ACHE of South Florida (ACHE-SFL) is the local official chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and provides members with educational programs, networking and volunteer opportunities, career and advancement resources and the ability to connect with healthcare executives.
Learn MoreAs a member, you'll join more than 48,000 healthcare leaders from across the country and around the world who are dedicated to improving health. If you want to connect with local healthcare professionals, join ACHE and select ACHE of South Florida as your home chapter.
Learn MoreWe invite you to attend the many events we host throughout the year, including educational programs, networking events, webinars, seminars and much more.
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As we enter the middle of August, it’s hard to believe summer is already nearing its close. As this letter reaches you, many are preparing to send their kids off for the first week of school. Wishing everyone—especially parents 😊—a successful school year ahead!
Our chapter has remained active throughout the summer and has many events planned for the remainder of this month and into the fall. Keep reading to learn more about some exciting highlights, and be sure to save the dates so you can stay engaged with our more than 1,000-strong ACHE of South Florida membership.
Before diving into the upcoming happenings, I want to share an important announcement: nominations for the 2026 ACHE of South Florida Board of Directors will open in September. All information and eligibility requirements will be posted on our LinkedIn page and our website at www.acheofsouthflorida.org.
If you haven’t already, I highly encourage you to follow us on LinkedIn and bookmark our website to stay up to date on all ACHE of South Florida news. These are the best ways to stay informed. Want to show your ACHE of South Florida pride? Check out our new Member Gear page on the website, and look for pop-up stores at select events.
Upcoming events can be found at www.acheofsouthflorida.org under the “Events” tab.
We’re already planning a fantastic holiday celebration to close out the year and enjoy the season’s festivities together.
Between all these great events, we’re also finding ways to give back to our community. Keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities that count toward the civic requirements for your FACHE. We’re close to finalizing a food bank activity and are exploring other meaningful initiatives, such as a Habitat Build. If you have any worthy causes or ideas, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Until I see you at our next event!
Brian Altschuler, FACHE
Chapter President
ACHE of South Florida
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Giving back. You don't have to talk long with Marcella Gravalese to learn that giving back is what is most important to her. Gravalese is the Vice President of Baptist Health Medical Group for the Palm Beach and Broward regions, and of her responsibilities she said, "We have about 200 providers, and I oversee full operations for 55 locations within the northern area. I have a multi-disciplinary medical group, made up of primary care physicians, medical specialists, and surgical specialists, and advanced practice providers who support those physicians and surgeons in caring for our patients."
She pointed out that there is considerable competition in the market, so she focuses on facilitating the best care for the patients and communities being served. That includes the snowbirds who come down during the winter months: "We want them to know they have the same quality care right here locally, and we can work with their providers."
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“Great leaders possess rare and invaluable qualities such as integrity, courage, empathy, compassion and an innate desire to do far more for the greater good than for self. They are visionaries who inspire and empower and are inclusive and collaborative in all things.”
“ACHE has been more than a benefit to my career, it has been the leading driver and foundation to my career and network.”
“The Fellowship (FACHE) designation is important because it adds a level of credibility to your resume. When interviewing for this position, it was a very important credential for the Memorial Healthcare System—it is considered the gold standard for leaders.”
“I became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) in 2015, because as I continued to take on more leadership roles, I wanted more professional growth and development opportunities. ACHE was a very well-respected organization, and several mentors of mine were Fellows, so it was something to which I aspired.”
“ACHE of South Florida has felt like family to me since I joined several years ago. It’s a privilege to be part of an organization of like-minded leaders who truly care about serving our community and making a positive impact on our healthcare delivery. ACHE has provided me with a diverse network full of knowledge and resources to maximize my skill set and contributions throughout my career.”
“ACHE of South Florida has helped me advance in my professional journey by providing the opportunity to learn alongside my colleagues in the healthcare industry, as well as expand my professional network. Lifelong learning is an essential element of continued development and advancement in this industry, and ACHE of South Florida’s educational programs have truly supported my growth in that regard.”
“ACHE has been a great partner throughout my professional journey. Early in my career, I sought the FACHE credential as a way to enhance my knowledge of healthcare management. I maintain my designation in order to stay current with all the new developments in our industry. Being part of the ACHE family is very rewarding as we nurture long lasting relationships. I usually call other fellows for advice while pursuing new endeavors, and I love connecting members with similar goals. As leaders, we should always mentor colleagues as well as young professionals and ACHE is the perfect platform to do that. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to make an impact in your communities, the FACHE credential is a must have, it will give you the skills and network to help you succeed.”