NALHE Indiana

Congratulations to our member, Cecilia Gonzalez, for making it into the La Mesa Program cohort for 2025! #leadership #professionaldevelopment

Let us know if you’re going to NALHE Greater Houston Chapter event this Sunday! ?? Be on the lookout for Indiana members, Melissa Alamilla-Arismendiz, Xochitl Rivera-Cordova!

As we wrap up our introductions to our Board of Directors, we are pleased to announce our Membership Chair, Maximiliano Frausto, MS! Max Frausto serves as a first-year Administrative Fellow with Indiana University Health, working on various engagements across different business areas. Max has held various positions with organizations serving the Indiana community, including internships with the American Red Cross - Indiana Region and the IU Health Children's Therapy Center. Following graduation, he served as a Healthcare Consultant with Baker Tilly US at their Chicago headquarters. ? Max holds an M.S. in Healthcare Management and a B.S. in Healthcare Management and Policy from Indiana University – Bloomington. In graduate school, Max completed a practicum experience with Clínica San Felipe, a healthcare organization that delivers care to the Spanish-speaking immigrant populations in the Southern United States. Here, he worked with primary care clinic locations out of the state of Texas in securing Medicaid reimbursement for services rendered to patients. In addition, he was tasked with creating training videos for office staff on how to navigate their newly implemented electronic health record system. ? In his free time, Max enjoys traveling abroad, soccer, the outdoors, and spending time with friends.

Help us to welcome our next board member, Gabby Pearson Mora, MPM, who serves as our Programming and Education Committee Co-Chair! Gabby Pearson Mora is an accomplished Practice Manager Indiana University Health, where she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing healthcare practices. With a strong background in healthcare management and a passion for fostering inclusive and collaborative environments, Gabby has been instrumental in driving initiatives that enhance patient care and team performance. In her new role as co-chair of the Programming and Education committee for the NALHE Indiana Board of Directors, Gabby brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to empowering Latinos within the state. Her strategic vision and ability to build strong relationships will be invaluable in guiding the committee's efforts to develop impactful programs and educational opportunities.? ?? In 2020, Gabby graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration Healthcare Management from IU Kokomo and once again in 2023 with a master’s in public management. She loves spending time with her family and trying new foods. Outside of her professional achievements, Gabby is also actively involved in her community serving on several boards such as the Indiana University Alumni Association Kokomo Region Board of Directors, and the? Frankfort Swim Club as Co-President. ??: Antonio Chapital

The next board member we would like to highlight is our programming and education committee co-chair, Alex Bonilla Canales, MBA (él/he/him). Alex Bonilla Canales?serves as the Community Outreach Recruitment Specialist for Parkview Health, leading diversity recruiting efforts for clinical and non-clinical roles. Beyond recruitment, Alex focuses on creating partnerships and collaborating with non-profit organizations in Fort Wayne to attract talent and create pipelines from underrepresented and underserved communities. Additionally, he partners with student services to provide career exploration programs for high school students within the region, including Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS). Moreover, in collaboration with the university recruitment team, Alex partners to attend university recruitment events and attend multicultural events sponsored by student organizations that focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.? ? Alex has been in this role since June 2022. Prior to joining Parkview Health, he was a Project Manager at PNC and an active member of PNC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee. With a strong background in multicultural and international recruitment, Alex spent many years in higher education, helping students from diverse backgrounds navigate their academic and professional journeys. ? He holds a B.A. in International Studies and an MBA from Defiance College. Passionate about community engagement, Alex serves on various boards throughout Fort Wayne. Originally from El Salvador, he moved to Cleveland, Ohio, in 1995. In his free time, he enjoys traveling with family, and believes that he is an amazing cook. Favorite to visit again would be Rio De Janeiro.

Join us for?Café con Leche: Beyond the Bedside – Expanding Your Influence as a Nurse?on April 10th! This webinar features a panel of nurse leaders sharing insights on career growth, overcoming challenges, and transitioning into leadership roles. #NurseLeadership #CareerGrowth #NALHE

Mark your calendar!?The second annual Indy Latino Connect Networking Event is back! Join us for an evening of?connections, collaboration, and leadership?at the?2025 Indy Connect Networking Event. ???Thursday, April 24, 2025 ???Marian University Alumni Hall ??5:30 – 8:00 PM ???Theme: Leadership This?is your chance to network with?professionals across industries, expand your connections, and participate in a?powerful?leadership-driven conversation. Brought to you by?Indy Networking, Prospanica Indianapolis, NALHE Indiana, ALPFA Indianapolis, SHPE Indiana Professional, NAHREP - National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals?, IndyHub, Leadership Indianapolis, and Indiana Latino Expo, this event is made possible through the generous support of?Eli Lilly and Company, The Indianapolis Foundation, Marian University Indianapolis, and Impacto Strategies. ???Stay tuned—registration opens soon!?Let’s build stronger professional communities together.?Tag your network and spread the word! #IndyConnect2025 #Leadership #Networking #IndyProfessionals #DiversityInLeadership #IndyNetworking

Join us for?Café con Leche: Beyond the Bedside – Expanding Your Influence as a Nurse?on April 10th! This webinar features a panel of nurse leaders sharing insights on career growth, overcoming challenges, and transitioning into leadership roles. #NurseLeadership #CareerGrowth #NALHE

Hello, SHPE Indiana Professional Familia! Mark your calendar!?The second annual Indy Latino Connect Networking Event is back! Join us for an evening of?connections, collaboration, and leadership?at the?2025 Indy Connect Networking Event. ?Thursday, April 24, 2025 ?Marian University Alumni Hall ?5:30 – 8:00 PM ?Theme: Leadership This?is your chance to network with?professionals across industries, expand your connections, and participate in a?powerful?leadership-driven conversation. Brought to you by?Indy Networking, Prospanica Indianapolis, NALHE Indiana, ALPFA Indianapolis, SHPE Indiana Professional, NAHREP Indianapolis, IndyHub, Leadership Indianapolis, and Indiana Latino Expo, this event is made possible through the generous support of?Eli Lilly and Company, The Indianapolis Foundation, Marian University Indianapolis, and Impacto Strategies. Stay tuned—registration opens soon!?Let’s build stronger professional communities together.?Tag your network and spread the word! #IndyConnect2025 #Leadership #Networking #IndyProfessionals #DiversityInLeadership #IndyNetworking #SHPEFAMILIA?

We are continuing our introductions to board members, and next up is Jessi Crouse CRT,LSGS,RACR, our Marketing and Communications Committee Chair! Jessi Crouse is a first-generation college graduate with an associate degree in Veterinary Technology, a bachelor's in Spanish with a minor in International Studies from Indiana University, and a certificate in Latino Studies from IU-Indianapolis. She also holds a Cross-Cultural Leadership Certificate from the University of South Florida and is completing her master’s in Organizational Leadership at Southern New Hampshire University. As a Talent Acquisition Manager at Indiana University Health, Jessi oversees recruitment for the non-clinical sector and co-chairs the Culturally Inclusive Community employee resource group. Notable achievements include filling over 3,000 positions annually, receiving the 2023 IU Health Talent Acquisition Values in Action Leadership Award, and earning the 2024 Jefferson Award for service and volunteerism. Jessi also led the relaunch of the IU Health-Exodus Refugee Group partnership and integrated new candidate selection processes. Known for her community focus and empathy, Jessi serves on the Sense Charter School Board and as a part-time international missionary in Mexico, where she has helped build 20 homes through Homes of Hope/Casas de Esperanza. ??: Antonio Chapital