It’s hard to believe we’re already talking about Symposium season again.

Every year around this time, the excitement starts to build, but this year feels a little different. Registration for Charlotte has been incredible, and we’re seeing more people signed up at this point than ever before.

That’s exciting for our team, of course, but what I love most is what it says about our community.

Healthcare facilities professionals are busier than ever. There are projects to manage, budgets to balance, deadlines to hit, and new challenges around every corner. The fact that so many of you are making time to come together in Charlotte tells me that learning, sharing ideas, and connecting with peers is still incredibly important.

One of the things I’ve always loved about the Symposium is that it’s not just about the sessions or the exhibit floor. It’s about the conversations that happen in between. Sometimes the best idea you’ll take home isn’t from a presentation. It’s from a chat with someone over coffee, a chance meeting in the hallway, or a conversation with an exhibitor who understands exactly what you’re trying to solve.

As attendance continues to grow, those opportunities grow, too.

We’re putting the final touches on what I know will be a fantastic event. You’ll find industry-leading education, innovative products and solutions, and plenty of chances to connect with people who truly understand the challenges and opportunities shaping healthcare facilities today.

And let’s be honest, there is something energizing about being in a room full of people who are all working toward the same goal: creating better healthcare environments for patients, caregivers, and communities.

If you’re already registered, thank you. We can’t wait to welcome you to Charlotte.

If you’re still thinking about it, I’d encourage you to join us. The momentum around this year’s event has been amazing, and it’s shaping up to be one of our biggest and best Symposiums yet.

I can’t wait to see so many familiar faces, meet plenty of new ones, and spend a few days learning together this September.

Be well,
Jenabeth

Jenabeth Ferguson
Vice President, Symposium Director
Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo