Best Point Education & Behavioral Health held its annual All Staff Summit on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Hard Rock Casino, bringing together employees from across the organization for a meaningful day of connection, recognition, and reflection.
The annual summit serves as an opportunity to celebrate the dedication and impact of Best Point’s staff while reinforcing the organization’s shared mission and goals for the year ahead. The day included organizational updates, interactive activities, and the presentation of employee awards recognizing excellence across Best Point’s programs and services.
The program began with opening remarks from John Bultema, III, Chair of the Board of Trustees, and John Banchy, President & CEO of Best Point, followed by remarks from Kate Schroder, President & CEO of Interact for Health. Throughout the morning, employees were recognized during the presentation of the Behavioral Health Awards and Heidt Center of Excellence Awards, along with a Mission Moment video highlighting the impact of Best Point’s work.
Additional speakers and award presenters included:
- Nicole Pfirman, Senior Vice President, MindPeace
- Jill Miller, President & CEO, bi3
- Margie Weaver, Director of Children’s Services, Hamilton County Job & Family Services
- LaNora Godfrey, President & CEO, Hamilton County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board
The afternoon program continued with the presentation of the Butler Behavioral Health Awards, CoStars Awards, Education Awards, and Presidential Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions and service across the organization. The summit concluded with closing remarks from John Banchy, reaffirming Best Point’s commitment to collaboration, innovation, and serving children, families, and the broader community.
The annual All Staff Summit remains a cornerstone event for Best Point Education & Behavioral Health bringing employees together to celebrate achievements, honor excellence, and look ahead to another year of making a positive impact through hope, healing, and support.
About Best Point Education & Behavioral Health: Best Point Education & Behavioral Health transforms the lives of over 15,989 individuals and their families each year across 176 community locations throughout the Tri-State area. With more than 50 community and campus-based programs, Best Point offers a wide range of services including a state-of-the-art campus for autism and preschool services, comprehensive education and behavioral health programs for individuals and families, pediatric mental health urgent care, and a school-based health center. In 2025, Best Point expanded its impact by welcoming Butler Behavioral Health as a wholly owned subsidiary, further strengthening its continuum of care and extending services to individuals of all ages. www.bestpoint.org
