia County Health
2026-07-15 10:00 - 14:00
Topic: Workplace Violence
10:00am – 2:00pm
Agenda to include: lunch, hospital tour, QI topic
Register here

While rural hospitals are the primary audience, urban hospitals in the region are welcome to attend. WSHA member hospitals only

Rural Quality Roundtable - North Valley Hospital
2026-08-14 10:00 - 14:00
Topic: Substance Use Disorder
10:00am – 2:00pm
Agenda to include: lunch, hospital tour, QI topic
Register here

While rural hospitals are the primary audience, urban hospitals in the region are welcome to attend. WSHA member hospitals only

External Event: 2026 ADAI Symposium
2026-09-18 09:00 - 16:00
This external webinar is hosted by University of Washington Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute.
The Dose Makes the Poison: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome Goes Mainstream
September 18, 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm PT | FREE EVENT

Attend virtually or in person at the UW Tower Auditorium in Seattle
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is becoming increasingly visible in clinical settings, but many providers are navigating diagnosis, treatment, and patient communication without clear guidance.
In a recent survey of Washington State healthcare providers, 70% reported treating patients experiencing severe abdominal pain, persistent nausea, retching, and relentless vomiting associated with heavy cannabis use. Patients may not recognize cannabis as the cause of their symptoms, or may be skeptical that CHS exists at all, making effective care even more challenging.

View program | Register | Submit abstract for a digital poster (due Aug 18)
Join the UW Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI) on September 18, 2026, to for this FREE one-day symposium about:

What we know about CHS in Washington State and the U.S.—prevalence in hospitals, emergency departments, and community settings
Recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and management across healthcare settings
Policy strategies to reduce CHS and clinical strategies to increase CHS awareness and acceptance

Whether you work in primary care, emergency medicine, behavioral health, nursing, pharmacy, or public health, this symposium will help you better understand, recognize, manage, and communicate about this important cannabis-related health condition.

CME accreditation pending for providers; Certificate of attendance available for both in-person and virtual attendees

2026 WSHA CEO Retreat
2026-10-14 - 2026-10-16
Audience: WSHA Member Hospital & Health System CEOs, Administrators & Site Leaders
Attire: Resort Casual
Register here

Featured Speakers

Jon Carmichael

Katherine Meese, PhD

Dr. Stephen Klasko

Event Agenda
Wednesday, October 14
5:30 – 6:30 pm: PAC Appreciation Happy Hour
6:30 – 8:30 pm: Welcome Dinner + WSHA Annual Member Business Meeting
Thursday, October 15
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:05 – 10:05 am: The Eclipse Mindset: How to Prepare for the Moments That Change Everything, Jon Carmichael
10:05 am – 10:45m: Engagement Circles: Applying the Eclipse Mindset to the hardest decisions, pressures and opportunities facing your organizations
10:45 – 11:00 am: Break
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Working With Boards Who Expect Magic in the Face of Major External Changes
12:00 – 1:00 pm: Networking Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm: We CAN Fix Healthcare – The Future is NOW, Dr. Stephen Klasko
2:00 – 2:30 pm: Engagement Circles: TBA
5:00 – 8:00 pm: Dinner + Team Building Activities at Sigillo Cellars
Friday, October 16
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 – 10:30 am: The Human Margin: Foundations of Trust*, Katherine Meese
*Session is eligible for in-person ACHE credit
10:30 – 11:00 am: Engagement Circles: Using the Human Margin to create focused leadership actions
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Hot Public Policy Issues at the State & Federal Level Ahead of 2027 Session
Lodging
Please visit this link to book within our WSHA room block.
Group Code: 66701A | Group Name: WSHA CEO Retreat 2026
If you need assistance or would like to book via phone, please contact the Salish Lodge Group Rooms Coordinator, Jaeson at 1.800.272.5474, JBloom@salishlodge.com
Salish Lodging must be secured by 9/12/26. Rooms are limited.
In the event lodging is not available at Salish Lodge, we recommend Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel (425) 888-1234 or Snoqualmie Inn (425) 363-3888 as a nearby options. Reservations to be made independently.
Parking
Salish Lodge valet is included for all overnight guests. Parking is complimentary across the street for day guests. Please note that the parking lot adjacent to the Lodge for the park is a pay-to-park.

Thank You, Sponsors!

Safe Deliveries Roadmap Fall Conference
2026-11-05 08:30 - 15:30 | Conference Center at SeaTac, 17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA, 98158, United States
Join us for the annual Safe Deliveries Roadmap Fall Conference
This is a hybrid conference- we welcome in person & online attendees.
Once you register for the conference, you will receive a calendar hold from the WSHA calendar, which will contain additional details.

Registration & additional details coming soon!

Healthcare Governance and Executive Leadership Symposium
2027-05-06 - 2027-05-07
Aligning Boards and Executive Leadership to advance clinical excellence.
Registration will open Fall 2026
Individual: $249/person
Group (5+): $199/person
Audience: Hospital & Health System Executive Leadership & Board Members
Location: Hotel Interurban (223 Andover Park E, Tukwila, WA 98188)

Event Agenda
Thursday, May 6
5:00 – 7:00 pm: Welcome Reception
Friday, May 7
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 – 9:15 am: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:15 – 10:15 am: Criminalizing Errors, RaDonda Vaught
10:15 am – 11:00 am: Member Panel, title TBA
11:00 – 11:15 am: Networking Break
11:15 am – 12:15 pm: Understanding CMS’s New Patient Safety Structural Measures: What Boards Need to Know, Invited Guest TBA
12:15 – 1:15 pm: Lunch
1:15 – 2:00 pm: Member Panel, title TBA
2:00 – 3:00 pm: Programming TBA

Lodging
Group Code: 66405A
Group Name: WSHA
Please visit this link to book within our WSHA room block.
Hotel Interurban lodging must be secured by 4/05/27. Rooms are limited.

2027 WSHA & AWPHD Rural Hospital Leadership Conference
2027-06-27 - 2027-06-30
Audience: Rural & Public Hospital District C-Suite Leaders, Board Members, Trustees, and Commissioners
Attire: Resort Casual
Registration scheduled to launch in spring of 2027

Conference Agenda (subject to change)
Sunday, June 27
4:00 – 7:00 pm: Registration
Monday, June 28
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Conference Programming
12:00 pm: Networking Lunch
4:00 – 5:00 pm: Reception on the Terrace (conference attendees only)
Tuesday, June 29
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am – 2:00 pm: Conference Programming
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm: CEO & Board Chair Lunch#
5:00 – 7:00 pm: BBQ on the Beach*
*BBQ on the Beach guest policy: Every conference registration includes one 21+ BBQ on the Beach guest. Additional 21+ BBQ on the Beach guests require the purchase of a guest ticket ($50). There is no charge for BBQ on the Beach guests under 21.
Wednesday, June 30
8:00 – 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Conference Programming
# = Eligible for Governance Education credit.

Lodging Information
Please contact Campbell’s at 800-553-8225 to inquire about lodging availability and reference our group block number 656611 and block name: WA St Hospital Association. If they are sold out, they can place you on their waiting list in case of cancellations.
We have coordinated an additional room block with Lakeside Lodge which is 6-minutes away from Campbell’s. To book within our room block, please contact Lakeside 509-682-4396 and reference the Washington State Hospital Association room block.
