Metropolitan Philadelphia Leadership

Roles:

• Kristen Weetenkamp – Certification Chair
• Amanda Buirge-Vice Chair
• Trainings coordinator
• Certification promotion coordinator

Description:

The Certification Committee oversees the maintenance and expansion of the certification programs for the Metro Philadelphia Chapter.

Certification Committee members are knowledgeable, or willing to learn, about CHFP, CRCR, and all certifications, learning opportunities and requirements offered by HFMA.

Activities:

• Develop a certification plan for the chapter 
• Promote certification opportunities
• Answer member questions about certification and training
• Hold one or more CHFP and CRC trainings each, per year, using a course coordinator/trainer
• Work closely with the Enterprise and Education Committees to ensure that programs are aligned to support the goals of the Certification Committee
• Collaborate with the Communications Committee to highlight individuals that pass exams  

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours a month, year round, with additional time for presentations related to certification at in-person or remote events

Roles:

• Denny Henderson – Co-Chair
• Kristen Weetenkamp – Co-Chair
• Web Master – Reviews and submits content to the National Association
• Newsletter  – Creates and writes Newsletter for monthly/quarterly schedule
• Chapter Liaison – communicates with all committees to ensure all relevant information is shared with members
• Graphic Design – creates any graphics for the Chapter Newsletter, website, and/or social media

Open Roles:

• Social Media Manager – person to attend meetings and provide write-up of events, agenda and agenda and presenters.  Will also manage social media during the event and create a weekly schedule for posting on social media.

Description:

The Communications Committee oversees the Website, Social Media, local Philadelphia Chapter Newsletter, and any non-event emails. It develops and executes a strategic and creative communications strategy to successfully promote the Chapter’s Activities (Education, Career Building, Networking, and Chapter Involvement). It communicates with all committees, the National Association, and HFMA members to ensure key information is disseminated regarding upcoming events and other relevant information. The committee also assists with photography and registration during HFMA educational events.

Communication Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals from the Philadelphia Region

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year-round

Roles:

• Kim Rafferty – Co-Chair
• Trish Hayden – Co-Chair
• Committee Coordinator
• Event Volunteer Coordinator
• New Volunteer Coordinator

Description:

The Membership Committee encourages participation and retention of members. They focus on increasing engagement of Enterprise member organizations and their members and foster engagement among stakeholders in the Chapter.  Sustain and evolve the growth of volunteers within the Chapter. Ensures new members feel welcome and settled upon first joining HFMA and receive a welcome gift.  The membership committee organizes and facilitates the volunteers for in-person events and works to increase participation in Chapter committees for new and existing volunteers.

Membership Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals from Metro Philly. 

Activities:

• Develop and implement a recruiting and retention plan that aligns with the chapter board initiatives
• Develop and implement a membership survey for better understanding the
• Work with all of the chapter committees to ensure that activities and programs are aligned with the goals of membership growth and retention
• Work with all of the chapter committees to ensure that activities and programs are supplied with the necessary volunteers
• Welcome new members to HFMA and the Metropolitan Philly Chapter
• Meet up with new members and be a familiar face at their first few events

Criteria for joining: None

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round (committee member)
• Average 6-8 hours monthly, year round (Committee Chair)

Roles:

• Mindy Kilroy-Cauley – Chair
• Mentee/Mentor Interview Coordinator
• Lunch and Learn Coordinator
• Program Promotion Coordinator

Description:

The Mentor Program Committee pairs mentors and mentees with similar interests and goals, to aid in career development support or developing a skill or competency. 

The Mentor Program Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individual from the Philadelphia Region.

Activities:

• Develop a mentoring  plan for the chapter 
• Recruit and interview Mentees and Mentors and support their relationship throughout the year
• Promote mentoring opportunities and creates connections between mentors and mentees
• Develop 3 lunch and learn programs specifically for the mentees and the chapter
• Encourage participation of mentees in volunteer opportunities at events and on committees

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Michael DiLuca – Co-Chair
• Sarah Lewis – Co-Chair
• C-vent reporting (Financial results, discount codes, data analyzation)
• Spa-day Coordinator

Open Roles:

• Event Setup

Description:

The Metro Philadelphia Program Committee provides support to individual event planning committees by coordinating and facilitating the process and documentation of planning for educational events.

Program Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle, contract management, data analysis, human resources, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to chapter members. Ideally volunteers are from the Philadelphia and surrounding area.

