40th Anniversary In-Person Meetings and Networking Sessions (2026)

Key Dates

• December 15, 2025 - Hotel Room Block Open
• February 6, 2026 - Agenda Available and Registration Starts
• April 5, 2026 - Room block expires (or when rooms are sold out)
• April 6, 2026 - Early Bird Pricing Ends

REGULAR REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Following up on two years in a row of very popular events, we may have to close registration early. We encourage you to register now to secure your place.

LODGING: HOTEL ROOM BLOCK

We are excited to hold our event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Hotel at Biscayne Bay. The location couldn't be better with full window views of the bay looking toward South Beach. The hotel is easily accessible from either the Miami or Fort Lauderdale airport. The room block is now full but the hotel can help find accommodations for you. (See details below). Please reserve your room now to make sure you have a place to stay.

REGISTRATION INFO

Fees for This Event

Full Price	$1,350
Early Bird Pricing (Non-members by April 6, 2026)	$1,150
Early Bird Pricing (Members by April 6, 2026)	$875
Member Discount Pricing (After April 6, 2026)	$1,025

Program and Attendee Guide (pdf version as of 4/17/26)

Check out our convenient Agenda-at-a-Glance (pdf)

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

• 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Board Meeting (Board members only)

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

• 8:00 – 9:05 a.m. Networking Breakfast
• 8:30 – 9:05 a.m. Welcome and Presentation of NAHDO Awards
• 9:15 – 10:25 a.m. Networking Sessions:
  • 1A: Using Data to Inform Policy and Improve Care (Sponsored by hMetrix)
    Kyle Russell (VHI) and Katie Martin (HCCI)
  • 1B: Data Models for Analytics (Sponsored by Mathematica)
    Angela Taylor (Kentucky) and KeriAnn LaSpina (Mathematica)
• 10:45 – 11:55 a.m. Sessions
  • 2: Effective Data Visualizations 
    (Victoria Razin (GRTI), Alexa Medlin (GTRI) and Monique Cote (Onpoint Health Data)
  • APCD CEO Roundtable (by invitation only)
    Lee Spangler (Texas APCD)
• 11:55 a.m. – 12:55 p.m. Networking Lunch (Sponsored by Onpoint Health Data)
• 12:55 – 1:05 p.m. Wellness at Work
  • Post-Lunch Healthy Living Opportunity (Office Yoga) with Angela Taylor (Kentucky)
• 1:10 – 2:30 p.m. Networking Sessions
  • 3A: Analytics/Cost & Quality 
    Laurie Paxson (Kentucky) and Sara Hallvik (Comagine Health)
  • 3B: Data Quality & Validation (Sponsored by hMetrix)
    Kenley Money (ACHI) and Gina Robertson (Onpoint Health Data)
• 2:50 – 4:00 p.m. Sessions
  • 4: Data Integration
    Generosa Kakoti (Tennessee) and Leanne Candura (HSRI)
  • Hospital Data Forum (Sponsored by hMetrix and System13)
    Claudine Williams (Maryland HSCRC) and Josie Bechara (NORC)
• 4:10 – 5:30 p.m. NAHDO Member Meeting (Open to all attendees)
  Chris Krawczyk, HCAI (California), NAHDO Board Chair
• 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Beer and Wine Reception to Celebrate HSRI's 50th Anniversary
  Hosted by Leanne Candura (HSRI)
• 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Networking Dinners

Thursday, May 7, 2026

• 8:00 – 9:05 a.m. Networking Breakfast
• 9:15 – 10:25 a.m. Sessions
  • 5: Behavioral Health & SUD Data
    Kathy Hines (CHIA) and Mary Jo Condon (Freedman HealthCare)
  • APCD Council Learning Network
    Maureen Mustard (NAHDO) and Jonathan Mathieu (Freedman HealthCare)
• 10:45 – 11:55 a.m. Sessions
  • 6: Rural Health Transformation (Sponsored by hMetrix)
    Jessica Iben (DHIN) and Craig Schneider (HMA)
  • NED Talks
    (1) Cyber Security & Privacy Frontiers
    (2) Data Comms - How to Tell a Story
    (3) Disparities - Rural and other populations
    Kyra Morgan (Nevada) and Megan Denham (Mathematica)
• 11:55 a.m. – 1:05 p.m. Networking Lunch
• 1:05 – 2:20 p.m. Networking Session
  • 7: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Adoption and Use
    Maggie Mueller (CIVHC) and Kevin McAvey (Manatt Health)
• 2:20 – 3:05 p.m. NAHDO Board Recap (Board members only)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics for Networking Sessions may be reassigned based on interest and room capacity.

LOCATION & HOTEL RESERVATIONS

DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay 1717 North Bayshore Drive, Miami, Florida, 33132-1180

DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay - Experience Miami’s Waterfront

Ideally situated overlooking Biscayne Bay, our conference home puts you at the heart of Miami’s vibrant energy. Located next to the Venetian Marina & Yacht Club, you’re just minutes from the Kaseya Center and PortMiami. For your convenience, the free Metromover stops right outside the hotel, offering effortless access to the bustling districts of Downtown and Brickell.

Between sessions, unwind at the on-site spa, salon, or outdoor pool. And, of course, your stay begins with the signature warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie.

Exclusive Attendee Rates:

• Conference Rate: Starting at $257/night (plus tax) for Bayview King or Double rooms.
• Dates: Valid for arrivals May 5–7, departing by May 8.
• Extended Stays: Subject to availability, the rate is available for early arrival (May 3 or 4). Post-event stays (May 8–10) may also be available at a slightly higher rate.

How to Book: The room block is now full, however, the hotel may have some rooms available. Please contact Ms. Ana Zepeda at (305) 523-3310 or Ana.Zepeda2@hilton.com for assistance.

Block Deadline: Please book by April 5, 2026 to secure these preferred rates. 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship details for the In-Person Networking Event are available here. NAHDO's full prospectus has details on other sponsorship opportunities.