Executive Team

EXECUTIVE AND LEGAL ADMINISTRATION

Leads staff on daily operations, strategic planning facilitation, and implementation.

Mary E. Post, MBA, CAE, Chief Executive Officer

John Hutchins, JD, General Counsel

EDUCATION, SCIENCE, AND CONFERENCES

Develops education and member career development opportunities. Oversees science and research activities. Fosters relationships with Industry partners.

Kelly Ricker, Chief Learning Officer

Finance and Facilities

Oversees finance, accounting, investments, and risk management

Kevin C. Myren, CPA, Chief Financial Officer

HEALTH POLICY & Quality

Promotes advocacy initiatives and develops tools to benefit the practice of neurology and improve the lives of patients.  

Jason Kopinski, CAE, MS, Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Executive Director

HUMAN RESOURCES

Develops and executes human resource strategy in support of the strategic business objectives of the AAN and oversees diversity and inclusion.

Deanna Ekholm, SPHR, Chief Human Resources and Diversity Officer

COMMUNICATIONS, MEMBERSHIP, and Technology

Building, sustaining, and managing the AAN’s reputation as seen and understood by members and the public.

Angela Babb, MS, CAE, APR, Chief Communications and Membership Officer

Operations and Publications

Oversees operations, strategic planning, and Academy publications.

Jason Kopinski, CAE, MS, Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Executive Director