As community health centers navigate leadership transitions, financial pressure, workforce challenges, and rapid change, experienced healthcare leaders will share practical strategies for leading with both mission and sustainability in mind.
Leadership transitions are reshaping community health centers across the country. As new CEOs step into increasingly complex operating environments, the ability to balance mission, financial sustainability, workforce demands, and technology investment has become essential. At CHI 2026, Charles Webb, CPA, CHFP, Partner, AAFCPAs, will moderate a discussion exploring the practical leadership competencies and decision-making frameworks needed to guide health centers through this period of change.
What: The New FQHC CEO Playbook: Board Alignment, Smart Partnerships, and Sustainability
When: August 16, 2026, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
Where: CHI26 Community Health Conference, Aria Resort, Las Vegas, Mariposa 3 (East Level 2)
CE Credit Available
Health centers are confronting a period of significant leadership transition at the same time financial, operational, workforce, and regulatory challenges continue to intensify. This session will bring together experienced FQHC leaders to discuss how the role of the CEO has evolved and the practical skills needed to lead effectively in today’s environment.
Through real-world examples and peer-to-peer discussion, attendees will gain insights into board engagement, partnership evaluation, financial stewardship, technology and automation investments, and strategies for sustaining mission-driven organizations amid growing complexity. Participants will leave with practical approaches for strengthening organizational resilience, supporting long-term sustainability, and making informed decisions in uncertain conditions.
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For more than 50 years, AAFCPAs has advised healthcare organizations on the financial, operational, and compliance challenges that shape long-term sustainability. Our multidisciplinary team includes healthcare auditors, tax specialists, consulting CFOs and controllers, business process advisors, data analysts, and IT security professionals who help organizations strengthen financial performance, improve operational efficiency, and navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment. We serve a broad range of healthcare providers, including federally qualified health centers, behavioral health organizations, home care and hospice providers, nursing homes and senior care organizations, and private medical practices.
These insights were contributed by Charles Webb, CPA, CHFP, Partner and Matthew Hutt, CPA, CGMA, Partner.
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