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Member Spotlight – Lee Clinton, FACHE

Lee M. Clinton, FACHE
CEO and President
Titusville Area Hospital

Why did you join ACHE?

I joined ACHE because my colleagues, that held positions that I aspired to someday achieve, were not only members, but also held ACHE credentials.  This included my early mentor and various faculty at the University of Missouri where I completed my graduate degree.  In addition, my alumni association holds annual social events at ACHE Congress for alumni and students alike.  All of these factors made ACHE membership important to me because it was significant to the people I looked up to.

Looking back, have you been lead to opportunities because of your membership in ACHE?

Although I cannot say there is a direct cause and effect relationship, I’m confident that my membership and participation in ACHE and organizations that value ACHE membership has created opportunity for me. I believe the FACHE credential is respected, valuable, and worth maintaining.

What would you tell other professionals who have not joined ACHE as to the benefits of membership?

There are many benefits of membership, from the simple website functions of the affiliate directory and job board that membership provides access to; to the quality education and networking ACHE provides.  But to me, the most important benefit is the FACHE credential and the opportunity to show the competence of gaining board certification in healthcare management.

Are networking opportunities throughout Western Pennsylvania something that draws your attention?

ACHE of Western PA has done a fabulous job of providing networking and educational opportunities throughout the region to lessen the travel burden for those who reside and work out outside the greater Pittsburgh metro area.  Having served on the Missouri chapter’s local programing council in the past; I can appreciate the amount of effort it takes to coordinate an event. 

What would your words of encouragement be to early careerists about pursuing healthcare leadership positions given the ever changing healthcare environment?

It’s an exciting and challenging time to be in healthcare!  There is a lot of change occurring very rapidly, especially in Pennsylvania.  This will create opportunities and need for capable and competent leaders in the new environment.  My advice is to be engaged, gain experience, and persistently add value where you can in your present position to create growth opportunities for yourself.  Finally, make your bosses life easier.  Bring solutions, not just problems; instead of forwarding a huge email with a lot of data, add an executive summary.  Simple things that give busy people a few minutes of their day back go a long way.

Member Spotlight – Rob Jackson, FACHE

Robert C. Jackson, Jr., MBA, FACHE,
Chief Executive Officer – Grove City Medical Center

Why did you join ACHE?

When I started working at Grove City it was my first hospital operations job and the CEO was a huge supporter of ACHE and he made it clear that if you wanted a career in hospital administration you belonged to ACHE.

Looking back, have you been lead to opportunities because of your membership in ACHE?

Absolutely!  The value of networking with peers throughout the area is priceless.  A number of interesting arrangements and projects have been born out of connection made thorough ACHE.

What would you tell other professionals who have not joined ACHE as to the benefits of membership?

It gives you access to a professional community and network that you could never build on your own.  The colleagues you meet through ACHE live the ups and downs that you do and being able to pick up the phone and talk with someone who has been there makes all the difference.

Are networking opportunities throughout Western Pennsylvania something that draws your attention?

I personally try to attend as many of the Face to face education sessions as possible.  There is no better way to earn the face to face credits required for your fellow certification than learning from and sharing with your colleagues.

What would your words of encouragement be to early careerists about pursuing healthcare leadership positions given the ever changing healthcare environment?

Bloom where you are planted and make the most of every opportunity.

Member Spotlight – John Gennaro, FACHE

John Gennaro, FACHE
Director, Erie VA Medical Center

Why did you join ACHE?
ACHE connects leaders across the healthcare industry and provides ongoing learning in the ever changing healthcare environment.  As a young careerist in 1999 I choose to join ACHE to network with leaders in healthcare and grow professionally.

Looking back, have you been lead to opportunities because of your membership in ACHE?
My status as a Fellow in ACHE has provided me the opportunity to give back to the field of healthcare.  As an active member of the local Western PA Chapter, I have been able to share my professional experience and engage the community in discussion on Veterans healthcare.

What would you tell other professionals who have not joined ACHE as to the benefits of membership?
Join! No matter an early careerist or a senior executive, ACHE, provides a professional network of peers in your local community.

Are networking opportunities throughout Western Pennsylvania something that draws your attention?
Healthcare is ever changing and dynamic.  Having members who represent all sectors of the industry allows for adult learning which you cannot pick up in the classroom or a piece of literature.

What would your words of encouragement be to early careerists about pursuing healthcare leadership positions given the ever changing healthcare environment?
Be a go to player…If you feel uncomfortable with a stretch assignment or being asked to present…Good because you are growing professionally and personally!