Developing Future Leaders at TVHC: Our New Aspiring Leaders Program

At TVHC, we believe that investing in our people strengthens the care and services we provide to our community. Recently, we celebrated the completion of the first cohort of our Aspiring Leaders Program, a new professional development initiative designed to help employees build leadership skills and prepare for future growth opportunities within the organization.

The program brought together staff from a variety of departments and roles across TVHC, creating opportunities for participants to develop new skills, learn from one another, and strengthen their ability to lead and collaborate. Participants shared overwhelmingly positive feedback about the experience and the practical tools they gained through the program.

Norma Canche, Resource Specialist

“Going into this program, I was a little nervous because I knew it would push me outside of my comfort zone. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it and how much I learned along the way. I consistently walked away from each training with new insights and things I could apply moving forward.

Gina and Fiona did a great job of creating a welcoming and supportive environment. I especially appreciated how they listened to our feedback and tailored the curriculum to meet our needs.

Overall, I’m really grateful for the opportunity to participate in this program and for everything I gained from the experience.”

Jeenisha Patel, Compliance and Risk Management Specialist

“The TVHC Aspiring Leaders Program was a truly meaningful learning experience that gave me the opportunity to reflect on my strengths, learn from others, and grow as a leader. I especially appreciated the engaging discussions and collaboration with colleagues, as hearing different perspectives helped us all embrace a “learn-it-all” mindset.

This program was a great stepping stone in my professional growth, and I’m excited to put what I’ve learned into practice, build on my strengths, and continue contributing to TVHC’s growth and mission of improving the health and well-being of our community.”

Olivia Monarrez, BSN, Registered Nurse

“As a nurse, I’ve always been passionate about helping patients overcome barriers to care. Through the Aspiring Leaders Program, I’ve gained a stronger sense of purpose and a deeper appreciation for the importance of collaboration and building connections across departments. Learning from colleagues with different roles and perspectives has shown me how working together strengthens our organization and allows us to better support one another in serving our patients.

I am leaving this program with a renewed commitment to becoming a leader who inspires others, fosters collaboration, and helps create meaningful, lasting change for our team and the community we serve.”

The Aspiring Leaders Program is part of TVHC’s ongoing commitment to developing a strong workforce that reflects our values and is prepared to meet the evolving needs of our patients and communities. By supporting employee growth and leadership development, we continue building the foundation for high-quality, compassionate care across all of our services.

We are grateful to the team members who participated in the inaugural cohort, as well as the staff who helped design and facilitate the program. We look forward to continuing these leadership development efforts and supporting the next generation of leaders at TVHC.