Executive Team
About The AAN
Meet The AAN Executive Team by Department
The Executive Team implements strategic goals set by the Board of Directors of the AAN and AAN Institute.
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