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Get Involved

Our Committees

ACHE-NJ committees are the engine of our chapter — driving education, membership growth, and community impact across New Jersey.

10
Active Committees
17
Committee Leaders
100+
Volunteers

Committees are comprised of ACHE-NJ members and open to any active member who has an interest in participating. Committee involvement is a great way to build your network, develop leadership skills, and contribute to the chapter's mission.

Our Committees

How We Make an Impact

Education & Events

Plans and coordinates educational programs, seminars, and webinars that provide ACHE-qualified continuing education credits.

Louis Ruvolo, DBA, MBA
Louis Ruvolo, DBA, MBA
Chair
Khabirah White, MBA
Khabirah White, MBA
Vice-Chair
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Membership

Focused on recruiting new members, engaging current members, and improving retention to grow ACHE-NJ's membership.

Maribel Castillo, MPA, CLSSBB
Maribel Castillo, MPA, CLSSBB
Vice-Chair
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Sponsorship

Works with corporate partners to develop sponsorship packages and meaningful engagement opportunities.

Danny Demetrops
Danny Demetrops
Chair
Michael McLarnon, DC, MBA
Michael McLarnon, DC, MBA
Vice-Chair
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Community

Builds community and an inclusive environment across the chapter, developing programs that advance belonging and equity in healthcare leadership.

Anand Singh, MSA
Anand Singh, MSA
Chair
Michael Francis Jr., MHA
Michael Francis Jr., MHA
Vice-Chair
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Clinical Committee

Brings together clinician-leaders — physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals in administrative roles.

Sophia Brown, PhD, DBA, FACHE
Sophia Brown, PhD, DBA, FACHE
Chair
Michael McLarnon, DC, MBA
Michael McLarnon, DC, MBA
Vice-Chair
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Strategic Planning

Guides the long-term direction of ACHE-NJ, setting goals that align with the chapter's mission and community needs.

Lauriel Porter, MPH
Lauriel Porter, MPH
Chair
Mary Egan, PhD, MHA
Mary Egan, PhD, MHA
Vice-Chair
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Communications

Manages ACHE-NJ's brand presence, website, social media, and marketing materials to keep members informed and engaged.

Caroline Keller, MHA
Caroline Keller, MHA
Chair
RZ
Renata Zelvys
Vice-Chair
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FACHE Advancement

Supports members pursuing the Fellow of ACHE credential through study groups, exam prep, and mentoring.

Fatimah Muhammad, FHFMA
Fatimah Muhammad, FHFMA
Chair
Aakanksha Deoli, MHA, BDS
Aakanksha Deoli, MHA, BDS
Vice-Chair
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Information Technology

Drives digital innovation for the chapter, managing technology platforms, website, and data systems.

Harshal Shah, MHA, MBA
Harshal Shah, MHA, MBA
Chair
Gayathri Ganesan, MHA
Gayathri Ganesan, MHA
Vice-Chair
Anamika Desai
Anamika Desai
Member
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Mentorship

Connects experienced healthcare executives with emerging leaders through structured mentoring relationships.

AB
Anetta Burdzy
Member
HB
Hena Bajaj
Member
KW
Khabirah White
Member
LB
Luis Barragan
Member
RE
Rochell Estwick
Member
CC
Ceu Cirne-Neves
Member
PA
Paul Amajor
Member
DI
Dotun Ibikunle
Member
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Get Started

Join a Committee

Committee membership is open to all active ACHE-NJ members. Whether you're an experienced executive or an early-career professional, there's a committee where your skills can make a difference.

1

Choose a Committee

Review the committees above and identify one that aligns with your interests and expertise.

2

Express Interest

Fill out our volunteer form or contact us at info@achenj.com to let us know which committee you'd like to join.

3

Make an Impact

Attend committee meetings, contribute your ideas, and help shape ACHE-NJ's programs and initiatives.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Committee work enriches your professional development while giving you the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare leadership in New Jersey.