THA Welcomes the 2027 Class of Leadership Fellows

The Texas Hospital Association (THA) is welcoming its 2027 class of Leadership Fellows, bringing together emerging and established healthcare leaders from hospitals and health systems across the state for a year of professional development, collaboration and advocacy education.

Now in its second decade, THA’s Leadership Fellows program equips hospital professionals with the knowledge, skills and connections needed to become effective advocates for their organizations, patients and communities. Through hands-on learning and engagement with healthcare policy experts, participants gain a deeper understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes that shape healthcare delivery in Texas.

This year’s cohort enters the program at a particularly important time for Texas hospitals, with the 90th Texas Legislature set to convene in January 2027.

A Front-Row Seat to Hospital Advocacy

As lawmakers gather in Austin for the 90th legislative session, the 2027 Leadership Fellows will have a front-row seat to the policymaking process and the issues impacting hospitals and patients across Texas.

From hospital funding and workforce challenges to access to care and regulatory requirements, decisions made at the Texas Capitol have far-reaching implications for hospitals of all sizes and the communities they serve.

Throughout the program, fellows will explore THA’s legislative priorities, learn how healthcare policy is developed and gain practical experience communicating with elected officials and other key decision-makers. The experience will help participants connect the challenges they encounter in their day-to-day roles with the broader policy conversations taking place at the state and federal levels.

Building the Next Generation of Hospital Advocates

The Leadership Fellows program is designed to strengthen participants’ leadership and advocacy capabilities through four educational modules held throughout the year.

The curriculum combines policy education with practical exercises, including communications coaching, media training, leadership development and opportunities to engage with healthcare policy experts.

Fellows also collaborate on capstone projects, working in small groups to explore challenges facing Texas hospitals and develop potential solutions and advocacy strategies.

Beyond the classroom, the program offers an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with peers representing different hospital types, geographic regions and professional backgrounds. These connections encourage collaboration and the exchange of ideas while expanding participants’ professional networks.

Upon completing the program, fellows join a growing alumni network of Texas hospital leaders committed to strengthening healthcare advocacy and advancing quality care across the state.

Learn more about the THA Leadership Fellows experience and how the program prepares hospital leaders to become effective healthcare advocates.

Meet the Class of 2027

The 2027 Leadership Fellows represent the next generation of hospital advocates, bringing diverse experiences, perspectives and a shared commitment to improving healthcare for Texans.

As they begin their journey, THA looks forward to supporting their growth as leaders, strengthening their voices in healthcare policy and preparing them to make a lasting impact on the hospitals and communities they serve.

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Meet THA’s 2027 Leadership Fellows

View the class of 2027

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