Registration
Registration for our 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference will open soon!
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Conference Registration Guidelines
Attendance at the 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference is limited to individuals from health care provider organizations, academic institutions, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, associations and approved business representatives.
If your organization does not fall into one of these categories, you will not be permitted to attend the conference. Registrations by vendors that are not permitted to attend the conference will be cancelled and the registration fee will be refunded. If you are uncertain about your organization's AHA membership status, please look up your organization on the AHA Guide website. You can also contact AHA Field Engagement at 312-422-3000 or email ahahelp@aha.org.
Business representatives may attend the conference only if they are confirmed sponsors or AHA Associates. If you are a member of the business community and would like to participate, we invite you to explore opportunities to become a conference sponsor or an AHA Associate. Contact marketing@aha.org for more information.
Sponsor Registration
All sponsor registrations—both complimentary and paid—must be completed through a separate registration process. Please contact Belinda Harvey at ahasponsors@tradeshowlogic.com to receive instructions on how to register as a sponsor.
AHA Associate Registration
All AHA Associate registrations—both complimentary and paid—must also follow a separate registration process. Please contact Jude Pierre-Louis at jpierre-louis@aha.org for registration instructions.
Health Care Provider Organizations, Academic Institutions, Government Entities, Nonprofit, Associations Registration
Registration Rates
| Early Bird by December 12 | Regular Rate after December 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care Provider, AHA Organizational Member | $750 | $800 |
| Health Care Provider, Non-Member of the AHA | $850 | $900 |
| Academic, Government, Nonprofit, Associations | $850 | $900 |
Fifth Team Member — FREERegister four people from your organization and the fifth attends for free. Add all registrants from your organization and the promotion will be automatically applied at check out. This special offer is available to Health Care Provider Organizations, Academic Institutions, Government Entities, Nonprofit Associations only. Contact ruralregistration@aha.org if you experience any issues or errors. | ||
Interested in receiving complimentary registration? | ||
Board Chair and CEO Intensive | Sunday, February 8, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This exclusive, members-only session is specifically designed for board chairs and their CEOs. Registration is limited to maintain an intimate workshop setting. CEOs must register on behalf of their board chair, with one registration covering both attendees.
Note: This AHA members-only session is limited to board chairs and CEOs. The additional registration fee is $599 per pair, and CEOs must register both attendees.
Emerging Leaders Bootcamp: Building Your Path in Rural Health Care | Sunday, February 8, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This immersive half-day bootcamp is designed to equip emerging leaders with the knowledge, tools and confidence to step into executive roles within rural hospitals and health systems. Through interactive discussions, scenario-based exercises and real-world insights from seasoned rural health executives, participants will explore the unique challenges and opportunities of rural health care leadership. Lunch will be provided.
The additional registration fee is $129.
San Antonio Riverwalk Excursion | Tuesday, February 10 | 4:00 PM-8:30 PM
Stroll, shop and dine along the winding path of the San Antonio River Walk for a uniquely Texas experience. Experience vintage and historical sites and learn their history while discovering new attractions, authentic boutiques and exceptional restaurants. Shuttle bus to and from the San Antonio Riverwalk departs from the JW Marriott.
Fee: $30.
Special Accommodations
If you need any of the auxiliary aids and services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact Bree Angelo at bangelo@aha.org with a written description of your needs.
Guarantee
In the unlikely event that we should have to cancel the event, attendees can request a full refund of registration fees or transfer the fees for credit to the 2027 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference. AHA is not responsible for any nonrefundable travel or lodging expenses in the event of program cancellation.
Registration Confirmation
All official registration confirmation emails for the 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference will come from an @aha.org email address. If you have registered and do not receive a confirmation email, or if you have questions about your registration, substitutions, cancellations or special accommodations, please contact us at ruralregistration@aha.org.
This proactive measure helps ensure that attendees can confidently verify their registration details and avoid potential phishing attempts. Thank you for your attention to this matter as we prioritize a secure and seamless conference experience.
Substitutions/Cancellations
If you are no longer able to attend the conference you can send a substitute, even at the last minute. If you must cancel, your request for a refund – minus a $150 processing fee – must be made in writing to ruralregistration@aha.org no later than January 8, 2026. Cancellations made after January 8 are not eligible for a refund.