Thank you for joining us in Music City! The Tennessee Hospital Association extends a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us in Nashville for this year’s conference. From insightful sessions on advocacy, public relations, and marketing to the honky tonkin’ nights on Broadway, it was a meeting to remember!
We appreciate your participation and look forward to seeing y’all in Montana next year!
Thank You to our Event Sponsors!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27
BOBBY HOTEL
Arrive in the afternoon, Welcome Reception at Bobby’s Rooftop Bar (drinks and apps provided)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28
BOOTLEGGERS INN
Full day of APRE sessions, followed by an exclusive APRE Party at Bootleggers on Broadway with local food and live music (dinner and drinks provided)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29
BROADWAY
Final meeting sessions, then departures—or extend your stay and enjoy more of Nashville (list of great local bars, restaurants, and attractions will be provided).
Presentation Materials
Sponsor Presentations
- AHA | APRE Update
- BASK | LinkedIn for Advocacy
- BPD | Restoring Trust: Navigating Communications Challenges in Uncertain Times + Hospital Reputation Management Campaigns in Action (Tennessee and Connecticut)
- FTI | Cybersecurity Event Communications
Facilitated Discussion
Guest Speaker Presentation
Member Presentations
- Montana | Member Engagement and Reputation Building
- Oregon | Driving Member Engagement
- Tennessee | Newsletter Survey Results
- Tennessee | Conference Rolling Slides
One Cool Thing Presentations
- Cindy Samuelson, Kansas | Financial Awareness Campaign
- Christina Guessferd, Connecticut | Urgent Maternal Warning Signs Bracelet Initiative
- Kate Penn, New York | Member Spotlight
- Kari Hofer, Wisconsin | Stuck in the Middle
- Kyle Petersen, South Carolina | Reinventing the Economic Impact Report
- Lisa Goodman, Oregon | Reimagining How We Present Financial Data
- Lisa Tomasso, Rhode Island | Legislative Health Care Heroes
- Lucy Ciaramitaro, Michigan | Community Impact Advocacy Day
- Renee Wilde, Missouri | Project Management Liaison Model
- Stephanie Strickland, North Carolina | Heal the System
Agenda & Session Topics
- Presentations from your peers on hospital association communications strategies and best practices.
- Group discussions on hot topics, big wins, and innovative solutions.
Networking & Social Events
- Welcome Reception at Bobby’s Rooftop Bar – Meet and reconnect with colleagues while enjoying skyline views.
- APRE Party at Bootleggers on Broadway – Exclusive upper floor reserved for APRE attendees, featuring live music and local food.
- Explore Downtown Nashville – Walk to honky tonks, museums, and entertainment hotspots.
Hotel & Travel Information
- Bobby Hotel – Mention APRE during booking to access the discounted rate.
- Room Price: $309 per night excluding taxes and fees
- Conveniently located 10 miles from Nashville International Airport (BNA).
- Nearby attractions: Ryman Auditorium, Country Music Hall of Fame, Johnny Cash Museum, Broadway’s live music venues.
PRINTER’S ALLEY
THE ARCADE
Event Details
Location: Bobby Hotel, Downtown Nashville
- A boutique hotel with character, featuring a rooftop bar and a dive bar connected to Printer’s Alley.
- Across the street from Nashville’s historic Arcade, our first enclosed shopping mall – newly renovated and home to shops and eateries.
- Walkable to Broadway’s live music, historic attractions, and top restaurants.
