Cocktails with Chairs

Candid Insights, Mentorship, and Connection in a Relaxed Setting!

Ever wondered what it really takes to lead a department in emergency medicine? Join us for one of SAEM’s most popular and inspiring networking events — Cocktails with Chairs — where accomplished EM department chairs share candid stories about their professional journeys, the lessons they’ve learned, and the pivotal moments that shaped their paths to leadership.

Set in a relaxed, social atmosphere, this event invites open conversation and genuine connection. Grab a drink from the cash bar, ask questions, and gain firsthand insight into the realities of leadership — from navigating challenges to celebrating milestones along the way.

Expect an evening of candid dialogue, interactive Q&A, and meaningful networking with mentors, peers, and future colleagues who can help guide your path toward leadership in emergency medicine — all in a welcoming environment that perfectly blends professional insight with collegial connection.

Who Should Attend

Residents, fellows, and early-career physicians eager to explore academic leadership or understand what it takes to become an emergency medicine department chair.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired — one conversation (and one cocktail) at a time.

Sponsored by SAEM Residents & Medical Students (RAMS).