Fall Leadership Conference

“Navigating Changing Waters”

September 26-27, 2024
Utah Valley Convention Center

Come experience…

*Education/Breakout Sessions from top professionals in the industry speaking on topics pertinent to right now! 

*Network with colleagues in the industry and our sponsors and exhibitors!

*WIN PRIZES!!

Hotel Accommodations:

This year we are providing reservation options for the Hyatt Provo located directly across the street from Utah Valley Convention Center. Attendees may book accommodations at any hotel of their choosing.

General Information:

Room blocks at Hyatt Provo will be held until September 6th, 2024 at 5:00 pm.  To ensure availability BOOK EARLY.  After this date, Hyatt Provo will not be able to guarantee a room or rate.

Group Name: UMGMA 2024 

ONLINE Booking Group Code: G-UM24

Group Dates: September 25 -September 27, 2024

All reservations will be made directly with the hotel.

Hyatt Provo Reservation Information:

• Group rate $169 plus tax per night
• 72hr cancellation policy for each individual reservation
• Complimentary hot breakfast for each registered guest
• Parking $10 per vehicle, per night in parking garage

Direct Link: 
Book HYATT group rate for UMGMA Conference

8:30 am               Welcome – Breakfast (Main Ballroom)

9:00 am               Opening Keynote Speaker, Olympian Bobsledder Johnny Quinn

  TOPIC: “Breaking Through Barriers” (Main Ballroom)

10:30 am             Exhibitors Networking  (Main Ballroom)

11:00 pm             AI in Healthcare Presentation (Main Ballroom)

• Yves A. Lussier– TOPIC: “AI in Healthcare, Inscribing Evolution since ChatGPT”
  • Yves A. Lussier, MD, FAMIA, FACMI is Professor and Chair of Biomedical Informatics at University of Utah School of Medicine. As a professional engineer and physician-scientist, he is an international expert in translational bioinformatics and a pioneer in research informatics techniques including systems biology, data representation through ontologies, and high-throughput methods in personalized medicine.

12:00 pm             Exhibitors Luncheon (Main Ballroom)

1:00 pm               Breakout Session 1 (Level 3)

• • • Dr. Darcy Carter & Dr. Cory Moss – TOPIC: “The People Principle” (Level 3 – A/B)
      • Dr. Carter is the Chair of the Department of Health Administrative Services, MHA Program Director, and Associate Professor at Weber State University
      • Dr. Moss is the Associate Professor and MHA Faculty in the Health Administrative Services Department in the College of Health Professions at Weber State University
    • Jeffrey Ainsa, LCSW – Sr. Director of Clinical Services, Mountain Region, evolvedMD – TOPIC: Professional Burnout and Work Life Balance  (Level 3 – C)

2:00 pm               Break/Snack/Exhibitors Networking (Main Ballroom)

3:00 pm               Breakout Session 2 (Level 3)

• • • Dr. Darcy Carter & Dr. Cory Moss – TOPIC: “The People Principle” (Level 3 – A/B)
      • Dr. Carter is the Chair of the Department of Health Administrative Services, MHA Program Director, and Associate Professor at Weber State University
      • Dr. Moss is the Associate Professor and MHA Faculty in the Health Administrative Services Department in the College of Health Professions at Weber State University
    • Jeffrey Ainsa, LCSW – Sr. Director of Clinical Services, Mountain Region, evolvedMD – TOPIC: Professional Burnout and Work Life Balance (Level 3 – C)

4:00 pm               Adjourn

6:00 pm               Mix and Mingle – Casino Night (Level 3 – Prefunction Area)

Casino Night is back with added tables! Join us at a welcome social for conference attendees to relax, laugh, and just have fun. We will have gaming tables, hearty appetizers, beverages, cash bar, music, and great prizes. Bring a spouse, date, or come alone. You’re sure to have a great time! *Guest/spouse additional fee

Friday, September 27, 2024

8:30 am               Welcome – Breakfast (Main Ballroom)

9:00 am               Business Meeting & Governmental Update (Main Ballroom)

9:30 am               Exhibitor Networking (Main Ballroom)

9:45 am               Exhibitor Prizes (Main Ballroom)

10:00 am             Closing Keynote Speaker, author and workplace strategist Jeff Butler

  TOPIC: “Effective Leadership in a Multigenerational Workplace” (Main Ballroom)

11:30 am             Adjourn

Conference dress is “Business Casual” for conference session on Thursday.  Friday morning session is casual.

Please email Paige Moulton at office@umgma.com with any questions