Activities:

• Partners with each of the event committees to ensure educational programming is set up and of interest to the community
• Brainstorm and solicit program topics
• Collaborate with all other committees to ensure events run smoothly
• Assist event committees with venue selection and ensure the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate
• Liaise with national association personnel for event set-up in Cvent

Time:

• Average 4 to 6 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Shiny George – Chair
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Sponsorship Liaisons  All committee members will be assigned a group of sponsors as primary contact for any questions surrounding benefit, discounts and event information
• Sponsorship Coordinator – invoicing Creation and submission/resubmission of invoices to sponsors to garner payment for the annual commitment from each business partner
• Sponsorship pre-event communication Send email to each level of sponsorship reminding them to register and use there benefit throughout the year.

Open Roles:

• Event Day Speaker Liaison – Serve as point of contact for speakers the day of event to assist with registrations, preparedness, time assignments, etc.
• Speaker Development – Help identify and solicit speaker participation based on conference theme/topics identified by committee
• Sponsorship event support – Support sponsor logistics including set up and requesting them to provide speaker intros

Description:

The Sponsorship Committee identifies vendors in the market with an interest in promoting their company to the Metro Philly Chapter’s membership. We strive to find a variety of benefit options to fit the needs and budget constraints of potential chapter sponsors. We also coordinate with chapter leadership and members to communicate the value and commitment our chapter sponsors provide.

Sponsorship Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals from across the Philly Metro.

Activities: 

• Plan and execute an annual sponsorship campaign
• Determine the sponsorship benefit packages
• Solicit sponsors
• Verify logos and materials are received
• Coordinate and verify website promotion, electronic media promotion, and signage at events
• Monitor the sponsors utilization of the benefits and satisfaction
• Regularly follow up with chapter leadership and the sponsors to help ensure both the chapter and sponsors needs are being met.

Time:

• Average 15-25 hours of service during the year, with a concentration of time during the annual sponsorship campaign (July – January). This time will be spent coordinating the sponsorship activities including compiling a list of business partners for outreach, and soliciting those vendors, periodic check in with the vendors throughout the year in addition to various other items that may come up. One person from this committee will be expected to attend (listen in to) the overall programming group calls which are monthly (to help ensure sponsors are provided adequate speaking opportunities), and one person on this committee will be expected to coordinate with the networking committee periodically as well.

Roles:

• Joe Cunningham – Co-Chair
• Chris Niwinski – Co-Chair
• Event Lead –  Establish budget and oversee end-to-end planning of the event.   Coordinates all activities and ensures all committee members are supported in their respective areas of contribution.   Facilitates weekly committee member calls and gives consideration to other chapter events, sponsorship outreach and speaker coordination when timing event marketing efforts. 
• Venue Lead – Assist with venue selection, contracting, logistics, and negotiations.  Includes food selection, parking passes, table layouts, etc.    Includes logistics for head shots and any other day of activities, which may include lunch table topics, book swaps, etc.    Works with Volunteer Committee to identify day of volunteers to support registration,.   Ensure all day-of (registration/badges) are onsite for event.
• Sponsorship Coordinator – Coordinates attendee gifts, if applicable.   Coordinates with Marketing/Branding to recognize sponsor. Assist with Sponsor outreach to achieve target. Event may be unique and require direct outreach to potential event sponsors (begins 5 months before event).     Assisting with day of event recognition for sponsors at the venue (obtains logos and ensures all sponsors are recognized and appreciated for their contributions.
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead – Determine and schedule the networking events (e.g. post conference Happy Hour), collaborating with the Networking Committee.  Establish branding for the Event; coordinate with Communication Committee to assist with image development to be used on all branding.   Develop pre-meeting promotional content to include Speaker Highlights, Session Highlights, etc. to be used in cVent site,  LinkedIn promotions, Social Networking, Chapter Newsletters, Chapter Emails, etc. to drive conference attendance.  Collaborate with chapter Communications and Program committees.   Creates sponsor poster boards, thank you cards and any other promotional materials.   Conduct outreach to past attendees and speakers who are non-members to invite them to attend and promote the event.
• Event Marketing /Branding – Establish branding for the Event; coordinate with Communication Committee to assist with image development to be used on all branding.   Develop pre-meeting promotional content to include Speaker Highlights, Session Highlights, etc. to be used in cVent site,  LinkedIn promotions, Social Networking, Chapter Newsletters, Chapter Emails, etc. to drive conference attendance.  Collaborate with chapter Communications and Program committees.   Creates sponsor poster boards, thank you cards and any other promotional materials.   Conduct outreach to past attendees and speakers who are non-members to invite them to attend and promote the event.

