Annual Meeting Call for Presentations

2026 Call for Presentations

Submissions are now being accepted for the AHRA Annual Meeting.
Submission Deadline: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 11:59 PM EST

AHRA Annual Meeting
July 12–15, 2026
Orlando, Florida

The AHRA Annual Meeting is the premier event for medical imaging leaders as well as other healthcare professionals. As a speaker, you will enjoy the prestige and satisfaction of presenting to the most active and committed members of the profession.

WHY SUBMIT?

  • Share your knowledge and expertise with your peers.
  • Add to your professional experience.
  • Gain personal satisfaction.
  • Presenters can earn 10 points per presentation hour toward their AHRA Fellow (FAHRA) application, with a maximum of 40 points.

Attendees at the AHRA Annual Meeting value presentations where the real-life experiences of radiology administrators are included. If you are a consultant or representative of a vendor, please consider partnering with an active radiology administrator in developing your presentation proposal.

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Submission Process and Guidelines

All presentation proposals must be submitted electronically — no paper applications will be accepted!

This policy is designed to speed up the application process. All parts of your presentation proposal, including resume(s), must be in electronic format and submitted via the AHRA website.

Required Information

  • Primary presenter & co-presenter(s)
  • Name and degree/credentials
  • Position/title
  • Institution/organization
  • Mailing address, city, state, and postal code
  • Email address
  • Readily available phone number
  • Current CV/resume (required for CE accreditation) 
  • Previous speaking information (if applicable)

A paragraph-style biographical summary is not acceptable — a full chronological resume is required. Your resume must contain the following information: Work history experience relevant to the topic being proposed; chronological education history listing degrees received; list of previous speaking engagements; list of publications the speaker has authored that are relevant to the topic.

Available Presentation Lengths

60-Minute Sessions

  • May be presented twice
  • Attendance ranges from 50-150 people
  • Lecture-style presentation
  • Questions and answers follow presentation

90-Minute Sessions

  • May be presented twice
  • Attendance ranges from 50-150 people
  • Allow more time for audience participation and interaction

Available Presentation Types

Panel

  • Panel moderator serves as the primary presenter, with multiple speakers offering diverse perspectives on the topic
  • Audience engagement through Q&A
  • Panelists may be selected once the session is approved from scheduled speakers and AHRA leadership

Lecture

  • More traditional format with 1 or 2 speakers giving a presentation on their topic
  • At least 5-10 minutes of the presentation time is set aside for an audience Q&A

Presentation Information

ALL items below are required.

  1. Title of Presentation (10-word limit)
  2. Preferred Presentation Format (60-minute, 90-minute, or workshop)
  3. Session Description – Please supply a 10-sentence (minimum) description of your topic. Be as specific as possible about the material you will cover in your session. Your description will be used in the AHRA mobile app and website, as well as in AHRA marketing efforts.
  4. Learning Objectives – Provide three takeaways participants will gain by the end of the session. These learning objectives should take the form of "You will learn to..." followed by at least three bulleted items that attendees will learn. Sessions submitted without learning objectives will not be considered.
  5. Session Outline – Include a detailed, timed outline of your session. This outline should clearly break down how you plan to use the time allocated, including key topics, activities, and transitions. 
  6. Learning Level – Please select the career level your presentation is catered towards (early career, mid-career and executive levels).
  7. Session Category – Which CRA Domain category does your search best fit into? Your session may fit into multiple categories, but please indicate only one primary (required) category and one secondary (optional) CRA Domain category.
  8. Let us know if you would be willing to make your presentation twice.
  9. Available Dates for Presentation – Please indicate ALL days you would be available.

    • Sunday, July 12, 2026

    • Monday, July 13, 2026

    • Tuesday, July 14, 2026

    • Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Topics

Below is a list of topics that the Annual Meeting Design Team has identified as being of interest to the AHRA membership:

  • New Executive Leaders – Guidance for those evolving into executive roles or those who might be considering an executive career path. Topics can include more introductory topics on career support resources, finding additional organizations to support your growth, and how to network outside of your institution to foster opportunities for yourself.
  • Current Executive Leaders – These topics are for more seasoned leaders seeking fresh strategies and new perspectives to tackle problems and identify solutions. Topics can include practical solutions for daily challenges that radiology leaders work through, such as succession planning and performance metrics.
  • Staffing & Workforce Development – Address the evolving challenges of recruitment, retention, and staff engagement in imaging services. Topics can highlight creative workforce models, leadership development, solutions for burnout, and guidance for those looking to climb the career ladder.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Optimization – Share real-world applications of AI in imaging workflows. Topics should highlight what’s working, lessons learned, and strategies for leveraging AI to improve efficiency, quality, and patient care.
  • Navigating Mergers & Acquisitions – Offer practical insights on integrating health systems during mergers or acquisitions. Topics should focus on cultural alignment, operational continuity, and communication strategies that ensure smooth transitions.
  • Real World Innovations and Solutions – Highlight real-world success stories and creative solutions from the field that have transformed daily operations. These are presented as case studies to inspire attendees with practical, replicable ideas that drive measurable improvements. These case studies should also foster discussion on successes and challenges faced by organizations.
  • Remote Scanning – Examine the impact of remote scanning and its implementation on patient access, staffing models, and technology infrastructure. Presentations should explore real-world examples from facilities currently using this solution; share implementation strategies, regulatory considerations, and lessons learned.

Speaker Compensation Category

Please let us know which one of the following categories you prefer for compensation:

Category 1

In-Kind Sponsor: Any AHRA Board member, employee of a vendor, OR individual who is a consultant, regardless of AHRA membership status, who is speaking on a topic related directly to their business is recognized through in-kind sponsorship. The speaker receives complimentary meeting registration, and the company is acknowledged as an in-kind sponsor.

Category 2

Members, non-members, vendors and consultants speaking on a topic NOT directly related to their business. Compensation is comprised of a waiver of the registration fee and an honorarium of $400 for a single session. For any additional sessions presented, the speaker will receive an additional $100 per session.

Contracts are signed only with the primary presenter, and only the primary presenter is eligible for any speaker compensation.

Review & Acceptance

Submissions are due January 7, 2026. Submitters will be contacted by a member of the design team to schedule an interview discussion about the presentation. Notice of acceptance will be e-mailed in March 2026.

Questions? Please contact us at education@ahra.org

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