Committees
2025 - 2026
Archives
Brian Adams, chair
Alison Ehrlich
Louis Kuchnir
Industry Support
Michael Lewitt, chair
Scott Drew
Heidi Prather
Constitution
Clay Cockerell, chair
Christen Mowad
Mark Zalla
Endowment Fund
Jennifer Vesper, chair
Michael Scannon
Andy Ondo
Michael O’Donoghue
Legal and Ethics
Michael Greenberg, chair
Allison Ehrlich
Alina Bridges
Finance
James Ulery, Jr., chair
Alina Bridges
Craig Eichler
David Shupp
General Arrangements
Ashish Bhatia, chair
Membership
Antoanella Calame, chair
Natasha Mesinkovska
Deirdre Hooper
David Shupp
New Member Orientation
Maral Skelsey, chair
Alan Arbuckle
Amy Spizuoco
Jeff Altman
Nominating
Robert Brodell, chair
Michael O'Donoghue
Kathleen Hectorne
Jeffrey Altman
Nicole Brandt
Photography
Peter Muelleman
Michael Scott
Resident Lectureship
Peter Friedman, chair
Ata Moshiri
Jeannette Jakus
Scientific
Stan Tolkachjov, Chair
Michelle Tarbox
Sports
Brian Adams, chair (run/walk)
Robert Brodell (croquet)
Morgan Magid (tennis)
Allison Ehrlich (yoga)
Committee Descriptions
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Preserves the history of the Society by collecting and curating photos from Annual Meetings.
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Leads industry fundraising and sponsor engagement, securing critical financial support for the Annual Meeting.
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Ensures the Society’s governance remains current and aligned with its mission by reviewing and recommending updates to the Bylaws.
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Provides financial oversight, reviews budgets and investments, and ensures the Society’s long-term financial health.
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Plans the social and logistical aspects of the Annual Meeting, including venues, meals, and entertainment.
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Advises the Board of Trustees on legal and ethical issues as needed.
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Screens and recommends new member applications and ensures applicants align with the Society’s standards and values.
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Welcomes and integrates new members into the Society, fostering a sense of connection and engagement.
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Develops slates of candidates for Board and committee leadership and promotes Society involvement in external leadership opportunities.
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Curates the scientific content of the Annual Meeting, selects speakers, and oversees CME compliance.
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Identifies and evaluates future meeting locations, presenting final options to the Board of Trustees.
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Including the Blanched Soldiers of Noah, Book Club, Photography, and Sports Committees, these groups organize educational and social sessions that enhance the unique character of the Annual Meeting.