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President's Farewell
Oregon ACHE Chapter Update: A Message from the President
April 2026
Dear Oregon ACHE Members,
It has been exciting to see our chapter continuing to build momentum and expand its impact. I want to take a moment to share with you some important leadership updates, and chapter reflections and highlights.
Leadership Transition
This will be my final message as Chapter President as I will be transitioning out of the role due to a new professional opportunity out of state. It has been an honor and privilege to serve the chapter and to work alongside such a dedicated community of healthcare leaders. Serving this chapter has been one of the most meaningful professional experiences in my career.
During my own period of professional transition, I experienced firsthand the strength and support of the ACHE network. I encourage each of you, no matter where you are in your career journey, to lean into this community, build connections, and take advantage of the support and opportunities that ACHE provides.
I will be cheering on the Oregon chapter from afar and am comforted to know we are all part of a larger network of colleagues dedicated to advancing healthcare leadership and supporting one another along the way.
I am confident in the continued leadership of our chapter. I am pleased to share that effective May 1, Denise Hoover will step in as Interim President. Denise most recently served as Board Secretary. Cami Walker will serve as Interim Secretary. Cami served as the chapter’s inaugural Communications Chair and has supported strategic planning in recent years. Their leadership, along with the strength of our board, will ensure continued momentum and success for Oregon ACHE. Please join me in congratulating Denise and Cami on their interim appointments and supporting their work!
Spring Conference Highlights
Our Spring Conference took place in Portland on April 24 and reflected the strength of our chapter, bringing over 85 attendees together for meaningful connection, learning, and discussion on financial sustainability, workforce well-being, and early career development.
The day featured strong engagement throughout, with robust networking and participation across sessions. We also announced the launch of our new Student Engagement and Early Careerist Committee, reinforcing our commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders.
We were proud to recognize this year’s Regent’s Award recipients, Dr. Aurae Beidler, DHSc, MHA, RHIA, CHC, CHPS, FACHE, FAHIMA, and Raymond Hino, MPA, FACHE, for their outstanding leadership and contributions.
For the first time, we welcomed partner organizations with on-site tables, including Willamette University, Oregon Healthcare Financial Management Association, and Association of Medical Facility Professionals, expanding opportunities for connection across the broader healthcare community. Attendees also benefited from a complimentary resume review provided by Faubion Associates, offering a practical and well-received professional development opportunity.
2025 Year in Review: Chapter Progress
In 2025, the Chapter made great strides. I am especially proud of the board’s work on strategic prioritization and engagement and the foundational work to launch two new committees: student and early careerist engagement and sponsorship. Here are some other highlights:
• Education & Professional Development: Delivered high-quality programming across in-person and virtual formats, with strong satisfaction scores and sustained participation, including 12 hours of education and 8 hours of networking. We also participated in the first-ever multi-state stacked virtual event last fall.
• Partnerships & Visibility: Launched an inaugural partnership with the Hospital Association of Oregon, driving cross-promotion, and our first Oregon ACHE presence with a membership booth. We also developed a framework for sponsorship to help drive partnerships and chapter sustainability.
• Leadership & Governance: Strengthened board effectiveness through focused strategic prioritization and consistent use of performance dashboards.
• Committee Growth & Engagement: Expanded committee structure and leadership, including the launch of the Advancement Committee and new leadership across key committees reflecting strong volunteer engagement.
• Member Experience: Maintained stable satisfaction scores and strong alignment with our mission to advance healthcare leadership through education.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Board will continue efforts to build on this strong foundation and work to strengthen member engagement and deliver value-added services. Be sure to check our website and LinkedIn page for event updates and if you are interested in organizing one!
We hope to see many of you at our Fall Conference in October in Roseburg!
Connect and Get Involved!
We are always looking for members who want to get involved and help shape the future of our chapter. Whether through committee work, event planning, or mentorship, there are many ways to contribute. If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about available opportunities, please reach out!
Thank you for your continued engagement, support, and commitment to advancing healthcare leadership across our state.
