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SEMI Projects 300mm Memory Equipment Investment to Surpass $50 Billion in 2026
MILPITAS, California, July 5 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release:
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SEMI Projects 300mm Memory Equipment Investment to Surpass $50 Billion in 2026
AI-driven Demand for HBM, DDR5 and Data Storage Lifts Memory Investment Outlook, With Spending Projected to Approach $80 Billion by 2029
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Worldwide 300mm fab equipment investment in the memory sector is projected to surpass $50 billion for the first time in 2026, rising 29% to $52 billion before increasing another 11% to $57 billion in 2027, SEMI reported
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MILPITAS, California, July 5 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release:
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SEMI Projects 300mm Memory Equipment Investment to Surpass $50 Billion in 2026
AI-driven Demand for HBM, DDR5 and Data Storage Lifts Memory Investment Outlook, With Spending Projected to Approach $80 Billion by 2029
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Worldwide 300mm fab equipment investment in the memory sector is projected to surpass $50 billion for the first time in 2026, rising 29% to $52 billion before increasing another 11% to $57 billion in 2027, SEMI reportedtoday in its latest 300mm Fab Outlook. The growth reflects continued AI-driven demand for advanced memory, supported by rising investment in AI infrastructure, data centers, and next-generation computing systems.
Looking further out, global 300mm fab equipment spending in the memory sector is expected to grow at a 19% CAGR from 2024 to 2029. Worldwide 300mm memory capacity is also projected to increase, reaching 4.1 million wafers per month in 2026 and 4.2 million wafers per month in 2027.
"Strong demand for high bandwidth memory and other advanced memory technologies is reshaping investment priorities across the semiconductor supply chain," said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. "As AI infrastructure expands, memory manufacturers are accelerating investments in both capacity and technology migration to support the next wave of data-intensive applications."
Memory Segment Growth
The 2Q26 edition of the SEMI 300mm Fab Outlook includes an increased projection in 300mm fab equipment spending in the memory sector driven by continued upward capital expenditure plans among leading cloud service providers and strong demand for AI accelerators. DRAM equipment spending is expected to grow 29% to $37 billion in 2026, supported by strong HBM and DDR5 demand for GPUs and other AI accelerators. Equipment spending on 3D NAND is also projected to rise 28% to $14 billion in 2026, supported by increasing data storage requirements tied to AI deployment.
Continued investment in advanced-node DRAM and higher-layer 3D NAND is supporting a stronger memory capacity outlook, which has been revised upward in the 2Q26 edition of the SEMI 300mm Fab Outlook. Effective capacity growth, however, remains moderated by technology migration and process complexity, including advanced-node DRAM, HBM, and higher-layer NAND transitions.
The SEMI 300mm Fab Outlook (https://www.semi.org/en/products-services/market-data/300mm-fab-outlook) lists 413 facilities and lines globally. The report reflects 155 updates and addition of 7 new fabs/lines projects since its last publication in March 2026.
For more information on the report or to subscribe, please contact the SEMI Market Intelligence Team at mktstats@semi.org. More details are also available on the SEMI Market Data webpage.
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About SEMI
SEMI(R) is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON(R) expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members' business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.
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Original text here: https://www.semi.org/en/semi-press-release/semi-projects-300mm-memory-equipment-investment-to-surpass-50-billion-dollars-in-2026
[Category: Electronic Products]
Southern Shrimp Alliance Welcomes NOAA Fisheries' Regional Priorities
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, July 3 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release:
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Southern Shrimp Alliance Welcomes NOAA Fisheries' Regional Priorities
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NOAA Commits to Defend the Domestic Shrimp Fleet from Trade Imbalances
Yesterday, NOAA Fisheries announced regional priorities to advance the America-First Seafood Strategy, with a commitment "to defend the domestic shrimp fleet from trade imbalances...". The Southern Shrimp Alliance is grateful to President Trump's Administration for its continued work to ensure that domestic and international
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NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, July 3 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance posted the following news release:
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Southern Shrimp Alliance Welcomes NOAA Fisheries' Regional Priorities
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NOAA Commits to Defend the Domestic Shrimp Fleet from Trade Imbalances
Yesterday, NOAA Fisheries announced regional priorities to advance the America-First Seafood Strategy, with a commitment "to defend the domestic shrimp fleet from trade imbalances...". The Southern Shrimp Alliance is grateful to President Trump's Administration for its continued work to ensure that domestic and internationalfood producers are held to the same standards, increasing America's access to high-quality U.S. seafood.
