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American Ambulance Association Announces 2023 EMSNext Winners

Washington D.C. – The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is proud to announce the 2023 EMSNext Award Winners. This initiative shines a light on EMS’ emerging leaders, encouraging them to expand their horizons and skill sets by diving into the unique leadership programs, opportunities, and events offered by the AAA. EMSNext is more than an award; it’s a gateway for these promising individuals to connect, grow, and lead the future of emergency medical services.

“We are excited to celebrate the 2023 EMSNext Award recipients,” shared AAA President Randy Strozyk. “This recognition highlights our commitment to supporting the next generation of EMS leaders. Their passion and forward-thinking ideas are a source of inspiration for our entire community.”

Sarah Baker | Project Manager, Global Medical Response | Surprise, AZ

Suzanne Barham | Director of Public Relations, Pafford Medical Services, Inc. |Hope, AR

Bradley Baucom |  Senior Program Director, Global Medial Response | Lufkin, TX

Josh Brumwell  | Chief Operating Officer, Patient Care EMS – South Dakota | Sioux Falls, SD

Peter Carlson|  Chief of Paramedicine, Medically Home | Boston, MA

John Casey  | Vice President of Operations, Coastal Medical Transportation | Wilmington, MA

Julian Dewberry | Director Business Development, Falk USA | South Pasadena, CA

Lance Hester | Deputy Chief of EMS Operations, American Medical Response | Atlanta, GA

Chase Hodges |  General Manager of Illinois Operations, Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc. | Elmhurst, IL

Allison Infinger |  Performance Improvement Manager, Mecklenburg EMS Agency |  Charlotte, NC

Stacey Jordan |  Operations Manager, Global Medical Response | Mound Ridge, KS

Tisha Kalich  | Operations Coordinator, Acadian Ambulance Service | Austin, TX

Anthony Maneri |  President, TriCare Medical Transportation | Pleasantville, NJ

Lydia McCrary | EMS Deputy Chief/Paramedic, Chatham Emergency Service/Mercy Ambulance Service | Savannah, GA

Naoko Miyamoto | Head of People and Culture, Falk USA | Orange, CA

Viktoriya Monosova | Manager, Operations, Training & Education, Northwell Health Center for EMS | New Hyde Park, NY

Randy Murry | Director of Mississippi Operations, Pafford Medical Service, Inc. | Hope, AR

Keisha Sparks |  Operations Manager, Acadian Ambulance | Lafayette, LA

Page Thoreson | Revenue Cycle Manager, Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc. | Grove City, OH

Jenny Walters | Manager, Center for Integrated Health and Community Education, REMSA Health | Reno, NV

Kyle Wolber | Director of Logistics, Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service, Inc. | Elmhurst, IL

The winners will receive complimentary registration to the American Ambulance Association Annual Conference & Trade Show in Las Vegas, NV June 26-28. They will also be recognized at our opening keynote address on Monday, June 26, 2023.

“EMSNext serves as a vital platform for cultivating the talent that will drive the future of EMS,” says Strozyk. “It’s about celebrating and equipping those who have the vision and courage to lead and innovate in our industry.”

About the American Ambulance Association

The American Ambulance Association safeguards the future of mobile healthcare through advocacy, thought leadership, and education. AAA advances sustainable EMS policy, empowering its members to serve their communities with high-quality on-demand healthcare. For more than 40 years, AAA has proudly represented those who care for people first.