Purpose
This page outlines the current internal structure of the Watsonian Society. Our board officers serve in executive positions overseeing the organization's activities, while our remaining members serve on larger committees.
Executive Board
- President – Veronica McCants
- President Elect – Heidi Pfeiffer
- Recorder – Ivy Singletary
- Field Staff – Angelita Vasser
- Retiree – Bob Kohmescher
- Treasurer/Exemplar – Anne-Renee Heningburg
Committee Chairs
Family Support
The Family Support Committee supports PHAs and their families during times of need. To find out more, please contact Heidi Pfeiffer at CTK5@cdc.gov.
Communications
The mission of the Communications Committee is to evaluate, create, and implement effective methods for communicating with the membership. To get involved, please contact LaShea Davis at LAX5@cdc.gov
Social Events and Activities
The mission of the Social Events and Activities Committee is to develop and organize activities and special events. For more information, please contact Jasmine Hulin at NFX6@cdc.gov.
Membership
The mission of the Membership Committee is to identify ways to recruit and retain members. For more information, please contact Abel Assefa at YOX6@cdc.gov.
Professional Development
The mission of the Professional Development Committee is to advance the professional skills of PHAs. To get involved, please contact Beth Golshir at KQO9@cdc.gov.
Community Service
The mission of the Community Service Committee is to coordinate community service projects. For more information, please contact Lauren Lambert at LAL0@cdc.gov.
Awards & Recognitions
The mission of the Awards and Recognition Committee is to recognize exceptional PHAs and honorary PHAs. To get involved, please email David Roberts directly at IRD8@cdc.gov.
Field Staff Representative
The goal of the Field Staff Representative is to serve as a liaison for field public health advisors. For more information, please contact Angelita Vasser at AZV0@cdc.gov
Retiree Representative
The Retiree Representative serves as a liaison for the public health advisors that have retired from the federal government. S/he supports networking and information exchange between retirees and PHAs across CDC. For more information, please contact Bob Kohmescher at bobk340@comcast.net.