"NOAA's commitment to defend the domestic shrimp fleet from trade imbalances is exactly the kind of action our industry has been seeking," said Blake Price, Executive Director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance. "When American shrimpers compete on a level playing field rather than against unfairly traded imports, consumers get more of what they want -high-quality, sustainable, wild-caught shrimp from nearby waters. That's good for consumers and for the country. Every pound of shrimp our fleet lands here at home is a pound that doesn't rely on opaque foreign supply chains and producers that have flouted our food safety, labor, and environmental standards."
NOAA's announcement of region-specific actions in support of the Executive Order on Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness is the latest move by the Trump Administration that recognizes the importance of rebuilding a domestic seafood supply chains and supporting the fishermen who depend on it.
On April 15, the Trump Administration established a USDA Office of Seafood to integrate seafood into USDA programs available to farmers and ranchers and to align seafood policy across federal agencies. SSA Board Member and Chairman of the North Carolina Fisheries Association Brent Fulcher thanked President Trump for his leadership directly, speaking during an Oval Office press conference on June 11.
Two weeks later, on June 25, President Trump hosted a dinner honoring farmers. Brent was among those invited, a recognition that fishermen are vital food producers alongside the nation's farmers and ranchers. The following morning, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins reiterated the Administration's desire to shift shrimp supply chains from abroad back to the United States.
NOAA Fisheries' regional priorities build on this momentum, announcing concrete commitments from the Department of Commerce agency responsible for stewarding the nation's ocean resources and optimizing the yield of each fishery. The Southern Shrimp Alliance looks forward to continuing to work with NOAA Fisheries, USDA, and the rest of the Trump Administration to ensure that American shrimpers -and the American consumers who depend on them for safe, sustainable, wild-caught shrimp -are no longer forced to compete against a flood of unfairly traded imports.
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Original text here: https://shrimpalliance.com/southern-shrimp-alliance-welcomes-noaa-fisheries-regional-priorities/
NABIP Announces 2026-27 Board of Trustees at 96th Annual Convention
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (formerly the National Association of Health Underwriters) issued the following news release:
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NABIP Announces 2026-27 Board of Trustees at 96th Annual Convention
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP) announced its 2026-27 Board of Trustees during the association's 96th Annual Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The newly elected leaders will guide the association's strategic priorities and advocacy efforts over the coming year.
Executive Committee:
President
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WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (formerly the National Association of Health Underwriters) issued the following news release:
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NABIP Announces 2026-27 Board of Trustees at 96th Annual Convention
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP) announced its 2026-27 Board of Trustees during the association's 96th Annual Convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The newly elected leaders will guide the association's strategic priorities and advocacy efforts over the coming year.
Executive Committee:
President- Mychal Walker
Mychal Walker is Managing Director of The Walker Agency in Duluth, Georgia. A longtime NABIP leader, he previously served as Georgia Chapter President, and Region IV Vice President and most recently as Incoming President. Mychal has been a strong advocate for the profession through NABIP's legislative and media initiatives.
Incoming President - Mark Gaunya
Mark Gaunya is Founder and CEO of Captivated Health in Methuen, Massachusetts. A respected healthcare innovator and longtime NABIP leader, he previously served as National Legislative Chair, President of the Massachusetts Chapter, and Delta Task Force Chair. He also co-authored NABIP's Healthcare Bill of Rights, reinforcing the association's leadership on healthcare policy and patient advocacy.
Vice President - Keith Wallace
Keith Wallace is National Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Trucordia Insurance Services in Bellingham, WA. Keith has served in numerous leadership roles, including Washington State Chapter President, National Membership Chair, Region VIII Vice President, and most recently as Treasurer and Secretary.