Description:

The Accounting and Auditing Committee coordinates various aspects of the A&A seminar, from agenda topics, to speaker recruitment, to “day of event” tasks.

The Golf Tournament/ Spa day Committee plans the annual golf outing for the Metro Philly Chapter.

Accounting and Auditing Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals from the Philadelphia Region.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a full day golf tournament and Spa day
• Collaborate with Sponsorship Committee for recruiting event sponsors
• Assist on-site the day of the golf tournament and ensure registration and name tags are set up
• Greet, register and instruct players as they arrive
• Collect any fees still due and sell raffle tickets
• Perform announcements /Put up signage for hole sponsors
• Ensure food and beverage are delivered
• Thank sponsors
• Assist with awards presentation, etc.

Time:

• Average 3-4 hours monthly, November-April, for planning
• All day during the tournament for 2 volunteers
• 2 hours at the start of the tournament for 2 volunteers to manage registration

Roles:

• Paul Junker- Chair
• Bill Cogliano- Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Data Analytics Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly Data Analytics Conference.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live, full day event that includes focus on Data Analytics/technology
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Nicole Romano- Chair
• Nicole Orange- Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Fall Institute Committee plans and implements the annual Metro Philly full day conference, the chapter’s largest and most well attended event.

Fall Institute Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle, contract management, human resources, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and implement a live, full day event that includes general keynote speakers, finance and revenue cycle panels
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection
• Brainstorm and solicit program topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 2-4 hours monthly, March-September, for planning
• All day throughout the conference

Roles:

• Terri Donohue- Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Healthcare 101 Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly Healthcare 101 conference.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live, half day event that includes a broad focus of topics intended for early careerists and those looking to broaden their understanding
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Steven Honeywell – Co-Chair
• Mike Bradley – Co-Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Physician Committee coordinates various aspects of the Physician seminar.

Physician Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live or virtual half day event that includes focus on Physician Practices
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Provide speakers for the Fall and Spring Institute as needed

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Tom Morse- Chair
• Ed Frigo- Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Post-Acute Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly Half day Post Acute Seminar. Provider types covered by this committee include Nursing Homes, Home Health Agencies, Assisted Living Facilities, and Independent Senior Living Facilities.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live or virtual half day event that includes focus on Post-Acute
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.
• Provide speakers for the Fall and Spring Institute as needed

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Cassidy Cruz-Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Professional Development Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly full day Professional Development Conference, usually in January.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live, full day event that includes focus on Professional Development
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Adam Flade – Chair
• Scott Besler -Vice-Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Reimbursement Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly Reimbursement Conference.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a full or half day event that includes focus on Reimbursement
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round

Roles:

• Patrick Blewitt – Chair
• Scott Foster – Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Revenue Cycle Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly full day Revenue Cycle conference.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live, full day event that includes focus on the revenue cycle
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 2-4 hours monthly, March-October, for planning
• All day throughout the conference

Roles:

• Nicole Orange- Chair
• Nicole Romano- Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Spring Institute Committee plans and implements the annual Metro Philly Spring Institute conference.

The members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience but an emphasis on revenue cycle.

Activities:

• Plan and implement a live, full day event focused on finance and the revenue cycle for hospitals and health systems
• Brainstorm and solicit program topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 2-4 hours monthly, October-March, for planning
• All day throughout the conference

Roles:

• Sarah Lewis – Chair
• Margot Berg – Vice Chair
• Event Lead
• Venue Lead
• Sponsorship Coordinator
• Networking Event/Happy Hour Lead
• Event Marketing/Branding
• Event Day Speaker/Sponsor Liaison
• Speaker Development

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Description:

The Women’s Event Committee plans and executes the annual Metro Philly full day Women’s conference.

Committee members are a mix of provider-related and non-provider-related individuals with a variety of experience such as finance, revenue cycle operations, information technology, contract management, etc. to help pick topics that are relevant and of interest to the chapter members.

Activities:

• Plan and execute a live, full day event that includes a focus on empowering women
• Approve the budget
• Assist with venue selection and determine use for event (sponsor tables)
• Brainstorm and solicit conference topics
• Determine event agenda
• Determine and schedule the networking events, collaborating with the Networking Committee
• Secure speakers and speaker forms from presenters
• Solicit sponsors, collaborating with the Sponsorship Committee
• Ensure the communications committee has the appropriate information to market and execute events (the website, marketing, and presentation materials are accurate)
• Assist on-site throughout the event to check in registrants, hand out name tags, perform announcements, introduce presenters, field questions from members, help ensure AV is working, food and beverage are delivered, thank sponsors, etc.

Time:

• Average 1-2 hours monthly, year round