SEPT. 9-11, 2026 THE RITZ-CARLTON, DOVE MOUNTAIN MARANA, AZ
RELEASE. RECONNECT. JUST BE.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Letter From the President
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Destination Information
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Dress Code
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Agenda
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Attendee Directory
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT The HME community wouldn’t be what it is without you. Thank you for joining us for the VGM Executive Women in HME Retreat. During our time together, we are excited for you to step away from the constant demands of leadership, make space for yourself, and connect with an inspiring community of women who understand both the opportunities and challenges that come with leading organizations, teams, and families. This retreat was created with great intention. It’s a time to slow down, recharge, and engage in meaningful conversations that inspire new ideas, renewed energy, and lasting connections. Our hope is simple: that you leave feeling refreshed, supported, and reminded that you don’t have to navigate leadership alone. We are so grateful you’re joining us. Warmly,
Lindy Tentinger President, VGM & Associates
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YOUR RETREAT DESTINATION The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Resort 15000 North Secret Springs Drive Marana, AZ 85658 520-572-3000
Nestled in the Sonoran Desert against the backdrop of the Tortolita Mountains, The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain offers a peaceful setting to unplug, reflect, and reconnect. Over the next few days, give yourself permission to: Be present
Learn from one another
Disconnect from distractions
Build meaningful connections
Share openly
Prioritize yourself
This isn’t just another conference. It’s an opportunity to invest in yourself as a leader and as a person.
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DRESS CODE The retreat is designed to be comfortable, relaxed, and authentic.
Resort/smart casual
Think polished yet comfortable and relaxed attire that allows you to transition easily between sessions, networking, and downtime.
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Wednesday welcome reception, dinner, and favorite things exchange: Come as you are. We mean it! Comfy, just off the airplane, coming from the pool, we will welcome you in all attire. Wednesday hot tub and pool time (optional): Swimwear attire. Thursday and Friday morning fitness sessions (optional): Outdoor fitness attire, and it may be warm already! Thursday sessions: Resort casual. No business dress here! Thursday walking break (optional): Comfortable walking shoes. Thursday afternoon activities: Comfortable attire for shopping, Mala bracelet making, or relaxing by the pool. Thursday evening: Country western boots and hat for dinner, drinks, and line dancing at the White Stallion Ranch (not required, but this is the perfect time to break out your western wear! We will be outside for the evening, so keep that in mind while packing). Friday morning: Spa attire. Friday lunch and closing session: Casual and travel attire.
Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light layer for cooler mornings or evenings.
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AGENDA Final timing subject to minor adjustments.
Wednesday, Sept. 9 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Registration (The Library)
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception (The Library)
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Dinner and Favorite Things Exchange (Turquesa Restaurant - Dove Mountain) Get ready for a fun evening of conversation and discovery! We will be sharing everyone’s three loved items and a few new stories to go with them!
8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Pool or Hot Tub (Optional)
Thursday, Sept. 10 7:00 - 7:30 a.m.
Morning Fitness (Selected during registration) Wake and Walk (Low intensity) (On Property) A guided walk surrounded by the beautiful nature and sounds of the desert. While moving at a pleasant pace, you will use all of your senses to explore nature in a new and fun way. POWER Pilates (Medium Intensity) (Serenity Lawn) A dynamic, resistance band, strength-focused workout that blends precise, traditional Pilates movements with modern intensity to build strength, endurance, flexibility, and a lean, sculpted physique. Full Body Sculpt (High Intensity) (Camor Lawn)
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A high-repetition workout using light weights, bands, and bodyweight exercises to sculpt the body while moving to the beat of music. This will strengthen both your cardiovascular system and your muscle endurance while burning a tremendous amount of calories. This fun and energetic class will leave you feeling accomplished and motivated to tackle the day!
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Get Ready Time
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet (Dove Mountain Ballroom)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Roundtable Session 1 (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Each roundtable will include a 20-minute discussion on each topic below: Topic 1: Decision Making Topic 2: Advocacy and HME Image/Brand Reputation Topic 3: Work-Life Balance
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Arianna (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Arianna Sholes-Douglas, MD, FACOG has dedicated much of her career to helping women through the stages of life that are largely neglected by most of the medical community: menopause and perimenopause. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine and has been practicing medicine for three decades. She is the author of the best selling book, The Menopause Myth: What your mother, doctor and friends haven’t shared about life after 35. Learn more about Dr. Arianna here.
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AGENDA 11:00 - 11:40 a.m.
