Association For The Advancement Of

Arlington, VA ยท Founded 2010

Provides global leadership and programs to enhance safety and efficacy of medical instrumentation and health technology

Primary audience
Healthcare Professionals
Work area
Standards and Education
Topic
Medical Technology Safety
Contact
Pamela Arora
Website Contact

About Organization

The organization provides multidisciplinary leadership and programs that enhance the goals and capabilities of healthcare institutions, government, industry, and other institutions related to medical instrumentation and technologies. Based in Arlington, VA, the organization operates with 57 employees and 11,401 volunteers, generating $19.8 million in annual revenue. Founded in 2010, it serves as a central resource for advancing safety in health technology.

What They Focus On

Medical Device Safety

Advancing safety standards and best practices for medical instrumentation used in healthcare delivery and patient care

Professional Development

Building capabilities of healthcare professionals, government agencies, and industry through education and training programs

Technology Management

Supporting healthcare institutions in effective development, management, and use of medical technology and instrumentation

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$19.8M

-1.5% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$16.6M

-4.7% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$43.2M

+14.2% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

57

-5% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $19,848,842 $16,613,462 $43,150,566 57
2022 $20,159,735 $17,428,949 $37,796,949 60
2021 $18,834,944 $14,931,474 $28,819,404 60
2020 $16,187,252 $14,190,010 $25,944,802 62
2019 $13,964,935 $14,682,299 $22,449,176 59
2018 $15,844,533 $17,109,298 $23,912,350 55

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Standards Development

    Establish safety and efficacy standards for medical instrumentation through multidisciplinary expert collaboration

  • 02

    Education and Training

    Deliver professional programs to healthcare institutions, government agencies, and industry professionals

  • 03

    Technology Evaluation

    Assess medical devices and instrumentation for safety, effectiveness, and compliance with standards

  • 04

    Global Implementation

    Support healthcare institutions worldwide in adopting safe medical technology practices and management

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Association For The Advancement Of

Global Leadership Programs

Provides multidisciplinary leadership to professions, healthcare institutions, and government agencies in medical instrumentation

Safety Standards Development

Develops and promotes standards for safe and effective use of medical instrumentation across healthcare settings

Professional Education

Delivers training and educational programs to enhance capabilities in medical technology management and delivery

Technology Assessment

Evaluates medical instrumentation and related technologies for safety, efficacy, and best practices in healthcare delivery

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Association For The Advancement Of.

