New Orleans, Louisiana, USA downtown city skyline in the afternoon.


The Association for the Health Care Environment’s (AHE) annual conference brings environmental services (EVS) leaders and industry innovators together to promote public health and clean facilities alike.

Set in the vibrant city of New Orleans, attendees are invited to experience exclusive education that highlights infection prevention, leadership, operations and staffing, and technology and innovation trends impacting the industry. Featuring insights from notable keynote speakers—Manley Feinberg, Robert Campbell, Dale Anderson, and Stacy Palmer—this event explores the topics facing EVS operations today.

Alongside opportunities to network with other industry professionals, members can engage in professional development by earning up to 13 continuing education credits (CECs). Other learning offerings are found on the trade show floor, with 61 exhibitors providing a variety of cleaning and disinfection solutions to tackle current facility challenges.

Every registered member has a stake in creating and maintaining clean, safe, and healthy environments. This conference aims to expand the expertise of its audience, as well as further facility hygiene practices and protocols.

AHE Exchange26 takes place August 16-19, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Learn more about the event here.