Leona M. Mininni, FHFMA
President

Hello and welcome to the website of the Hudson Valley NY Chapter of HFMA.  Here you will find a wealth of information about our chapter.  It connects you to National and all they have to offer as well. 

I would like to direct your attention to the following areas of interest:

• Click on Committees to learn what each do – and how you might contribute.
• While you are there, check out the Chapter Calendar.  Plan to join us for an upcoming educational or social event!
• Under News and Resources you will find Sponsor information, archived news and Newsletters.
• Certification is covered under Professional Development.  Events to attend can be found there as well.
• The Membership Center is where you get connected to National.
• Find out more about the leadership.  Reach out and let them know your needs.

Coming soon will be the current chapter budget, strategic plan and newest planning and measurement tool – the Chapter Balanced Score Card.

As far as chapter events go – this year is turning out to be our best yet.  I hope I had the chance to see you at the October Social in Peekskill.  It certainly was fun!  Or perhaps in November at the very well received Year End Audit Update?  If not, please do not miss our upcoming Holiday Brunch Session scheduled for January 17, 2008 in Fishkill NY.  The program focus will be Consumer Friendly Charge Masters and Pricing Transparency.  Scheduled speakers include two of our absolute favorites – Day Egusquiza and David Hammer.  A very special guest will be Mary Beth Briscoe, National HFMA Chairwoman.  Her message “Make a Difference” has been quite inspirational. The Cost report road show will come to town in March – check the web site for specifics.  This year’s Annual Institute is scheduled for April 10th.  It promises to be even better than last year!

We continue to strive to provide our membership with quality education, communication and a chance at participation.  Hopefully, we are making a difference for you!

P.S.  Don’t forget to Vote!  Cast your ballot for the new slate of officers and directors before December 17th!