Treasurer - Patrick Burns
Patrick Burns is Founder and Managing Member of Burns Employee Benefits Insurance Services in Oakland, California. A longtime NABIP leader and legislative advocate, he previously served as Region VIII Vice President, California AHU President, and Golden Gate AHU President.
Secretary - Paige Phillips
Paige Phillips is Managing Partner of Paige Phillips Agency in Columbiana, Alabama, where she serves as a trusted Medicare advisor. She previously served as Region VI Vice President and has held numerous leadership roles, including Alabama Chapter President, Professional Development Chair, and Medicare Chair.
Immediate Past President - Susan Rider
A nationally recognized presenter and instructor, she previously served as NABIP President and has held numerous leadership roles, including Professional Development Chair, Media Chair, Young Agents Chair, Indiana Chapter President, and local chapter President.
"It is an honor to serve as NABIP President and work alongside such an outstanding leadership team," said Mychal Walker. "Together, we will continue strengthening our profession, advocating for the vital role of licensed agents and brokers, and ensuring our members have the education, resources, and support they need to succeed. As we move Forward Together, we remain committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional value to our members and the consumers they serve."
The 2026-27 Board of Trustees also includes:
* Legislative Council Chair - Chris Vanderwolk, Director of Compliance & Innovation, OneDigital | Kistler Tiffany Benefits General Agency
* Membership Chair - Michelle Wilson-Reynolds, Founder, MPOWR Assurance
* Professional Development Chair - Jennifer Lowery, President, Lowery Consulting Agency
* Region I Vice President - William G. (Bill) Stuart, Founding Partner, Benegames (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont)
* Region II Vice President - Alexis Bruni, Senior Benefits Consultant, Alera Group (Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia)
* Region III Vice President - Sara Walker-Hite, Owner & Principal Agent, Silver Wolf Insurance Services LLC (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia)
* Region IV Vice President - Liz Dannenberg, Director of Broker Relations, Self Fund Health (Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin)
* Region V Vice President - Angela Mlynarski, Regional Sales Manager, Sidecar Health (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee)
* Region VI Vice President - Nedra Clingan, Director of Sales & Account Management, Small Business - Texas/Oklahoma, UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual (Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas) - Region VII Vice President - Megan Fearing, Owner & Broker, Insurance Marketing Enterprises, Inc. (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming)
* Region VIII Vice President - Dawn McFarland, Founder & President, M&M Benefit Solutions Insurance Services (Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington)
The 2026-27 Board of Trustees officially began its term on July 1 and will lead the association's efforts to advance advocacy, professional development, and member engagement while championing the value of licensed health insurance and employee benefits professionals and the consumers they serve.
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NABIP is the preeminent organization for health insurance and employee benefits professionals, working diligently to ensure all Americans have access to high-quality, affordable healthcare and related benefits. To meet that vital mission, NABIP advances the interests of its members and advocates for sound public-policy solutions. NABIP represents and provides professional development opportunities for more than 100,000 licensed health insurance agents, brokers, general agents, consultants, and benefit professionals through more than 150 chapters across America.
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Original text here: https://nabip.org/media/11102/2026-2027-board-announcement.pdf
[Category: Insurance]
American Securities Association Issues Letter to House Rules Committee
WASHINGTON, July 3 (TNSletter) -- The American Securities Association issued the following letter to the House Rules Committee:
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Here is the text of the letter:
June 29, 2026
The Honorable Virginia Foxx
Chairwoman, Committee on Rules
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20510
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The Honorable Jim McGovern
Ranking Member, Committee on Rules
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20510
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Re: Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800
Dear Chairwoman Foxx and Ranking Member McGovern:
I. American Securities Association Support for Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800 - INVEST Act.
The
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WASHINGTON, July 3 (TNSletter) -- The American Securities Association issued the following letter to the House Rules Committee:
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Here is the text of the letter:
June 29, 2026
The Honorable Virginia Foxx
Chairwoman, Committee on Rules
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20510
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The Honorable Jim McGovern
Ranking Member, Committee on Rules
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20510
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Re: Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800
Dear Chairwoman Foxx and Ranking Member McGovern:
I. American Securities Association Support for Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800 - INVEST Act.
TheAmerican Securities Association1 (ASA) strongly supports Amendment No. 971 to H.R. 8800, which incorporates the full text of the Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation Act (INVEST Act).