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Roundtable Session 2 (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Each roundtable will include a 20-minute discussion on each topic below: Topic 1: Follow-up Discussion from Dr. Arianna Topic 2: People Challenges in HME
11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Lunch 12:15 - 12:30 p.m.
Walking Break (Optional)
12:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Woman of the Year Panel and Q&A (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Miriam Lieber will moderate a “non-filtered” panel with HME Woman of the Year finalists and winners, asking all of the questions no one asks.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Roundtable Session 3 (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Each roundtable will include a 20-minute discussion on each topic below: Topic 1: Board Materials and Executive Reports Topic 2: AI Integration and Usage Topic 3: Caring for Aging Parents
2:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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Change for Activities
2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Activities (Selected during registration) Mindful Mala Making Experience (Saguaro Canyon Suite) Make your own personal Mala Bracelet, designed with intention and consciously created. This creative activity is designed to allow for intentional introspection of the inner artist in a stimulating and interactive environment. The instructor will thoughtfully teach you to assemble and create a tangible talisman completely unique to you! Learn the history of the Mala, set meaningful intentions, write your mantra, and most importantly, be creative! Relax by the Pool (Upper Cabanas) Soak up the Arizona sun with an afternoon by the pool. If you are feeling adventurous, you can even try out the 235-foot slide! Otherwise, drinks, food, and cabanas will be available. Shopping at the Outlets (Meet at the Upper Terrace) Take the afternoon to shop at the Tucson Premium Outlets. Transportation is provided, and you will have plenty of time to shop the stores at the outlets, including Ann Taylor Factory, Calvin Klein, Kate Spade, Coach, Michael Kors, NIKE, and the list goes on! Address: 6401 Marana Center Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85742
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Downtime and Get Ready for Ladies’ Night Out (Dress code: Wear Your Best Western Wear!)
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AGENDA 6:30 – 7:00 p.m.
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Transport to the White Stallion Ranch (Meet at the Upper Terrace) Address: 9251 W Twin Peaks Rd. Tucson, AZ 85743
7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Cocktails
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Dinner Cookout
8:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Line Dancing Lessons
9:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Bonfire and Music
10:00 p.m.
Transport Back to Dove Mountain
Friday, September 11 7:00 - 7:30 a.m.
Morning Fitness (Selected during registration) Hatha Yoga (Low intensity) (Serenity Lawn) A combination of breathing exercises and physical postures that have been practiced for more than 5,000 years. TAI CHI for Beginners (Medium Intensity) (Camor Lawn) This class introduces slow, flowing movements, deep breathing, and gentle stretches to cultivate a mind-body connection improving balance, coordination, and overall health. You will learn simple, repetitive exercises and part of a traditional movement sequence and combine them into a seamless flow after learning a few foundational moves. This class focuses on mindful awareness, relaxation, and building a sustainable practice of long-term well-being. Body Fusion (High Intensity) (Azura Lawn)
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A full-body routine combining yoga, aerobics, and strength training. This class focuses on balance and flexibility while also building strength, targeting multiple major muscle groups.
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Get Ready Time
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet (Dove Mountain Ballroom)
8:00 a.m. - Noon
Spa Day (Selected during registration) Stress Relief Massage Revive tired and fatigued muscles with this traditional massage using moderate to firm pressure to leave a feeling of revitalization and relaxation. Revitalize and Recover Return tight, aching muscles to peak condition with this focused, tension-relieving treatment. Includes back exfoliation and massage, and foot and leg exfoliation and massage. Age-Defying Facial Instantly combat the most visible signs of skin aging, smoothing fine lines and reviving youthful radiance to your complexion. Includes brush cleanse, skin analysis, facial exfoliation, specialized toning facial massage, mask, and scalp massage. Along with your treatment, you can enjoy all of the spa amenities which include a dry sauna, infused steam room, outdoor jacuzzi, and serenity infinity-edged pool and hot tub. It will be a morning of relaxation and rejuvenation.
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AGENDA 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
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Lunch and Wrap-Up Session (Dove Mountain Ballroom) Let’s join together for a download of our time spent together. What was impactful? What helped you? Is there anything you’re going to take home with you and incorporate into your day-to-day? How can VGM better serve you and continue to support you as women in the industry and as new friends?
2:00 p.m.
Depart
Remember: As leaders, we spend much of our time taking care of others: our businesses, our teams, our customers, and our families. This week is an opportunity to invest in yourself. Take a deep breath. Be fully present. Share your experiences. Ask questions. Build relationships. Most importantly, allow yourself the space to simply be. We are honored you’re here.
