Board of Directors Updates for 2026 

Leadership Transitions

• Kristi Stewart has completed her tenure on the President track. We thank her for her outstanding leadership and dedication.
• Sunni Wiltse moves into the Past President role.
• Stephanie Blakemore steps into the role of President.

Newly Approved Executive Board Members

• Gina Epperson – President-Elect
• Lindsay Fischer – VP of Professional Development
• Halcyon Frank – VP of Marketing and Communications

New Board Members

• Nathaniel Poole – Director of Communications
• Julia Burgess – Director of Professional Development
• Travis Simonsin – Director of Sponsorship
• Carrie Shively – Secretary

We also introduced a newly created board position, the Director of Technology, which will support the chapter’s digital tools and online member experience. This position is currently vacant so if you're interested, please reach out!