New Board Members and Officers Seated on the AAOE Board of Directors
The American Alliance for Orthopaedic Executives (AAOE) is proud to announce the seating of these new officers:
- Andrea Allyn, MBA, ATC, President
- Terrance Rosenthal, A.T., C, President-Elect
- Joseph Mathews, PT, DPT, Past President
- Brittany Powers, Treasurer
- Cindy Murray, Secretary
and three new at-large board members:
- Paul Bruning, DHA, Division Administrator, Duke University, Durham, NC
- Ross Rigdon, Chief Operations Officer, Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic, Raleigh, NC
- Samantha Ziolkowski, MS-HSA, Chief Operating Officer, Vero Orthopaedics, Vero Beach, FL
The newly seated board members bring a wealth of experience in orthopedic practice management, strategic operations, and healthcare leadership. Their deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing musculoskeletal practices will help guide AAOE’s mission to support and empower orthopedic executives nationwide.
“I’m honored to step into the role of Board President at such a pivotal time for orthopedic practice leadership,” said Andrea Allyn, incoming President of the AAOE Board of Directors. “I’m excited to work alongside such a talented group of board members, our dedicated CEO Addy Kujawa, and the incredible AAOE staff. Together, we will continue to advance the mission of AAOE and support our members as they lead their practices through both challenges and opportunities in healthcare.”
“We are thrilled to welcome these outstanding leaders to the AAOE Board of Directors,” said Addy Kujawa, CAE, DES, Chief Executive Officer of AAOE. “Their combined experience and vision will be invaluable as we continue to support orthopedic executives navigating the complexities of today’s healthcare environment. Their leadership will help ensure AAOE remains a trusted resource and strong advocate for the musculoskeletal community.”
As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, AAOE is steadfast in its commitment to forward-thinking, strategic leadership. Welcoming these distinguished professionals to the board strengthens our ability to represent the diverse perspectives of our membership and to navigate change with confidence and expertise.