The countdown is on! With the 2026 Rural Health Leaders Conference just weeks away and the registration deadline quickly approaching – June 16th!!, now is the time to secure your spot!
Join healthcare leaders from across the region June 24-25, 2026, at the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center in Pierre for two days of learning, leadership, and collaboration focused on the future of rural healthcare.
Last week, the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) shared just how impressive Day 1 will be (click here for last week’s article). Now, get ready for an equally impactful Day 2 filled with practical insights, innovative ideas, and strategies you can put to work immediately.
Day 2 features three outstanding sessions designed to equip healthcare leaders with practical strategies they can take back to their organizations immediately:
Working More Effectively with Your Board
Nationally recognized speaker Pamela R. Knecht will share proven tools and techniques to strengthen board-management relationships, improve governance, and help organizations focus on strategic priorities during challenging times.
Emergency Management in Rural Healthcare: Building Resilient Systems for Any Crisis
Matt Van Voorhis will provide practical guidance on disaster preparedness, emergency response planning, and building critical partnerships that strengthen resilience before, during, and after a crisis.
Partnerships for Success: Public Health and Healthcare Collaboration
Presenters Joshua Clayton, PhD; DenYelle Baete Kenyon, PhD and Shantel Krebs will explore the growing importance of public health partnerships and provide insights to help healthcare leaders navigate emerging challenges and opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world.
Don’t wait to register. The registration deadline (June 16) is quickly approaching, and this year’s conference is shaping up to be one of the most impactful Rural Health Leaders Conferences yet.
Registration Fees
- SDAHO Member: $200
- Non-Member: $350
- ACHE Pre-Conference Session: $50
Register online today: https://tinyurl.com/2026rhl
Don’t miss your opportunity to connect with peers, learn from industry experts, and help chart the future of rural healthcare in South Dakota and beyond.
