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SEPTEMBER 28-30, 2026
Charlotte Convention Center - Charlotte, NC

Emerging Leaders Scholarship

Welcome to the fouth year of the Symposium Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program! This program recognizes individuals with less than 10 years (nonconsecutive) of experience in healthcare design and construction, including research and education, and offers valuable mentorship opportunities with industry leaders to foster growth and enhance career development.

2026 KEY DATES

Open for submissions – April 13
Deadline for submissions – July 3
Notifications made – week of July 29

RECIPIENTS RECEIVE

  • A Full Access registration to the 2026 Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo (travel expenses are not included)
  • Introduction to a member of the HFSE Advisory Board who will serve as an ambassador to help navigate the event 
  • Pre Event Virtual Meeting with HFSE Leaders and Advisory Board Members 
  • Welcome breakfast for all emerging leaders to meet each other at the beginning of the event
  • Recognition at the Opening Keynote at the 2026 HFSE
  • Recognition on a display board at the 2026 HFSE
  • Invitation to the VIP Reception at the 2026 HFSE with a chance to network with the HFSE Advisory Board
  • Post Event Virtual Meetings with HFSE Leaders and Advisory Board Members 
  • Featured in the October 2026 Leaflet issue

Any questions, please contact Jenabeth Ferguson

SUBMISSION FORM

You can download this document to prepare your submission.  All submissions must be submitted via the online form below. 

THE 2026 APPLICATION WILL OPEN APRIL 13