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Hospital HR Professionals Gather at MHA Human Resources Conference

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Conference attendees seated at round tables listen to speakers at the front of the room during the MHA Human Resources Conference.
Attendees during the 2026 MHA Human Resources Conference.

The MHA welcomed human resources leaders from across the state for the 2026 MHA Human Resources Conference March 24 in Lansing. Attendees gathered for a day of learning, networking and discussions focused on the workforce challenges facing healthcare organizations.

As hospitals and health systems continue to navigate a complex workforce environment, the conference highlighted practical, actionable strategies HR leaders can bring back to their teams.

Throughout the day, speakers emphasized several key themes, including the importance of measuring what matters through data-driven decision-making, vendor evaluation and workforce metrics. Sessions also highlighted approachable leadership as a driver of trust and engagement, the growing urgency of workplace violence prevention and staff safety and the value of strong community partnerships to support employees and patients.

Attendees explored ways to engage and recognize employees, elevate authentic staff voices and use video storytelling to strengthen recruitment, culture and community trust.

Thank you to event sponsors and exhibitors:

  • AgencySync
  • HPS
  • Medical Solutions
  • Michigan Health Council
  • Northwood University
  • People Results
  • Pine Rest Employee Assistance Programs
  • Prolink
  • Salary.com

Members with questions should contact Erica Leyko at the MHA.

Healthcare Leaders Convene for the Return of the MHA Keystone Center Safety & Quality Symposium

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MHA Safety & Quality Symposium April 28 and 29 at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing, MI. 

More than 100 healthcare professionals gathered April 28 and 29 in East Lansing for the return of the MHA Keystone Center Safety & Quality Symposium. Attendees included individuals across the continuum of care including quality, safety and risk professionals, healthcare executives and person and family advocates who engaged in two days of sessions and dialogue focused on today’s most pressing issues.

Keynote speakers included Gerald B. Hickson, MD, founding director, Vanderbilt Health Center for Patient and Professional Advocacy and current chair of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. Hickson spoke on building systems that model respect while supporting safety and high-quality care. Steven Berkowitz, MD, founder and president, SBM Healthcare Consulting, shared insights on the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of approaching it with both enthusiasm and caution.

Breakout sessions over the day and a half event, addressed a range of topics including preparing for cyberattack-related downtimes, normalizing help-seeking to support workforce well-being, enhancing physical and situational security, strengthening caregiver support and improving access to care. The MHA Keystone Center Symposium also included the reveal of the 2025 Advancing Safe Care Award recipient.

MHA Endorsed Business Partner Tarian, led a Threat Assessment Workshop reviewing behavioral assessment models, techniques for recognizing people of concern, threats through formal and informal communication and how to counter potentially violent actions.

The event was sponsored by HPS with exhibitors from ERC Risk Solutions, i2G Systems, MED Alliance Group Inc., ModusOne Health, Novo Nordisk, Tarian and TruMed Systems.

Members with questions should contact the MHA Keystone Center.

Michigan HR Professionals Gather at the MHA Human Resources Conference

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MHA Human Resources Conference March 25, 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Lansing.

More than 100 healthcare human resources (HR) professionals from across the state gathered at the MHA Human Resources Conference March 25 in Lansing. Attendees participated in small group discussions that developed innovative ideas focused on workplace culture and community partnerships. The conference provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to network, listen, learn and collaborate on solutions to the challenges facing Michigan hospitals and health systems.

Attendees engaged in remarks from The Advisory Board on how Michigan hospitals can reimagine the clinical care team responsibilities by leveraging technology to deploy AI tools to collect vital signs and system integration with electronic medical records to automate charting. This gives time back to the workforce, optimizes care workflows and empowers the care team.

The MHA values the presence and participation of sponsors of the HR Conference, whose support strengthened the impact of the event. Sponsors were represented by a variety of companies and organizations involved in the workforce solutions space, including AMN Healthcare, Brogan, Executive Core, LLC, HPS, Michigan Academy of Physician Associates, Michigan Health Council, Salary.com, Vault Verify and Western Governors University.

Members with questions should contact Erica Leyko at the MHA.