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Connections: September 2025 | Q3 Newsletter

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Last call! 2024 Chapter Awards Program vouchers due Oct. 31, 2025 

The voucher request forms for the 2024 American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) Chapter Awards are open! Below is important information on how to request the vouchers, which are linked below or can be accessed here. Note: The vouchers for the 2025 Chapter Awards will open in November.

Please note the following due dates for the voucher requests. Requests submitted after the due dates will not be fulfilled.

The quantity and types of vouchers given per each award status is outlined in the Chapter Awards Program Guide.

Contact Jenny Hull at jhull@aha.org with any questions.

 

New! ASHE Chapter Resource Portal 

The ASHE Chapter Resource Portal is now live! The portal is your one-stop shop for all chapter-related resources, tools, form links and other items. Access priority is being given to chapter presidents and support staff. If your Chapter has additional board members who need access, please contact Jenny Hull at jhull@aha.org. We will take these on a case-by-case basis with any additions occurring once all current presidents and support staff are onboarded. 

Important for Advocacy and Sustainability Liaisons: The ASHE Regulatory Affairs Team is refreshing the Liaison SharePoint site. Liaisons will receive access to this site in the coming months. This will be where you will access the quarterly call recordings, PowerPoint presentations and any other liaison-related information. More on this coming soon!  

As a reminder, we’ll be removing all chapter-related resource pages from ashe.org by the end of the year. If you do not have access to the portal, contact Jenny Hull at jhull@aha.org.  

 

Sign-up for the 2025 Quarterly Chapter Calls!

Click on the below links to register for the remaining 2025 Quarterly Chapter Calls:

 

Register for the October Chapter Management Webinar 

Join us for the inaugural October Chapter Management Webinar and hear from our speaker, Annie Storey, CAE, on “Building a Valued Volunteer Experience.” Learn about the three key motivations for volunteers and how to use these motivators to drive volunteer growth and engagement. 

Register for both of our upcoming webinars below! As a reminder, Chapters can utilize attendance at the webinars to meet part of the Chapter Leadership Forum attendance requirement. 

 

2026 Chapter Awards program guide available now!

The 2026 Chapter Awards program guide is now available on the Chapter Awards webpage. Chapter leaders are encouraged to download the guide and begin preparing the documentation for the 2026 Chapter Annual Report and Awards application. The portal will open no later than Dec. 1, 2025.

As a reminder, the only change to the 2026 Chapter Awards is the addition of the Chapter Management Webinar attendance, which Chapters can utilize to help meet the Chapter Leadership Forum attendance requirement. Changes to the 2027 Chapter Awards will be announced during the Q3 Chapter call on Sept. 3.

 

2026 Chapter Awards program guide available now! 

The 2026 Chapter Awards program guide is available on the Chapter Awards webpage. Chapter leaders are encouraged to download the guide and begin preparing the documentation for the 2026 Chapter Annual Report and Awards application. The portal will open no later than Dec. 1, 2025.  

As a reminder, the only change to the 2026 Chapter Awards is the addition of the Chapter Management Webinar attendance, which Chapters can utilize to help meet the Chapter Leadership Forum attendance requirement. 

 

The ASHE Election results are in! 

ASHE members elected Danielle Gathje, MBA, CHFM, SASHE, vice president, hospital operations at Fairview Health Services – St. John’s Hospital, as the 2026 ASHE president-elect. Gathje will serve a one-year term as president-elect beginning Jan. 1, 2026, and a one-year term as president in 2027. Visit ASHE’s website to learn about all the newly elected Advisory Board members. 

 

Call for volunteer SMEs to author ASHE monographs 

Are you passionate about sharing your expertise with the health care facilities community? ASHE is seeking subject matter experts (SMEs) to contribute to a new series of monographs on key industry topics, including: 

  • Capital planning for health care facilities. 

  • Best practices in facing staffing challenges. 

  • Due diligence in lease and building purchases. 

Who should consider this opportunity? 

  • Experts eager to share their knowledge. 

  • SASHE/FASHE candidates. 

  • First-time authors looking to get published. 

The first monograph is scheduled for release in 2025, with additional titles to follow in 2026. This is a great chance to make a lasting impact on the field — join us in shaping the future of health care facilities management! 

Interested? Contact Landon Hegedus at lhegedus@aha.org.  

 

New Live Training: Master the Energy to Care® Dashboard! 

Ready to take your energy management to the next level? Join our new live online training designed to help you set up your account and unlock the full potential of the Energy to Care Dashboard.  