Pamela Arora

Pamela Arora

Director
Full-time
Compensation: $556,019
Cherie Pardue Chcio

Cherie Pardue Chcio

Vice Chair, Health IT
2 hrs/week
Jennifer Benolken Cppl

Jennifer Benolken Cppl

Vice Chair, Sterilization
2 hrs/week
Linda Ricci

Linda Ricci

Director-at-Large
2 hrs/week
Barrett Franklin

Barrett Franklin

Director-at-Large
Brian Barry

Brian Barry

Director-at-Large
Diane Wurzburger JD Rac

Diane Wurzburger JD Rac

Vice Chair, Industry
Elizabeth F Claverie

Elizabeth F Claverie

Director-at-Large
Kurt A Finke

Kurt A Finke

Vice Chair, HTM
Walt Rosebrough

Walt Rosebrough

Chair
Heidi E. Horn

Heidi E. Horn

Chair-Elect
Gerry McDonnell

Gerry McDonnell

Treasurer
Janet Prust

Janet Prust

Immediate Past Chair
Monica Wilkins

Monica Wilkins

Director-at-Large
Aaron Dunbar

Aaron Dunbar

Director-at-Large
Lawrence W. Hertzler

Lawrence W. Hertzler

Director-at-Large
Bakul Patel

Bakul Patel

Director-at-Large
Priyanka U. Sollinger

Priyanka U. Sollinger

Director-at-Large
RB

Robert Burroughs

Chief Learning Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $334,053
EG

Edmund Glabus

Chief Admin Officer As Of 06/2024
Full-time
Compensation: $175,717
MA

Michael Appel MD

Director As Of 06/2024
2 hrs/week
MM

Michael McNeil

Director Until 02/2024
2 hrs/week
PU

Priyanka Upendra

Director As Of 06/2024
2 hrs/week
SJ

Samantha Jacques PHD Fache

Aamif, Director As Of 06/2024
2 hrs/week
AB

Amanda Benedict

VP
Full-time
Compensation: $216,994
JS

John Sloan

VP
Full-time
Compensation: $214,232
SR

Stephanie Rizk

VP Until 12/2023
Full-time
Compensation: $206,061
JL

Joseph Lewelling

VP
Full-time
Compensation: $196,663
SC

Stephen Campbell - Chief

Operating Officer Until 09/2024
32 hrs/week
Compensation: $194,822
SS

Sherrie Schulte

VP
Full-time
Compensation: $191,597
FM

F Mike Busdicker

Director
HM

Herman McKenzie MBA Chsp

Director
LH

Larry Hertzler

Director
LR

Linda Ruiz

Director
RB

Ralph Basile

Director

Milestones

2010

Organization Founded

2010

Established to advance safety and efficacy of medical instrumentation globally

2011

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

2011

Received IRS recognition as tax-exempt organization under subsection 6

2019

Revenue Growth Phase

2019

Reached $14 million in annual revenue serving healthcare technology sector

2022

Peak Operations

2022

Achieved highest annual revenue of $20.2 million with 60 employees

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

BF
Barrett Franklin Director 2.00 hrs/week
BB
Brian Barry Director 2.00 hrs/week
DW
Diane Wurzburger JD Rac Director 2.00 hrs/week
EF
Elizabeth F Claverie Director 2.00 hrs/week
FM
F Mike Busdicker Director 2.00 hrs/week
GM
Gerald McDonnell - Director Until 06/2024 Then Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
HH
Heidi Horn Ma Aamif - Treas Sec Until 06/2024, Chair-Elect 2.00 hrs/week
HM
Herman McKenzie MBA Chsp Director 2.00 hrs/week
JP
Janet Prust - Chairperson Until 06/2024 Then Imm Past Chair 2.00 hrs/week
KA
Kurt A Finke Director 2.00 hrs/week
LH
Larry Hertzler Director 2.00 hrs/week
LR
Linda Ruiz Director 2.00 hrs/week
RB
Ralph Basile Director 2.00 hrs/week
WR
Walt Rosebrough - Chair-Elect Until 06/2024 Then Chair 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$2.7M

Highest Paid

$636K

Pamela Arora

Compensated Officers

9

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Pamela Arora CEO $556,019 $80,183 $636,202 35.5
Robert Burroughs Chief Learning Officer $334,053 $73,780 $407,833 37.5
Amanda Benedict VP $216,994 $39,112 $256,106 37.5
John Sloan VP $214,232 $40,797 $255,029 37.5
Joseph Lewelling VP $196,663 $58,035 $254,698 37.5
Stephanie Rizk VP Until 12/2023 $206,061 $44,056 $250,117 37.5
Sherrie Schulte VP $191,597 $49,891 $241,488 37.5
Stephen Campbell - Chief Operating Officer Until 09/2024 $194,822 $27,500 $222,322 31.9
Edmund Glabus Chief Admin Officer As Of 06/2024 $175,717 $15,932 $191,649 37.5

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
Aami Foundation Inc
Arlington, VA
Advancement In The Field Of Medical Instrumentation
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
14 Registrations
13 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 13 total

American Association For The Advancement Of Science
1 filing
Self
American Association Of Blood Banks, Dba Association For The Advancement Of Bloo
1 filing
Self
Association For The Advancement Of Artificial Intelligence
1 filing
Self
National Association For The Advancement Of Animal Science
1 filing
Self
National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People
1 filing
Self
A
Advion (Formerly National Association For The Support Of Long Term Care)
2 filings
A
American Association For The Treatment Of Opioid Dependence
1 filing
A
Association For The Improvement Of American Infrastructure
1 filing
N
National Association For The Education Of Young Children
1 filing
N
National Association For The Employment Of People Who Are Blind (Naepb)
1 filing
N
National Association For The Employment Of Persons Who Are Blind (Naepb)
1 filing
N
National Association For The Self-Employed (Nase)
1 filing
P
Pennsylvania Association For The Blind
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Association For The Advancement Of

Phone

(703) 525-4890

Social

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901 N Glebe St Suite 300 Arlington, VA 22203