We are pleased to announce that Shawn Baird has joined the American Ambulance Association as Vice President of State Affairs and Strategic Advocacy, effective January 1, 2026.

Shawn brings more than 35 years of experience in emergency medical services across every level of the industry, along with a distinguished record of volunteer leadership at both the state and federal levels, including serving as President of the American Ambulance Association.

In his new role, Shawn will work closely with the Government Affairs team, focusing on state-level advocacy priorities such as balance billing, Rural Health Transformation funding, and other legislative and regulatory initiatives—while ensuring strong alignment with AAA’s federal policy goals. We are excited to welcome his expertise and leadership as we head into a pivotal year for EMS advocacy.