AONL Foundation Annual Soiree

The AONL Foundation's Annual Soiree is a two-hour ticketed reception and program held during the AONL Annual Conference. It is a distinguished event dedicated to celebrating the contributions of individuals and organizations within the nursing leadership community and their continued support of the foundation and its mission: to provide resources that create opportunities to bridge science and practice to shape the future of nursing leadership. The AONL Foundation envisions a healthier tomorrow advanced through nursing leadership.

A highlight of the evening is the presentation of the AONL Foundation Friend of the Year Award. This annual award honors an individual or organization that have had a profound impact on helping the Foundation to advance its mission

All proceeds from the Soiree benefit the AONL Foundation, ensuring continued support for nursing leadership initiatives and advancements. This gathering serves as a heartfelt thank you to all our supporters, acknowledging their vital role in the Foundation's mission.

2024 Annual Soiree Highlights

• Held in New Orleans, you can click here to enjoy a recap of the 2024 Annual Soiree!
• The 2024 Annual Soiree was SOLD OUT.  More than 350 guests and sponsors attended the Soiree, New Orleans style!  
• Awarded two Friend of the Year awards
  • Maureen Swick, PhD, RN, FAONL
  • Midland Health

For the first time, the Foundation Annual Soiree held a raffle. 

Congratulations to our raffle winners:

Complimentary Pair 2025 Soiree Boston tickets

Megan Matson – Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 

Crystal Bennett Schiano – UNC Health

Robyn Barriffe – Atrium Health Pineville Medical Center

AONL Membership 

Mary O’connor – Notre Dame of Maryland University

Linda Jackson – Providence St. Mary Medical Center

AONL 2025 Boston Conference 

Dee Williams – Identifize Consulting

Photo Booth sponsored by Sutter Health (click image to view)

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the foundation at the Soiree!  

If you would like to be a sponsor for the 2025 Annual Soiree Boston, please email Veronica Moreno, vmoreno@aha.org, for details.