About this event
The ACHCA New York Chapter’s 43rd Annual Summer Leadership Conference was held from July 20–24, 2026, at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino in Palm Beach. The five-day professional-development program, titled “Leading from Within: A Personal Leadership Lab for Managers and Leaders,” was presented by Ralph Peterson and focused on leadership habits, workplace stress, personal accountability and sustainable management practices.
The conference was designed for healthcare administrators, managers and other leadership professionals. Educational sessions took place at the beachfront Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, located at J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 81 in Palm Beach, Aruba. As the event ended on July 24, 2026, the listing should be marked as a past or archived event and should not display active registration messaging.
Event details
Event highlights
Schedule
- July 20–24, 2026 7:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m
Important information
Reservation notes:
Advance registration is required. Hotel accommodations are available through the official conference room block at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino. Registration deadline is June 15, 2026. Attendees must travel with a passport.
Where it happens
Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, J.E. Irausquin Boulevard, Noord, Aruba
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ACHCA Annual Summer Leadership Conference held?
The ACHCA New York Chapter’s 43rd Annual Summer Leadership Conference was held from July 20 to July 24, 2026.
Where was the conference held?
The conference took place at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, located at J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 81 in Palm Beach, Aruba.
What was the conference program about?
The five-day program, titled “Leading from Within: A Personal Leadership Lab for Managers and Leaders,” focused on personal accountability, leadership habits, workplace stress, emotional control, consistency and service-oriented management.
Who presented the conference program?
The program was presented by Ralph Peterson, owner of Ralph Peterson Management Services and a leadership consultant working with senior-care organizations.
Who was the conference intended for?
The conference was designed for managers, supervisors, directors and emerging executives working in demanding leadership environments.
What time were the educational sessions held?
Educational sessions were scheduled from 7:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday through Friday.
Were continuing-education credits available?
Yes. The program offered 15 continuing-education credits and was approved for 15 NAB hours.
How much did registration cost?
The published 2026 registration fee was US$569 for NYC-ACHCA or LeadingAge New York members and US$669 for non-members. Discounted rates were available for additional staff from the same facility. These were historical fees for the completed 2026 event.