Schlabig & Associates, Debbie Petrone Represents Local Hospital At National Conference

Akron, OH, March 16, 2007…Debbie Petrone, CPA, MT, Manager of Emerging Business for Schlabig & Associates, Ltd, represented Robinson Memorial Hospital at the Governance Institute’s recent leadership conference in Naples, Florida.

The annual conference provides knowledge for leadership and management for hospital board trustees, physicians and executives. As a board member for the hospital, Petrone attended classes on the topics such as setting strategic direction; legal and regulatory issues; attributes of high-performing boards; and serving the community.

"Our firm takes pride in being an active part of this community, and it’s always rewarding to see one of our associates giving back in this manner," said Tom Hager, Managing Partner, Schlabig and Associates, Ltd.

The Governance Institute conducts research studies, tracks healthcare industry trends, and showcases the best practices of leading healthcare boards across the country. The Governance Institute is committed to its purpose of providing the essential knowledge and solutions necessary for hospitals and health systems to achieve excellence in governance.