December 6 - 8, 2024

The Westin Galleria Dallas - Dallas, TX

Aims to usher in a new era of Diversity, Inclusion, and Leadership in the Nurse Anesthesia Profession by fostering an inclusive platform for underrepresented BIPOC presenters.

Aims to usher in a new era of Diversity, Inclusion, and Leadership in the Nurse Anesthesia Profession by fostering an inclusive platform for underrepresented BIPOC presenters.

OUR MISSION:

Multicultural CRNA Conference with the theme 'Leap into the Dream'

is to be a beacon of change and unity. We see a future where diversity is celebrated,

inclusion is second nature, and underrepresentation becomes a thing of the past.

OUR VISION:

We envision a vibrant community of CRNAs and anesthesia professionals coming together

to exchange insights, knowledge, and perspectives.

As we leap into the dream, we aspire to inspire the next generation of leaders in our

profession, ensuring that our legacy is one of unity, equity, and excellence.

Join us in shaping this brighter future for nurse anesthesia.

OUR MISSION:

Multicultural CRNA Conference with the theme 'Leap into the Dream' is to be a beacon of change and unity. We see a future where diversity is celebrated,

inclusion is second nature, and underrepresentation becomes a

thing of the past.

OUR VISION:

We envision a vibrant community of CRNAs and anesthesia professionals coming together to exchange insights, knowledge, and perspectives.

As we leap into the dream, we aspire to inspire the next generation of leaders in our profession, ensuring that our legacy is one of unity, equity, and excellence.

Join us in shaping this brighter future for nurse anesthesia.

DIVERSITY

Diversity in nurse anesthesia is essential to address the growing concerns about underrepresentation in the profession and to better serve the increasingly diverse U.S. population

INCLUSION

Inclusion in nurse anesthesia refers to the active effort to create a diverse and welcoming environment within the profession, where individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and identities are valued and included in all aspects of anesthesia care.

LEADERSHIP

Leadership in nurse anesthesia involves CRNAs (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists) taking on critical roles in healthcare settings, ensuring safe and effective anesthesia care while often advocating for policy changes and the removal of practice barriers

Empowering Diversity, Elevating Inclusion, and Fostering Leadership.

The Venue


The Multicultural CRNA Conference will be held at The Westin Galleria Dallas in Dallas, Texas.


The award-winning Westin Galleria Dallas boasts over memorable events of flexible meeting space, conferences, seminars and more inspire success in state-of-the-art conference rooms and event spaces.

Multicultural CRNA Conference


With its theme "Leap into Dream," the Multicultural CRNA Conference serves as aspirational spirit of nurse anesthetists as they strive for excellence and inclusivity in their profession. This conference not only celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of CRNAs but also provides a space for thought-provoking discussions and practical strategies, furthering the collective dream of creating a more diverse, inclusive, and leadership-driven nurse anesthesia field

SPEAKERS

RHEA TEMMERMAND

PhDc, CRNA

DAWN E. BENT

DNP, CRNA

JOHN DAVID BING JR.

MSN, CRNA

VINCENT CAGUNGUN

CRNA

ULYSSES JOHNSON III

PhDc, CRNA

JUAN QUINTANA

DNP, CRNA

SIOBHAN SKERRITT

M. Ed

MARIA SALLIE POEPSEL

PhD, CRNA, FAANA

EDWIN AROKE

PhD, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN

ALEXANDRA CAMPBELL

DNP, CRNA

DEBRA DIAZ

DNP, CRNA, APRN. FAANA

BEBE ADENUSI

PhD, CRNA, FAANA

ETHAN SMITH

DNP, CRNA, CWRU

DAN LOVINARIA

DNP, CRNA

HOPE FERGUSON

DNP, MBA, CRNA

MARTA TORRES

Ed. D

DANA MASON

Holistic Practitioner

MARICEL SOBERANES

Navy Veteran/CRNA

ASA T. BRIGGS

DNP, PMHNP

DAVID PROFIT

PhD, CRNA

MYRA BRANCH

DNP, CRNA, APRN Herndon, VA

CHARNELLE LEWIS

DNP, CRNA

PAMELA CHAMBERS

DNP, EJD, MSN, CRNA

PATRICE HOLLY-RIX

DNP, CRNA

SHEILA WARREN

APRN, CRNA

SAMANTHA PRATT

DNP, CRNA

ETHAN SMITH

DNP, CRNA, CWRU

Event Packages

Regular Admission

$550

What is Included?

  • Discounted Registration
  • 3 day LIVE event in a luxury environment
  • Award-winning dynamic speakers
  • Health & Wellness workshop
  • Breakout sessions
  • Daily Breakfast & coffee breaks
  • Daily Lunch includes
  • Continuing education units (CEUs)
  • Conference items (t-shirt, notebook, swag bag, etc)
  • Friday night social event
  • DJ and networking
  • Plus more

Writing to Win Workshop

$250

What is Included?

  • Exclusive access to well-established publishers/writers
  • Group training and tips for successful writing and publication
  • Walk away with a team of writers to kickstart your next publication
  • Daily Lunch included
  • Continuing education units (CEUs)
  • Direct access to trade secrets from editors themselves
  • Networking and conference swag
  • Plus more

Student Registration

$250

What is Included?

  • 3 day LIVE event in a luxury environment
  • Award-winning dynamic speakers
  • Networking & Mentorship
  • Wellness & Support
  • Breakout sessions
  • Daily Breakfast & coffee breaks
  • Daily Lunch includes
  • Conference items (t-shirt, notebook, swag bag, etc)
  • Friday night social event
  • DJ and networking
  • Plus more

Scholarship Fundraiser (Casino Royale)

$125

What is Included?

  • Professional Casino Game Dealers
  • Live DJ and entertainment
  • Open bar cocktail hour
  • Passed hors d'oeuvres
  • Exclusive Casino Night raffles and giveaways
  • Photo-booths and Hot Spot Wall
  • Plus more

REGULAR ADMISSION

$480

What is included?

  • Discounted Registration

  • 3 day LIVE event in a luxury environment

  • Award winning dynamic speakers

  • Health & Wellness workshop

  • Breakout sessions

  • Daily Breakfast & coffee breaks

  • Daily Lunch includes

  • Continuing education units (CEUs)

  • Conference items (t-shirt, notebook, swag bag, etc)

  • Friday night social event

  • DJ and networking

  • Plus more

Writing to Win Workshop

$250

What is included?

  • Exclusive access to well established publishers/writers

  • Group training and tips for successful writing and publication

  • Walk away with a team of writers to kickstart your next publication

  • Daily Lunch included

  • Continuing education units (CEUs)

  • Direct access to trade secrets from editors themselves

  • Networking and conference swag

  • Plus more

Student Registration

$250

What is included?

  • 3 day LIVE event in a luxury environment

  • Award winning dynamic speakers

  • Networking & Mentorship

  • Wellness & Support

  • Breakout sessions

  • Daily Breakfast & coffee breaks

  • Daily Lunch includes

  • Conference items (t-shirt, notebook, swag bag, etc)

  • Friday night social event

  • DJ and networking

  • Plus more

Scholarship Fundraiser (Casino Royale)

$125

What is included?

  • Professional Casino Game Dealers

  • Live Dj and entertainment

  • Open bar cocktail hour

  • Passed hor’devours

  • Exclusive Casino Night raffles and giveaways

  • Photo-booths and Hot Spot Wall

  • Plus more

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