2026 Registration
April 15 & 16
HR Leading the Way in a BANI World
The National Association for Adventist Healthcare Human Resources (NAAHHR) is excited to welcome HR leaders from across our Adventist healthcare systems for the 2026 NAAHHR Conference.
This annual gathering brings together Human Resources and Talent leaders from Adventist Health, AdventHealth, Adventist HealthCare, Kettering Health, and Loma Linda University Health to connect, collaborate, and explore the future of HR in faith-based healthcare.
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Event Details
What: NAAHHR Conference 2026
Theme: HR Leading the Way in a BANI World
Where: Adventist HealthCare Corporate Office, Gaithersburg, Maryland
When: Wednesday, April 15 – Thursday, April 16, 2026
Conference Highlights
Attendees will experience two days of engaging sessions, meaningful dialogue, and valuable networking opportunities.
Highlights include:
Inspiring keynote speakers addressing leadership in uncertain times
Breakout sessions on navigating BANI challenges in HR
Best practice presentations from Adventist healthcare systems
Collaborative discussions with HR leaders across the country
Networking opportunities with colleagues and strategic partners
The conference will also include an evening group activity in Washington, D.C., providing an opportunity for attendees to build relationships and connect outside of the conference setting.
Travel & Accommodations
To help make your travel planning easy, below are nearby airport options and recommended hotels for your stay during the 2026 NAAHHR Conference.
The following airports are conveniently located within driving distance of Gaithersburg, Maryland:
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
7050 Friendship Road
Baltimore, MD 21240
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
2401 Smith Blvd
Arlington, VA 22202
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
1 Saarinen Cir
Dulles, VA 20166
Recommended Hotels
The following hotels are located near the conference venue at Adventist HealthCare’s Corporate Office in Gaithersburg.
Ten Studio Queen Rooms @Residence Inn Gaithersburg, 9721 Washingtonian Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878; $119/night plus 15% tax: Residence Inn Link: Reservation-Link
Fifteen King Rooms @Sheraton Hotel, 920 King Farm Blvd., Rockville, MD 20850; $129/night plus 15% tax. Sheraton Link: Reservation-Link
Ten Standard Rooms @Courtyard Washingtonian Center, 204 Boardwalk Place, Gaithersburg, MD 20878; $219/night plus 15% tax
Courtyard by Marriott Gaithersburg Washingtonian Center for 219.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Book your group rate for Adventist Healthcare Room Block
DoubleTree by Hilton Washington, DC North / Gaithersburg
620 Perry Parkway
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
301-977-8900. View your attendee website
Reservations Manager, Elba Guzman at 301-591-9908 or email her at Elba.Guzman@hilton.com.
Holiday Inn Gaithersburg (IHG)
2 Montgomery Village Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
301-948-8900