The INVEST Act passed the House with broad bipartisan support.2 It tailors regulation for small public companies, expands investment opportunities in both public and private markets, and saves investors millions of dollars annually by permitting electronic delivery of client communications.
II. Section 205 - Improving Disclosure for Investors.
This provision makes electronic delivery of investor communication the default mechanism for shareholder and customer materials across broker-dealers, investment managers, and advisers -- a long overdue, common-sense update reflecting how the vast majority of investors receive and review information today. Investors who prefer paper may opt out at any time. The ASA thanks Reps. Huizenga and Sherman for their leadership on this provision.
III. Amendments to the Accredited Investor Definition (Title II).
The ASA supports expanding the accredited investor definition under SEC Rule 501. For nearly four decades, accredited status has been gated almost exclusively by income and net worth thresholds -- effectively sidelining millions of households from private investment opportunities. As the SEC's Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation has noted, this framework has had a disproportionately discriminatory impact on minorities.
The SEC took a step in the right direction in 2020 by permitting holders of FINRA Series 7, 65, or 82 licenses -- and potentially other credentials such as the CFA or CFP -- to qualify as accredited investors. But more can and should be done. Title II builds on that progress by creating additional pathways to accredited status beyond wealth thresholds This promotes financial inclusion by empowering a broader range of investors to access both public and private securities.
IV. Expanding the IPO On-Ramp (Title III).
The ASA strongly supports Title III's efforts to build on the success of the 2012 JOBS Act by further tailoring regulation for emerging growth companies (EGCs) and smaller public companies. Key provisions would extend "test the waters" and confidential filing accommodations to all issuers and reduce the required audited financial statement period for EGCs from three years to two -- lowering costs for pre-IPO companies and incentivizing more businesses to enter the public markets.
V. Conclusion.
The ASA has been proud to work alongside members of both parties on these issues and urges the House Rules Committee to make Amendment No. 971 in order for House consideration of H.R. 8800
Sincerely,
Christopher A. Iacovella, President & Chief Executive Officer, American Securities Association
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Original text and footnotes here: https://15c72067-2929-4106-8883-14b2d4025a5b.usrfiles.com/ugd/15c720_d513d8f0ce8340c8956b0c575db803a8.pdf
News Release here: https://www.americansecurities.org/post/asa-urges-house-rules-committee-to-make-invest-act-amendment-in-order
[Category: Financial Services]
American Petroleum Institute: Why Offshore Matters for America's Next 250 Years
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following statement on July 1, 2026:
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Why Offshore Matters for America's Next 250 Years
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, instability in the Middle East is a reminder of one of our country's greatest modern achievements: we changed our energy destiny. A generation ago, global disruptions exposed America's dependence on foreign energy. Today, the United States is the world's leading producer of oil and natural gas.
America didn't become an energy superpower by accident. It was built through decades of innovation,
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WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The American Petroleum Institute posted the following statement on July 1, 2026:
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Why Offshore Matters for America's Next 250 Years
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, instability in the Middle East is a reminder of one of our country's greatest modern achievements: we changed our energy destiny. A generation ago, global disruptions exposed America's dependence on foreign energy. Today, the United States is the world's leading producer of oil and natural gas.
America didn't become an energy superpower by accident. It was built through decades of innovation,investment and policies that expanded access to our abundant natural resources. Now, the next federal offshore leasing program will help determine whether that advantage endures well into the 2030s and beyond.
API's American Energy Security Framework identifies strengthening offshore leasing as a key priority for preserving America's long-term energy advantage. This week's American Energy Snapshot explains why.
Today's offshore industry operates under one of the world's most robust safety and operational frameworks. More than 275 API standards and recommended practices help guide offshore design, construction and operations, supporting continuous improvements in safety, reliability and environmental performance.
