ACHE of South Florida (ACHE-SFL) is the local official chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and provides members with educational programs, networking and volunteer opportunities, career and advancement resources and the ability to connect with healthcare executives.
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In an interesting turn of events, a television show started Laura Denoux on her career path in healthcare. Denoux, vice president & chief development officer at Holy Cross Health – a member of Trinity Health – had previously worked in sales and marketing for leading global companies in the technology and beauty sectors. That was until she became a contestant on the NBC reality TV show, “The Biggest Loser.”
“I was a contestant from 2008 to 2009,” she said. “When I went on the show and lost a significant amount of weight, I said, ‘I’m not going back to my old ways and old habits.’ I wanted to change my life and work in the health and wellness industry.”
The opportunity came when a friend who worked at the American Heart Association was transferring from the Miami to the New York office. She said they were looking for a sales and marketing leader with a passion for improving the health and well-being of the community, and told Denoux she thought she’d be a great fit for the role. “Sure enough I applied and that’s how I started in healthcare.” Denoux spent almost four years there as director of development, then more than 10 years at Baptist Health South Florida as director of development and corporate partnerships, and now nearly two years at Holy Cross Health.
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“Great leaders possess rare and invaluable qualities such as integrity, courage, empathy, compassion and an innate desire to do far more for the greater good than for self. They are visionaries who inspire and empower and are inclusive and collaborative in all things.”
“ACHE has been more than a benefit to my career, it has been the leading driver and foundation to my career and network.”
“The Fellowship (FACHE) designation is important because it adds a level of credibility to your resume. When interviewing for this position, it was a very important credential for the Memorial Healthcare System—it is considered the gold standard for leaders.”
“I became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) in 2015, because as I continued to take on more leadership roles, I wanted more professional growth and development opportunities. ACHE was a very well-respected organization, and several mentors of mine were Fellows, so it was something to which I aspired.”
“ACHE of South Florida has felt like family to me since I joined several years ago. It’s a privilege to be part of an organization of like-minded leaders who truly care about serving our community and making a positive impact on our healthcare delivery. ACHE has provided me with a diverse network full of knowledge and resources to maximize my skill set and contributions throughout my career.”
“ACHE of South Florida has helped me advance in my professional journey by providing the opportunity to learn alongside my colleagues in the healthcare industry, as well as expand my professional network. Lifelong learning is an essential element of continued development and advancement in this industry, and ACHE of South Florida’s educational programs have truly supported my growth in that regard.”
“ACHE has been a great partner throughout my professional journey. Early in my career, I sought the FACHE credential as a way to enhance my knowledge of healthcare management. I maintain my designation in order to stay current with all the new developments in our industry. Being part of the ACHE family is very rewarding as we nurture long lasting relationships. I usually call other fellows for advice while pursuing new endeavors, and I love connecting members with similar goals. As leaders, we should always mentor colleagues as well as young professionals and ACHE is the perfect platform to do that. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to make an impact in your communities, the FACHE credential is a must have, it will give you the skills and network to help you succeed.”