Event Format

In-Person Event

Date

Sun, Sep 27, 2026 – Tue, Sep 29, 2026

Type

Annual Conference

Event Host

Contact Information

Open To

Members and Non-members

Description

An American Hospital Association Conference: SHSMD Connections 2026

This annual premier event brings together health care marketing, strategy, and communications professionals to share ideas, learn from peers, and strengthen their impact.

Grounded in the credibility of the American Hospital Association and shaped by the SHSMD community, the conference delivers practical insights, real world examples, and meaningful networking for health care strategists.

Registration will open May 15. Sign up to stay up to date.

Who Should Attend

Hospital and health system professionals working in:

  • Marketing and digital engagement
  • Communications and public relations
  • Strategic planning
  • Business development
  • Innovation and consumer experience
  • Related roles in health care strategy

What to Expect

  • Practical and forward-looking sessions led by peers and industry leaders
  • Opportunities to exchange ideas and benchmark with colleagues
  • Tools and frameworks that can be applied back at work
  • Dedicated time for networking and collaboration

Learn More

For additional details about SHSMD Connections, registration, and programming, visit: https://www.shsmd.org/education/annualconference