Thursday October 9, 2025
Benefits Summit 2026
The ASHHRA Benefits Summit is an exclusive event designed specifically for hospital and health system benefits leaders to engage in interactive sessions and peer-sharing aimed at advancing benefits and employee well-being programs.
The 2026 Benefits Summit will be held on
Jan. 28-30, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn.
Invited attendees will be provided with:
Complimentary registration
Travel reimbursement (up to $500)
Accommodations at The Bankers Alley Hotel Nashville
All meals and entertainment
Opportunities to strategize and network with healthcare HR peers from across the country.
Complete the Attendee Interest Form if you are interested in attending the 2026 Benefits Summit.
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Wednesday, Jan. 28
- Check-in: By 4:00 p.m.
- 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.: Welcome Reception | Introductions
- 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.: Dinner
Thursday, Jan. 30
- 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.: Education
- 10:00 – 10:10 a.m.: Break
- 10:10 – 10:55 a.m.: Education
- 10:55 – 11:05 a.m.: Break
- 11:05 – 11:50 a.m.: Education
- 11:50 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Break
- 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.: Education
- 12:45 – 2:15 p.m.: Lunch/Roundtable
- 2:15 – 3:00 p.m.: Education
- 3:00 – 3:10 p.m.: Break
- 3:10 – 3:55 p.m.: Education
- 3:55 – 4:15 p.m.: Debrief Topics, Open Forum
- 4:15 – 6:15 p.m.: Mental Refresh
- 6:15 p.m.: Walk to dinner venue
- 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.: Dinner (Off-site)
Friday, Jan. 29
- 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.: Roundtable Discussion
- 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.: Final comments/Adjournment
Schedule-at-a-Glance subject to change.
FAQs
How are accommodations handled?
ASHHRA will make reservations for all selected participants at The Bankers Alley Hotel Nashville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, and cover room and tax for two nights (Wedneday and Thursday night).
Attendees will have the option to extend their stay beyond the two nights covered by ASHHRA at their own expense. Details on how to do so will be provided by ASHHRA.
Who is eligible to apply for the Benefits Summit?
All healthcare HR benefits leaders are encouraged to apply. ASHHRA receives many qualified applicants and will accommodate as many attendees as possible. Submission of your application does not guarantee an invitation. ASHHRA’s goal is a diverse attendee pool and selection will be based on geographic location, system/organization, region/market, site/location and specialty. Preference will be given to ASHHRA members.
Can I apply if a colleague at my organization also applied?
Who will be in attendance?
Expect an intimate group of approximately 35 of your fellow healthcare HR benefits administrators. Attendees will be joined by ASHHRA staff and representatives from host companies. The roster will be shared with confirmed attendees.
What is the attendee experience like?
Attendees will be hosted at The Bankers Alley Hotel Nashville, where much of the program will also take place. The event will begin with a welcome reception on the first night, followed by dinner. Day two will consist of networking, roundtables, hosted education with meals, and a dinner in the evening. The event will conclude on day three over breakfast to give attendees one more opportunity to connect with final discussions.
What are the benefits of attending?
If I am selected to attend, what expenses are covered by ASHHRA?
ASHHRA will make reservations for attendees at the host hotel and cover room and tax for two nights. All meals will be provided, beginning with the welcome reception on the first day to the breakfast on the third day. Attendees will be provided with an expense reimbursement form for travel expenses, for which ASHHRA will cover up to $500 for travel (airfare, ground transportation, parking, etc.). Attendees will be responsible for all other incidentals beyond these covered expenses.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, you have the option to extend your stay at the host hotel. The event is adjacent to a weekend, giving attendees an opportunity to extend their visit to Nashville before or after their session. The hotel will make every effort to accommodate these extensions, including offering the group rate, however, this is not guaranteed. If you would like to extend your stay beyond the two nights covered by ASHHRA, you may contact ASHHRA on how to do so.
What is the recommended attire?
Recommended attire is business casual along with comfortable walking shoes. Layers are recommended as the temperature in the rooms may fluctuate.
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