National Conference of State Human Services Finance Officers 2026 Conference

State health and human services agencies are navigating rising demand, evolving funding and compliance requirements, workforce constraints, and growing expectations for more accessible, coordinated services. 
 
We know that stronger systems create healthier communities. You need practical support that connects policy, operations, technology, and program delivery. We work alongside you to strengthen financial stewardship, modernize operations, improve care quality, and build programs that create lasting value for individuals, families, and communities. 
 
Come hear our experts discuss innovative approaches that lead to measurable outcomes.

Guidehouse's Speaking Sessions

Monday, August 10

• 11:30am-12:20pm — Panel Discussion: Managing the Medicaid State Share with Michael Horoho
• 3:00pm-3:50pm — Medicaid Federal Reporting (CMS 644, CMS-21, CMS-37, CMS 21b) with Michael Horoho

Wednesday, August 12

• 1:00pm-1:50pm — AI in Human Services Operations with Rich Kim
• 2:00pm-2:50pm — H.R.1 - SNAP: Using AI to Reduce PER with Stephanie Jenewein
• 3:00pm-3:50pm — Cross-Program Integration: Child Welfare + Medicaid + Public Health with Alex Mayer

Thursday, August 13

• 8:30am-9:20am — Data Analytics for Fiscal Decision-Making (State Panel) with Rich Kim
• 9:30am-10:30am — Tribal-State Partnership with Alex Mayer
• 10:30am-11:20am — Leveraging TANF to Improve Child Welfare Outcomes with Alex Mayer
• 10:30am-11:20am — How to Identify & Incorporate H.R.1 Changes with Stephanie Jenewein
• 2:00pm-2:50pm — Policy Levers to Address the Rising Cost of Child Care with Christina Lopez Tracy Merriman Jost
• 3:00pm-3:50pm — Innovative State Funding Strategies to Expand Child Care with Christina Lopez and Tracy Merriman Jost