2024 Conference Schedule at a Glance
2025 Annual Conference
Addressing challenges with like-minded leaders
Take advantage of all our classic conference format has to offer, with networking, education sessions and solution providers on April 8-11 in New Orleans.
AONL 2024 content is designed to address national challenges across the care continuum. Sessions include themes such as:
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Schedule at A Glance
The schedule is subject to change. Download a PDF schedule.
Monday, April 8
Affiliate Leaders Event
7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Invitation-only meeting for the AONL Affiliate Leaders. Lunch will be served.
Preconference Sessions
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Preconference sessions are full or half-day learning sessions that take place on Monday, April 8 and cost an additional fee. Learn more about AONL 2024 Preconference Sessions. Advance registration is required.
First-Time Attendee Reception
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Meet and greet with AONL members and first-time annual conference attendees.
Tuesday, April 9
Welcome Breakfast
7:00 – 7:45 a.m. | Convention Center
Breakfast will be available at the convention center.
Opening Keynote
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Convention Center
Exhibit Hall Is Open
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall
Featuring more than 300 companies from across the country, the AONL 2024 Exhibit Hall is the place to connect health care professionals and companies. View the floor plan
Breakout Sessions
10:30 – 11:20 p.m. | Convention Center
Exhibit Hall Lunch
11:30 – 1:00 p.m. | Convention Center
Poster Session with Presenters
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Convention Center
Presenters will be available at their posters. Contact hours will be available to attendees reviewing the posters.
Breakout Sessions
1:30 – 2:20 p.m. | Convention Center
Breakout Sessions
2:40 – 3:30 p.m. | Convention Center
Keynote Session
3:50 – 5:00 p.m. | Convention Center
Welcome Event
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Reconnect with friends and meet new ones at the AONL Welcome Event.
Wednesday, April 10
Sunrise Sessions
7:00 – 8:00 a.m. | Convention Center
Sunrise Sessions are led by industry partners and feature a wide variety of topics facing nurse leaders.
Keynote Session
8:30 – 9:30 a.m. | Convention Center
Exhibit Hall Breakfast
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Convention Center
Exhibit Hall Is Open
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall
Featuring more than 300 companies from across the country, the AONL 2024 Exhibit Hall is the place to connect health care professionals and companies.
Breakout Sessions
10:30 – 11:20 a.m. | Convention Center
Exhibit Hall Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall
Poster Session with Presenters
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Convention Center
Presenters will be available at their posters. Contact hours will be available to attendees reviewing the posters.
AHAPAC Event
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
THE FIRST LADIES: UNTOLD STORIES OF THEIR POLITICAL POWER AND SOCIETAL INFLUENCE
Carl Sferrazza Anthony, Presidential pop culture historian, will reveal colorful tales of how the First Ladies changed American life and impact us all. Tickets by invitation only. Please contact Laura Werner for more information at lwerner@aha.org.
Keynote Session
1:45 – 2:45 p.m. | Convention Center
Breakout Sessions
3:00 – 3:50 p.m. | Convention Center
Conversations with Colleagues
4:10 – 5:00 p.m. | Convention Center
We understand that the event's fast pace can be a challenge for in-depth conversations about your interests. That's why we bring you 'Conversations with Colleagues,' where you'll find a range of engaging discussions on topics that matter to you. Discover a space where learning meets thoughtful dialogue
AONL Foundation Soirée
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Tickets are priced at $140 each and available for purchase during registration.
AONL Fellowship Reception
8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
By invitation only.
Thursday, April 11
Continental Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30 a.m. | Convention Center
Featured Sessions
8:45 – 10:00 a.m. | Convention Center
Our featured sessions are dynamic discussions led by experts, delving into key topics crucial for nurse leaders across diverse health care settings.