National Quality Award Board

​​​​​​QUALITY AWARD BOARD

We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for membership on the National Quality Award Board.

The Board plays an important role in advancing excellence across all 50 states by reviewing award submissions, applying established evaluation criteria, and recognizing individuals and teams that demonstrate exceptional quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

We invite nominations of individuals who:
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality and excellence;
  • Possess relevant professional knowledge, leadership experience, or subject-matter expertise;
  • Value diverse perspectives and collaborative decision-making; and
  • Are available to participate in Board meetings, training, and award-review activities.
Self-nominations are welcome. To nominate yourself or another qualified individual, please fill out the form https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VBPFGHV starting October 1st- October 31st (deadline).

Questions about the nomination process or Board responsibilities may be directed to Sara Sherwood at Ssherwood@ahca.org.

We encourage you to help us identify dedicated individuals who will strengthen the integrity and impact of the National Quality Award program.

About

In 2007, the AHCA Board of Governors established the Quality Award Board to promote integrity, preserve credibility and ensure sustainability and success of the Quality Award program. The responsibilities of the Board include:
  • Oversight of key program functions, such as criteria establishment, program policies and procedures, Examiner training and review protocols.
  • Oversight of the strategic direction of the program, which includes an annual strategic planning process.
  • Engage charter teams to support performance improvement and accomplishment of the strategic plan.
  • Report to AHCA/NCAL Leadership and the AHCA Board of Governors as appropriate.
Download Quality Award Board brochure to learn more. 


2026 BOARD

​ 2026 Board 


 
Andrea Aston, LCSW, LNHA: Administrator - George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home
 
Cathy Sunlin, MS, RN: Independent Healthcare Consultant – Long-Term Care
 
Maureen Carland, LNHA: Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs - Maine Health Care Association
 
Emily Buckles MSN, RN-BC, Vice President, Resident Services – Dial Senior Living
 
James Gordon, Adjunct Professor – Dalton State University
 
Shauna Kapsner, LALD: Director of Education and Events – Care Providers of Minnesota
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Christopher E. Laxton, Independent Consultant in Aging Services, Former Executive Director, PALTmed
 
Cathy Bergland: President - CB Leadership Group
 
Paul Grizzell: President – Core Values Partners, Inc.
 
Megan Corcoran, NHA, CQP, Regional Director of Operations- Health Dimensions Group
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Tawnya Dennis – Senior Administrator – Lofland Park
Dahlia Kroth: Vice President, Strategic Relations – SHP
 

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Sara Sherwood, Senior ​Director, Quality Award Program​ at ​ssherwood@ahca.org or 202-454-1290.​​

‭(Hidden)‬ Nomination Form

​The Quality Award Board is currently seeking self-nominations to the Quality Award Board for a three-year term starting January 2025. The nomination deadline is November 1, 2024.