These interactive workshops will guide you through: 

  • Adding and removing buildings. 

  • Uploading utility data. 

  • Exploring widget functions and capabilities. 

  • Live troubleshooting and Q&A. 

Whether you're just getting started or looking to optimize your dashboard use, this training is your key to smarter energy tracking. Questions? Contact Austin Wallace at awallace@aha.org.  

 

Start planning your 2026 Chapter Programs today! 

ASHE Hosted Programs offer a hassle-free way to bring high-quality education directly to your members — no minimum attendance, no deposits and no Preferred Education Provider application required! With expert faculty, continuing education credits and all materials included, ASHE Chapters enjoy the best rates and biggest savings. 

Availability is based on faculty schedules, so we recommend booking at least 90 days in advance of your desired date. Don’t wait — secure your spot and empower your chapter with impactful learning experiences in 2026! 

Request your program and dates online or contact Melissa Binotti Heim at mheim@aha.org. 

 

ASHRAE/ASHE Guideline 43 update 

ASHRAE/ASHE Guideline 43, Operations Guideline for Ventilation of Health Care Facilities, was published in May 2025. It was developed jointly by ASHRAE and ASHE to provide specific guidance on maintaining and operating HVAC systems in health care settings. Visit the ASHRAE/ASHE Guideline 43 webpage to learn more.  

 

Get ready to celebrate National Health Care Facilities and Engineering Week! 

Oct. 19-25, 2025 
Every year, in the last week of October, we celebrate the important role that facilities team members have in ensuring a safe and efficient environment for all patients, residents, visitors and staff within hospitals. 

Join the celebration by ordering gifts for your team and find out more details and ways to get involved on our website. 

 

FASHE/SASHE updates — applications open now!
Now with two application cycles annually — applications due April 1 and Sept. 1 — it's easier than ever to take the next step in your professional journey.

The Senior (SASHE) and Fellow (FASHE) designations from ASHE recognize active members who demonstrate outstanding commitment, leadership and contributions to the health care facilities management field.

  • SASHE honors members who have shown dedication to advancing the profession through leadership, education and publishing.
  • FASHE is awarded to SASHE designees who continue to contribute at the highest levels, reflecting sustained excellence and impact.

These prestigious credentials not only enhance your professional portfolio, but also offer peer recognition, career distinction and visibility within the industry.

With updated criteria and two chances each year to apply, there’s never been a better time to pursue this recognition. Apply by April 1 or Sept. 1 and take your place among ASHE’s most respected professionals. Apply today!

Amplify your impact — Become an ASHE member

While local chapters offer valuable community and connections, joining the national membership of ASHE unlocks an even greater level of support, resources and recognition.

As the largest association dedicated to optimizing the health care physical environment, ASHE connects more than 12,000 professionals who design, build and manage hospitals and health care facilities nationwide. From the drawing board to day-to-day operations, ASHE is with you every step of the way.

By joining ASHE, you gain:

  • Access to trusted tools, guidance and best practices that support compliance, efficiency and innovation.
  • Exclusive member benefits, including professional development, on-demand education and certifications.
  • A national network of peers and experts, expanding your connections far beyond your local Chapter.
  • Opportunities to contribute to advocacy efforts that shape the future of health care facilities.

Enhance your expertise, grow your professional reach and stay at the forefront of the industry by becoming an ASHE member. Join today!

 

Chapter resources

  • Updated Chapter Speaker Request form! – Chapters can take advantage of the opportunity to have your ASHE Advisory Board Member, the ASHE President, or the ASHE Executive Director present an ASHE update at your chapter’s event as one of the many benefits of being an ASHE Chapter. Submit a request for an upcoming visit here.

    Chapters who participated in the Chapter Awards program may have one professional staff present at any chapter event during the year of their award. Visit the ASHE Speaker Information webpage to learn more about available topics and speakers.
     
  • Chapter Calendar — Your go-to source for all upcoming ASHE due dates, calls and events as well as a space to share your ASHE Chapter’s upcoming events. If you’d like to add your event to the calendar, please submit a Chapter Calendar request.
     
  • Chapter communications and meeting recordings — Missed a quarterly chapter call or can’t find an important chapter communication? All chapter communications, recordings and PowerPoint presentations are saved here.
     
  • Chapter contacts update form — Make sure you and your Chapter are receiving all important ASHE communications! Fill out the contact update form when your chapter’s officers or support staff change, or if you need someone added to the communications distribution list.