AARC Summer Forum 2024
Join us July 14–16 in Snowbird, Utah for our annual Summer Forum event! This year’s unique mountain resort venue is a not to miss opportunity to have fun, network and learn from other respiratory therapy leaders and educators from around the globe.
Throughout the three days, attendees will pick from more than 30 sessions filled with specially designed lectures and symposiums, browse the exhibit area and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of their surroundings.
Meet Your Speakers
Cheryl Hoerr
MBA/HCM, FAARC
Rolla, MO
Lauren Driscoll
MHPE, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS
Bellevue, NE
Kimberly Clark
EdD, RRT, RRT-NPS, RPFT, RRT-SDS, RRT-ACCS, FAARC, FNAP
Cleveland, NC
Lynda Goodfellow
EdD, RRT, FAARC
Peachtree City, GA
Schedule Highlights
Day 1 — July 14
Opening Session: Welcome Address, AARC President Carl Hinkson MSc, RRT, RRT-ACCS, RRT-NPS, FAARC
Lecture: Inaugural Sam Giordano Leadership Lecture Series: Feedback Fusion: Tailoring Communication for Students and Employees
Session Topics: Supporting neurodiversity, creating meaningful learning, collaborative learning, healthcare executive presence, multigenerational workforce, maximizing financial acumen
5.02 CRCE Available
Day 2 — July 15
Opening Session: Jimmy Young Memorial Lecture: The Boundary Around Legitimate Examination Preparation
Session Topics: Translating CPG into practice, finding students, culture of safety, mentorship, AI to improve workflow efficiency, role of DEI in healthcare, how to teach thinking
Section Meetings: Leadership and Management, and Education
5.02 CRCE Available
Day 3 — July 16
Opening Session: Agency Update
Lecture: Dr. H. Fred Helmholtz Education Lecture: Reflections While We Erase the Chalkboard
Session Topics: Lean principles, Breathwise leadership, closing the staffing gap
Closing Ceremony: Are You Helping Your Team Members Grow?
3.17 CRCE Available
Location
All AARC Summer Forum meetings will be held at the Snowbird Resort in Snowbird, UT. With just a short drive from downtown Salt Lake City, you’ll arrive at the resort and experience jaw-dropping views and the feeling of being taken to a whole new world away from your usual hustle and bustle. Bring the whole family for hiking adventures, zip lines, aerial tram rides, an alpine slide, mountain coaster, three outdoor pools and even some wildlife viewing!
