President’s Welcome

Welcome to the 2025–2026 Chapter Year!
Your new board is thrilled to kick off this new chapter with fresh energy and ideas! We’re eager to explore new ways to deliver the education you and your teams have asked for – and to find better ways to gather your feedback. Why? Because at the heart of it all, our chapter exists to support you – our healthcare finance professional – with the educational content you need.
And the best part? We get to have fun along the way – through networking, building lasting friendships, and collaborating with peers from across different organizations and areas of finance.
As I shared in my incoming address back in February: HFMA is what you make of it. For me, that’s meant 22 years of treasured friendships. These are the people I turn to when I need to talk through a challenge or toss around a new idea. And now, in this season of life, many of them are the ones who check in on me regularly. I encourage you to build a network like that—it’s truly one of a kind.
You might be wondering, How do I get started? The answer is simple: get involved—at any level. Whether it’s moderating a one-hour webinar, introducing a speaker, or going all in as a committee co-chair, there’s a role that fits your availability and interests.
This year, I invite you to ask, “What can I do to help?” and take that first step toward getting involved. I can’t wait to see what we’ll accomplish together!
Elaine Peeler
President NCHFMA 2025-2026







