Warm regards,
Wing K. Chan, MHA, FACHE
President, Oregon Chapter of ACHE
President's Report
Oregon ACHE Chapter: A Message from our Interim President
April 2026
Dear Oregon ACHE Members,
It is an honor to step into the role of Interim President of the Oregon Chapter of ACHE at a time when our profession continues to evolve and our members face both new opportunities and real challenges. I want to begin by expressing my appreciation for the leadership of our board and officers that has brought our chapter to where we are and for the continued engagement of our members across the state.
At the heart of our chapter’s work is a simple but essential commitment: to bring meaningful value to our members and to meet them where they are in their careers. Whether you are exploring healthcare management as a student, navigating the complexity of mid‑career leadership, or serving as a seasoned executive and mentor, our chapter exists to support your growth, connection, and impact.
Value means different things at different moments. For some, it is access to education that sharpens skills and expands perspective. For others, it is connection—to peers, mentors, or a professional community that understands the realities of healthcare leadership today.
As Interim President, my focus will be on ensuring our chapter remains relevant, inclusive, and responsive. We will continue to strengthen our programs, foster connections, and create opportunities for engagement that reflect the diversity of experiences across Oregon’s healthcare landscape. Just as importantly, we will seek your input—because the strongest chapters are shaped by the voices of their members. Look for an email from ACHE in your inbox now to participate in our annual survey.
Denise Hoover, FACHE
Interim President, Oregon Chapter of ACHE
Meet Our Chapter Leaders
Dear Oregon ACHE Members,
I am deeply honored to serve as our Chapter Secretary on an interim basis.
What ACHE Membership Has Meant to Me
One of the best professional decisions I made in 2022 was joining Oregon ACHE. The OR ACHE community and the people I’ve had the opportunity to work with on the Board and committees have been phenomenal. The chapter’s in-person and virtual programs are always timely, relevant, and interesting, and I’m constantly learning from and sharing ideas with colleagues across healthcare.
How I’m Looking Forward to Impacting the Chapter in This New Role
I’m excited to expand my role on the Board in an official capacity as Secretary. I look forward to supporting the Board with strategic planning and committee collaboration to help us meet our goals and continue growing the chapter’s impact. I’m especially looking forward to working alongside such a strong group of healthcare leaders to help strengthen and expand what OR ACHE brings to our members and community.
Cami Walker, FACHE
Interim Secretary, Oregon Chapter of ACHE
Member Recognition
At our Annual Spring Conference on April 24, Jennifer Will, FACHE, Regent for the State of Oregon recognized Dr. Aurae Beidler, DHSc, MHA, RHIA, CHC, CHPS, FACHE, FAHIMA and Ray Hino,MPA, ACHE with this year's Regent's Awards.
Dr. Aurae Beidler is an assistant professor of teaching and the healthcare administration undergraduate program director at Oregon State University. Her professional career has included serving as a compliance and privacy officer at Linn County Department of Health, Oregon Health Authority and Pacific University Health Clinics. She holds several professional certifications including the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) and Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS) from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). This year she added Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives to her credentials. She was granted the AHIMA Fellowship in 2023. She is also Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) by the Certified Compliance Board.
Dr. Beidler was recognized for her unwavering commitment to healthcare and healthcare education. A brief review of her credentials will tell you, she's everywhere. That consistent commitment and her ability to bring excitement and positivity into every interaction were recognized with this award.
Raymond Hino, MPA, FACHE is currently Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center. He joined Southern Coos Health District (SCHD) with more than 35 years of health care leadership and operations experience in for-profit, not-for-profit and healthcare district settings. Hino relocated to Bandon from Ft. Bragg in Northern California, where he served as the Western United States Vice President of Operations for PE GI Solutions, LLC, a company that partners with doctors in the ownership and management of ambulatory surgery centers in the United States. Mr. Hino has also served as the CEO of four separate district-owned hospitals in the State of California in both southern and northern California. Earlier in his career, he held several leadership roles in Texas, New Mexico, Montana and Idaho and in hospitals ranging in size from 25 beds to 429 beds.
Mr. Hino was recognized for his commitment to rural healthcare, and his service as a board member for the Oregon Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Mr. Hino is known as a selfless mentor, as well as a connector and collaborator, bringing together healthcare leaders from various backgrounds and agencies to improve health for residents of Oregon.
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