HFMA Michigan Great Lakes Chapter Update – March 2026 Chapter President’s Message Dear HFMA Michigan Great Lakes Chapter Members, The work we do in healthcare finance has never been more consequential. Across our organizations, leaders are navigating margin pressure, regulatory shifts, workforce constraints, accelerating technology, and rising expectations for value and transparency. The environment is complex — but it is also filled with opportunity. Moments like this require clarity of purpose, disciplined stewardship, and the courage to evolve. This season aligns with the celebration of the Lunar New Year — a tradition rooted in renewal, intention, and strategic preparation. In the Year of the Snake, symbolism centers on wisdom, discernment, and thoughtful transformation. Progress is not reactive; it is measured and deliberate. That mindset mirrors what healthcare financial leadership demands today. As we move through 2026, our Michigan Great Lakes Chapter is embracing that same forward-looking spirit. We are strengthening enterprise engagement across our region, expanding our Leaders in Action programming, deepening collaboration within Region 6, and creating meaningful opportunities for professional growth at every career stage. Our aim is not simply to convene — it is to cultivate leaders prepared to shape the future of healthcare finance. The path ahead will require resilience, innovation, and partnership across disciplines and organizations. HFMA’s strength lies in our collective expertise and shared commitment to integrity. Sound financial management remains foundational to advancing patient care and sustaining the communities we serve. This season invites each of us to think intentionally about our impact. What capabilities must we build to meet tomorrow’s demands? Where can we challenge legacy thinking and champion smarter, more sustainable solutions? Renewal is not passive — it is purposeful. It requires leadership. I am confident in the talent and dedication within our chapter. Together, we will continue to elevate our profession, strengthen our organizations, and contribute meaningfully to the future of healthcare. Thank you for your engagement and your leadership. I look forward to the progress we will make together in the year ahead.   Warm Regards,   Courtney Guernsey, FHFMA, EHRC, CRCR President, HFMA Michigan Great Lakes Chapter Welcome to our 2026-2027 Board of Directors! Congratulations to our newly appointed 2026-2027 Board of Directors! Under the upcoming leadership of Nichole Niesen, we are excited to see the impact that this group makes for the future of our HFMA chapter. Thank you to Nicole Niesen (Corewell Health), Hannah Perez (Corewell Health), Bill Bollinger (GetixHealth/Americollect), Joey Grahek (Plante Moran), Marcus Lewis (Corewell Health), Courtney Snell (Healthrise), Kathy Bangert (Corewell Health), and Heather Velaga (University of Michigan Health) for your continued dedication and investment in the success of Michigan Great Lakes HFMA.  Quarterly Welcome Calls for New Members Did you know HFMA hosts quarterly Welcome Calls for new members? These sessions are a great way to learn what’s available through HFMA and how to plug into opportunities that support professional growth, meaningful connections, and leadership development. If you’re new to HFMA—or know someone who is—this is an excellent place to start! Interested? Reach out to migreatlakes@hfmalocal.org to learn more. 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Upcoming Events - MIGL Chapter Michigan Great Lakes HFMA TopGolf Networking Event - March 13, 2026 Michigan Great Lakes HFMA Webinar: Leaders in Action: Pitching Your Idea or Proposal to the C-Suite  -  March 26, 2026 (Register Here) Michigan Great Lakes HFMA 2026 Women In Leadership Conference - April 22nd, 2026 (Register Here) Michigan Great Lakes HFMA 2026 Spring Fling Event - May 19th & May 20, 2026 (More Information to Come) Michigan Great Lakes HFMA Day at the Capitol - December 4th, 2026 Michigan Great Lakes HFMA 2025 Annual Sponsorship (Register Here) Upcoming Education and Programming - Region 6 Northwest Ohio HFMA Webinar: The NOA Advantage: Automations That Recover Workforce Hours and Prevent Revenue Loss - March 10th, 2026 (Register Here) Central Ohio HFMA 2026 Spring Conference: Keeping Pace with Patients, Policy and Payers - March 12th 2026 (Register Here) Northeast Ohio HFMA Presents Healthcare Finance Forum: From PFS, RCM, to AI & Beyond - March 12th, 2026 (Register Here) Southern Ohio HFMA Virtual Lunch and Learn: Healthcare Innovation in Practice and Policy - March 24th & March 25th, 2026 (Register Here) Southern Ohio HFMA 2026 Women in Leadership - May 7th, 2026  Central Ohio HFMA 2026 Women in Leadership Conference - May 11th, 2026 Northeast Ohio HFMA Women in Leadeship - May 19th, 2026 Region 6 HMFA Conference - September 23rd-September 25th at Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (More information coming soon) Sponsorship Opportunities We have built a sponsorship program to hopefully meet all of your needs. 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