“…ACHE is the leading professional organization that pulls us all together, from administrators to clinicians to suppliers.”

Question:
When did you start volunteering with your chapter?

Answer:
In 2013, I was invited to serve on an education panel. In 2018, I became more involved as a board member overseeing educational programming for two years before becoming president-elect and president.

Question:
What are some of your fulfilling experiences as a chapter leader?

Answer:

• Planning and organizing educational programs for our members and community for two consecutive years. It always made me happy to read the comments on the program surveys and learn how that program impacted that person and how they envisioned implementing what they learned. I also pulled together our chapter’s first “mini-cluster,” where we offered two educational programs and a networking event.
• Leading our chapter’s rebranding campaign. Redesigning and launching our new website and improving our LinkedIn profile has helped engage members and attract new ones. Since the start of this year, out LinkedIn followers have doubled, and engagement has increased.
• Redesigning our sponsorship packages to represent an enhanced digital presence, which has been very well received.
• Celebrating members’ accomplishments is something I find very exciting and gratifying.

Question:
Why do you volunteer with ACHE of South Florida?

Answer:
I volunteer because of the personal satisfaction I get from accomplishing what I mentioned above. Serving and recognizing our members, while expanding our membership base, are my personal missions as chapter president. Additionally, volunteering with the chapter allows me to feed my creative and entrepreneurial spirit.

Question:
Why should ACHE members volunteer with their local chapter?

Answer:
Volunteering is a great opportunity to give back, expand your network and learn. ACHE is the leading professional organization that pulls us all together, from administrators to clinicians to suppliers.

Question:
What are some other volunteer activities you’ve participated in?

Answer:
I’ve enjoyed volunteering at my child’s school, helping a nonprofit dedicated to providing resources for the elderly and disabled and serving as a mentor. I have also spent time participating in community health education programs. I would like to become involved with opportunities that support diversity and inclusion initiatives and improving access to care for underserved populations.      

To learn more about ACHE of South Florida, visit ACHEofSouthFlorida.org.

Source: https://www.ache.org/blog/2021/volunteering-changes-lives-including-yours?_aiid=12167