Sponsored by UPMC
March 13-14, 2027
The LEAD Workshop is designed to support emerging leaders from Pennsylvania’s local chapters in developing essential leadership skills. This opportunity is primarily intended for freshmen and sophomores. Each school may register up to six (6) students, with a total capacity of 60 participants. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The SNAP Board of Directors is excited to offer this workshop, featuring a distinguished faculty including David R. Ranck, Cindy Schmus, and other nursing leaders. We strongly encourage chapters to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to enhance leadership development at both the individual and organizational levels.
Book Your Hotel Room
Attendees may book overnight accommodations at the Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, located at 23 South Second Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101. Rooms can be reserved online or by calling (866) 283-3096 and using the block code SNA. SNAP Board members will also be staying at this hotel. The property features an indoor pool and fitness center, so feel free to bring swim or workout attire. It is conveniently located within walking distance of the UPMC Brady Medical Arts Building at 205 South Front Street.
2027 Tentative Schedule
SATURDAY, MARCH 13
10:00 AM – 10:05 AM
Welcome and Introductions
10:05 AM – 10:15 AM
Setting the Stage!
- David R. Ranck, MEd, RN – SNAP Professional Consultant Emeritus; SNAP Honorary Member; NSNA Leader of Leaders (2013); NSNA Honorary Member
- Cindy Schmus, MSN, RN, CRNP – SNAP Professional Consultant; Past NSNA President; SNAP Honorary Member; NSNA Leader of Leaders
- John Palmer, BSN, RN – SNAP Professional Consultant; Past SNAP President
10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
KEYNOTE: TBA
AnnMarie Papa, DNP, RN, CEN, NE-BC, FAEN, FAAN
Nursing Leader Emeritus; Past President, ENA; Adjunct Faculty, Villanova University & Drexel University; SNAP Honorary Member
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM
Breaking the Ice
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Group Photo
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
Lunch (Provided by UPMC)
SATURDAY, MARCH 13
Concurrent Sessions
Three workshops will be offered in rotation so all participants can attend each session.
Workshop Times
- 1:15 PM – 2:10 PM
- 2:15 PM – 3:10 PM
- 3:15 PM – 4:10 PM
Workshop Options
Workshop 1: TBA
Workshop 2: TBA
Workshop 3: TBA
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
The Appropriate Use of Social Media
Cindy Schmus & John Palmer
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Dinner (Provided by UPMC)
SUNDAY, MARCH 14
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast (Provided by UPMC)
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Panel Discussion: How I Got from There to Here
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
KEYNOTE: TBA
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Conducting the Perfect Meeting – SNAP Players
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM
Lunch & Putting It All Together
David R. Ranck, Cindy Schmus, and John Palmer
Closing Lunch
Lunch (Provided by UPMC)
Thank You to Our Longtime Sponsor, UPMC!
A sincere thank you to UPMC for their generous support of the LEAD Workshop. Your partnership and commitment help make this experience possible for our participants.
