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Board of Directors

At SHAA, we believe in transparency and the value of member involvement. We are pleased to announce that our Board of Directors' meetings are open to all SHAA members. This is a great opportunity for you to stay informed about the decisions and discussions shaping our organization, as well as to contribute your insights. The SHAA Board met on October 7th, 2024.

Our latest SHAA board meeting was filled with important updates and exciting news for our members! Here's a recap of what happened:

• Farewell to Dr. Larry Molt
  We celebrated the incredible service of Dr. Larry Molt with “Muffins for Molt.” After years of leadership and dedication, Dr. Molt will be deeply missed. His wisdom, commitment to advancing our field, and wonderful sense of humor made a lasting impact on SHAA. We wish him all the best!

• Convention Update
  Stephanie presented exciting updates regarding the upcoming convention. Registration will open on November 1. Stay tuned to our emails, website, and social media for more convention news! Click here to view Convention pricing.

• Board Appointments
  Jennifer Jones, the Immediate Past President, shared appointments made by the Governor's office for ABESPA Districts 3 & 6. Districts 1, 2, and 7 will be open for the next election cycle.

• Financial Report

  Dr. Carol Koch and Kathryn Barnhill reported that the SHAA investment account has moved to a more conservative balance, ensuring greater financial stability.

• Liaison Reports
  Lane Brown, committee chair for Private Practice, represented SHAA at the Blue Forum on 10/9. Stay tuned for updates in the SHAA Private Practice Facebook Group!
  We also welcomed our newest liaison, Taylor Saenz, representing AUDA.

• Legislative Impact
  Kandis Chatman and Tamara Harrison discussed the impact of SB129 for SHAA. The Executive Board voted in favor of renaming the DEI Committee to Minority Affairs and updating the scholarship titles to "Minority Scholarships."

• New Continuing Education Director
  We are excited to announce that Caitlin Stone will be transitioning into her new role as CE Director. She and Mary will be working together during the transition period.

• New Member App
  Kathryn Barnhill presented SHAA's new member app to the Executive Board. 

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