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Golf Tournament - Golfer		5/7/2024	5/7/2024	9:00 AM	Not Specified	5/7/2024 9:00 AM - Not Specified
VSHE Annual Conference Rise and Run/Walk		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	5:45 AM	6:45 AM	5/8/2024 5:45 AM - 6:45 AM Meet at 5:45am at the hotel main entrance (1st floor). Runners start at 6:00am followed by walkers. More details to come!!

Wednesday, May 8, 2024; EDUs 1-4

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EDU 1: Planning for the Future Today: Maintenance, Staffing & Process Improvements for Healthcare		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	5/8/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: David Trask; ARC Facilities Embark on the future of healthcare facility management in our session: "Planning for the Future TODAY." Address staffing shortages, compliance standards, and optimize equipment maintenance. Learn the impact of Facility Condition Assessments, navigate the risks of outdated databases, and uncover strategies to mitigate single points of failure in equipment knowledge. Gain insights into real-time updates for mechanical equipment and emergency gear, ensuring accurate inventory amidst constant changes. Equip yourself with tools for effective future planning, emphasizing precise equipment inventory and maximizing technician efficiency. Join us for practical solutions to navigate the complexities of healthcare facility management in a changing landscape.
EDU 2: Thermal Storage and the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	5/8/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: Mike Filler; Trane
EDU 3: Emergency Response Related to Infectious Disease		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	5/8/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: Chance Schober, Dan Bedregal, Aaron Main; First Onsite
EDU 4: What if CMS adopts the Life Safety Code 2024 Edition?		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	11:00 AM	12:00 PM	5/8/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Presenter: Lennon Peake; Koffel Compliance

Wednesday, May 8, 2024; EDUs 5-8

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EDU 5: Critical Accuracy in Piping Schematics		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	5/8/2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Presenter: Darin Horsley; HydroCorp Inc.
EDU 6: Geothermal - the Good, the Bad, the When, the Why, the NOW		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	5/8/2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Presenter: Luis Carrazana, UVA; Leslie Hanson, HKS; Lee Harrelson, CMTA; Josh Howes, Blue Energy Group HKS, CMTA, University of Virginia and Blue Energy Group, will discuss using geothermal energy in healthcare facilities. The panel will showcase three projects to demonstrate the feasibility of this renewable energy source. They will highlight the benefits and challenges of geothermal design, strategies for executing an effective energy efficiency program, and the importance of a comprehensive approach to sustainability. The team will provide insights into the technical aspects of geothermal design and how to approach the IRA credit and application process. Finally, they will discuss the timing of the project and the governmental commitments and processes required to make it a success.
EDU 7: Reality Capture Technology: Changing the Game for Hospital Renovations		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	5/8/2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Presenter: Cheryl Browne; W.M. Jordan
EDU 8: Understanding Smoke Control Systems		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	5/8/2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Presenter: Rebecca Parada; Dewberry

Wednesday, May 8, 2024; EDUs 9-12

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
EDU 09: Metrics Magic: Crafting the Future of Healthcare with Data-Driven Design		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	5/8/2024 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presenter: Sean Murphy; Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, Inc.
EDU 10: Future-proofing Healthcare Design Through Innovative Engineering Space Planning		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	5/8/2024 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presenter: Rory Creegan; AKF Group
EDU 11: Emergency Preparedness Assessment of Hospital Utility Systems		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	5/8/2024 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presenter: Dennis Ford; Atrium Health
EDU 12: Adaptive Reuse of Retail in Healthcare		5/8/2024	5/8/2024	3:30 PM	4:30 PM	5/8/2024 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Presenter: David Wright and Timothy Krawetz, Syska Hennessey

Thursday, May 9, 2024; EDUs 13-16

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
EDU 13: Air Filtration Optimization for Healthcare Facilities		5/9/2024	5/9/2024	8:30 AM	9:30 AM	5/9/2024 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Presenter: David Harris; Camfil USA
EDU 14: The complexities of VDC/prefabrication in phased renovations compared to a new build or vertical expansion		5/9/2024	5/9/2024	8:30 AM	9:30 AM	5/9/2024 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Presenter: Anthony Spafford; Gilbane
EDU 15: Speed to Market and Target Value Design for The New Harbour View Hospital		5/9/2024	5/9/2024	8:30 AM	9:30 AM	5/9/2024 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Presenter: Kru Jain, Molly Ironmonger & Ron Caswell; Champlain Architects, Hourigan, & Bon Secours Mercy Health
EDU 16: The Future of Patient Arrival		5/9/2024	5/9/2024	8:30 AM	9:30 AM	5/9/2024 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Presenter: David Sheedy, Melinda Pogwizd, Riley Alas; Kahler Slater, Erin Daniels; SSM Health - Wisconsin 1. Understand how technology can streamline patient arrival. 2. Identify the benefits of wayfinding and technology to enhance patient flow and satisfaction. 3. Understanding the importance of designing efficient workflows focused on the patient experience prior to engaging in building design leads to a flexible building that lasts. 4. Gain perspectives on how to design for accessibility. 5. Learn strategies on branding for culture, mission and vision

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

		Start Date	End Date	Start Time	End Time
Exhibitor Add-on Conference Admittance Ticket		5/7/2024	5/7/2024	12:00 PM	Not Specified	5/7/2024 12:00 PM - Not Specified The Welcome Reception is open to all Annual Conference attendees and Exhibitors. *Exhibitor (Booth) Registration includes (2) Conference Admittance tickets. If your company plans to have additional attendees, please register these attendees as Exhibitor Add-on. Any persons who wish to register on-site will be required to pay the $525 Exhibitor On-site Registration fee regardless of Exhibitor Sponsorship. Cancellation Policy**: If notice is received prior to Friday, April 19, 2024, all monies will be refunded less 25 percent of the total booth costs. If notice is received after Friday, April 19, 2024, no refunds will be issued on canceled space. No-shows are considered cancellations and are not eligible for a refund.

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