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ATTENDEE DIRECTORY Barb Anderson
Sara Cruz
Whitney Baker
Carmen Davies
CFO, VGM Group Waterloo, IA barb.anderson@vgm.com
Director of DME Ops & Integrations, VieMed Lafayette, LA whyde@viemed.com
Rachel Blankenberger
Senior Director, Revenue Cycle, Medical Service Company Cleveland, IN rachel.blankenberger@ medicalserviceco.com
Shawna Carlson
Director of Rehab Services, CareLinc Medical Grandville, MI scarlson@carelincmed.com
Jeaneen Cole
EVP Operations, Nationwide Medical, Inc. Calabasas, CA scruz@nationwidemedical.com Regional SVP - Midwest, AdaptHealth Machesney Park, IL carmen.davies@adapthealth.com
Jackie Devries
Chief Sales Officer, Rotech Healthcare Red Oak, IA jacqueline.devries@rotech.com
Rachel Dobyns
National Sales Director, Trace Medical Whitmore Lake, MI rdobyns@tracemedical.com
Lynette Evans
CEO, Buckeye Home Medical Equipment Jamestown, TN levans@buckeyedme.com
VP, Quality & Compliance, DASCO HME Westerville, OH jeaneen.cole@godasco.com
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ATTENDEE DIRECTORY Morgan Dopplick
GM, SVP of Sleep & Respiratory, AdaptHealth Olathe, KS mdopplick@adapthealth.com
Julie Ford
Director of Marketing, Brightree Plainwell, MI jford@brightree.com
Suzanne Foster
CEO, AdaptHealth NY suzanne.foster@adapthealth.com
Megan Guinee
VP Strategic Initiatives, AdaptHealth Asheboro, NC megan.guinee@adapthealth.com
Colleen Hunter
President, Browning’s Healthcare Melbourne, FL chunter@brownings.net
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Michelle Jensen
President & CEO, Rayser Holdings Cedar Rapids, IA mjensen@rayserholdings.com
Nicole Kissler
CEO, Norco Boise, ID nicolek@norco-inc.com
Tammy Kvinsland
Executive Director, Olympic HealthCare Gig Harbor, WA tammy@olympicpharmacy.com
Sara Laures
CPO, VGM Group Waterloo, IA sara.laures@vgm.com
Jennifer Leon
Head of Patient Collections, Brightree jleon@brightree.com
Miriam Lieber
President, Lieber Consulting LLC CA miriam@lieberconsulting.com
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Kelley Love
Christa Miehe
Jeannine Mar
Joni Moss
Vice President of Operations, DASCO HME Westerville, OH kelley.love@godasco.com
VP, Payer and Services, Resmed San Diego, CA jeannine.mar@resmed.com
Chanel Martin
VP, Operations, Nationwide Medical, Inc. Calabasas, CA cmartin@nationwidemedical.com
Patty Mastandrea
CEO, MedCare Equipment Company PA pmastandrea@medcareequipment.com
Robin Menchen
CEO, Rotech Healthcare Orlando, FL rmenchen@rotech.com
CCO, VGM Group Waterloo, IA christa.miehe@vgm.com
COO, Rotech Salt Lake City, UT jmoss@rotech.com
Julie Osborn
President & CEO, Alliance Rehab & Medical Ozark, MO josborn@alliancerehabmed.com
Gretchen Rogers
CEO, North Central Medical Baxter, MN g_rogers@ncmedicalsupply.com
Wendy Russalesi
Chief Compliance Officer, AdaptHealth Conshohocken, PA wendy.russalesi@adapthealth.com
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ATTENDEE DIRECTORY Lindsay Russell
President, HME Mobility lindsayr@hmemobility.com
Christina Sauer
SVP/GM, Wellness at Home, AdaptHealth Columbus, OH christina.sauer@adapthealth.com
Lindy Tentinger
President, VGM & Associates Waterloo, IA lindy.tentinger@vgm.com
Michelle Peters
Vice President, Operations, Blackburn’s Tarentum, PA michelle.peters@blackburnsmed.com
Carissa Toner
Exec VP, ProCare Home Medical Anchorage, AK ctoner@procarehm.com
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Tracy Warning
VP of People Operations and Comp, CareLinc Medical Grand Rapids, MI twarning@carelincmed.com
Lisa Wells
Senior Vice President, Med-South, Inc. Jasper, AL lwells@medsouthinc.net
Kate Whettam
Sr. Director, Commercial Marketing, Resmed WA kate.whettam@resmed.com
Lisa Ziehl
Head of Customer Success, Brightree Peachtree Corners, GA lziehl@brightree.com