American College of Healthcare Executives
Jennifer Connelly, FACHE, CAE has extensive work experience in the healthcare industry. Jennifer began their career in 2004 at the American College of Healthcare Executives, where they held various roles including Member Service Representative, Regional Services Communications Specialist, Regional Director, and Credentialing Manager. In 2016, they joined the American College of Surgeons as the Manager of Domestic Chapter Services. However, they returned to the American College of Healthcare Executives later that year as an Associate Director of Regional Services. Jennifer then progressed to roles as Vice President of Regional Services and Vice President of Volunteer Relations. Their work experience demonstrates their expertise and dedication to the healthcare field.
Jennifer Connelly, FACHE, CAE earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Iowa. Jennifer attended the institution from 1999 to 2002. Later, they pursued a Master of Science degree in Public Service Management at DePaul University, which they completed between 2006 and 2008.
American College of Healthcare Executives
For over 85 years, the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) has focused on one mission—advancing leaders and the field of healthcare leadership excellence. We are the professional home to more than 48,000 healthcare executives who are committed to integrity, lifelong learning, leadership and diversity and inclusion. With today’s rapidly-changing healthcare environment, ACHE remains more committed than ever to being the preeminent professional society leaders can count on to help them gain valuable knowledge to improve health for their patients and their communities. In addition, through an established network of 77 chapters members have access to networking, education and career development at the local level. Members also can earn the prestigious, gold standard FACHE® credential, signaling board certification in healthcare management. Through The Foundation of The American College of Healthcare Executives, excellence is advanced with ongoing research and education, including the annual Congress on Healthcare Leadership. Each year over 4,000 participants gather to benefit from groundbreaking research and thought leadership, policy updates, and actionable innovations championed by their peers. The Foundation’s publishing division, Health Administration Press (HAP), is one of the largest publishers of books and journals on health services management, including textbooks for college and university courses. ACHE is also known for its magazine, Healthcare Executive. Our commitment to educate, engage and inspire our members as they lead and serve hospitals, healthcare organizations and systems will never waver.