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Open Board Positions Submission Deadline: May 8 Are you looking to learn more about being a PA in our state? Looking to work hand-in-hand with an amazing group of people? Volunteers on the Board is not only for those with prior leadership experience, it's for anyone that wants to share new ideas, and gain more leadership experience and knowledge throughout the course of their term. This is a fun and informative way to get involved and still maintain a healthy work/life balance. There are four meetings, two of which are help in conjunction with the Spring and Fall CME Conferences. From there, it is up to each volunteer to decide what depth they will get involved. Each IPAS Board Member must be a fellow member of AAPA. OPEN POSITIONS 1 - President Elect 1 - Secretary 1 - Director at Large 1 - HOD Representative President-Elect is a three-year term and moves to President, and then to Past President. The secretary and director at large board seats are two year terms. If you want to run for the HOD Delegate seat, you must be able to attend the AAPA Annual Conference for the next four years (this is Iowa's National Voice). To include your name on the ballot, please send us a paragraph about yourself and why you wish to run for office. To nominate someone for office, please send the nominee's information to a Board Member so that the individual can be contacted. For more information about the positions, please contact Lane Till, Executive Director, director@iapasociety.org . .

After careful consideration, the Board of Directors has made the decision to change our management company. This was not a decision that we came to lightly as we have partnered with our current organization since 2004. While we are thankful for their years of hard work and expertise, at the beginning of fall it became clear that a change was needed in order for IPAS to continue to grow. This change aligns with our commitment to deliver the best possible experience to our members. Starting December 1st, we’re partnering with Capture Management Solutions, a highly regarded, Des Moines based firm, who has experience in supporting healthcare associations similar to ours. Their expertise and dedication align with our mission, and we’re confident that this transition will bring about positive changes for our entire community. As part of this exciting development, in response to your input, we’re not just stopping at a new management company – we’re also thrilled to announce the upcoming development of a brand new website and membership database. Our goal is to create a user-friendly platform that better serves your needs, making it easier to access information, connect with fellow members and stay informed about the latest IPAS news and events. While we are enthusiastic about these positive changes, we want to acknowledge that, as with any transition, there may be some delays in response times. While Capture Management Solutions has developed a comprehensive plan to minimize disruptions, we appreciate your understanding and patience during this period.  Thank you for being an essential part of the IPAS community. We’re excited about this new chapter and the positive impact it will have on IPAS. Warm Regards, Rachel Rokser MPAS, PA-C President, Iowa PA Society