Built for the Long Term
Shale and offshore production play different -- but complementary -- roles.
Shale production provides speed and flexibility. Offshore production requires years of planning and investment, but delivers large, durable supplies of energy for decades. Together, they create a more resilient energy system.
According to Rystad Energy, a single offshore well can recover more than 10 million barrels of oil equivalent over its lifetime, while a typical Permian shale well produces less than one million barrels. Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration shows that in 2025 just 18 deepwater facilities accounted for nearly 10% of U.S. crude oil production -- more than the combined output of Oklahoma, Colorado and Wyoming.
America's energy advantage comes from a diverse energy system designed to deliver reliable energy safely and over the long term.
A Strategic National Asset
Offshore production creates value far beyond the barrels it produces.
It supports around 250,000 high-skilled American jobs, generates billions of dollars in public revenue, helps fund conservation through the Land and Water Conservation Fund, and supports American ports, manufacturers and a broad U.S. supply chain.
Today's Leasing Decisions, Tomorrow's Energy
Unlike most onshore production, offshore development depends almost entirely on federal leasing decisions.
Because projects require years of planning, billions of dollars of investment and often produce for decades, today's leasing decisions will help determine how much American energy is available well beyond the 2030s.
The upcoming five-year offshore leasing program is one of the country's most consequential long-term energy policy decisions. API has advocated for opening a relatively small area in the South-Central Gulf that could produce more than 470,000 additional barrels of oil per day by 2040, while leveraging existing infrastructure. Alaska and the Pacific also represent important opportunities to strengthen regional supply security and America's long-term resilience.
The Takeaway
Offshore oil and natural gas production is one of America's greatest strategic assets. It provides reliable energy for decades, supports high-paying American jobs, generates billions of dollars in public revenue and strengthens our ability to respond to future disruptions.
America didn't become an energy superpower by accident -- and it won't remain one by accident. Preserving that advantage requires long-term policy choices today so America has the energy it needs for the next 250 years.
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Original text here: https://www.api.org/news-policy-and-issues/news/2026/07/01/why-offshore-matters-for-america-next-250-years
[Category: Energy]
American Academy of PAs Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 3 -- The American Academy of Physician Associates issued the following news release:
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American Academy of PAs Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors
David J. Bunnell to Serve as President and Chair of the Board
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The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Board of Directors began its 2026-27 leadership year on July 1. The board will be led by President and Chair David J. Bunnell, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA, a dedicated leader with more than 20 years of clinical experience in high-acuity specialties.
Bunnell currently serves as Associate Professor and Director
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ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 3 -- The American Academy of Physician Associates issued the following news release:
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American Academy of PAs Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors
David J. Bunnell to Serve as President and Chair of the Board
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The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Board of Directors began its 2026-27 leadership year on July 1. The board will be led by President and Chair David J. Bunnell, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA, a dedicated leader with more than 20 years of clinical experience in high-acuity specialties.
Bunnell currently serves as Associate Professor and Directorof the Doctor of Medical Science program at the University of Maryland School of Graduate Studies. He brings extensive experience in clinical practice and higher education, having championed initiatives that strengthen the physician associate (PA) profession, improve patient access to high-quality care, and help prepare the next generation of PAs.
"I am honored to serve as president and chair of the AAPA Board of Directors and grateful for the trust our members have placed in me," said Bunnell. "As healthcare continues to evolve, PAs are essential to the health of our communities. Every day, PAs expand access to care, strengthen healthcare teams, and improve the lives of patients across the country."
Bunnell has served in numerous leadership positions within AAPA and the Association of PAs in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, where he has helped advance professional development, research, and advocacy efforts. He also served as the chair of the AAPA Governance Commission.
"I look forward to working alongside our members to strengthen the profession, support the next generation of PAs, and advocate for practice environments that enable PAs to contribute fully to patient care," continued Bunnell. "Together, we will continue demonstrating the value PAs bring to patients, healthcare teams, and communities while building the future of our profession together."
Members of AAPA's 2026-27 Board of Directors are:
* President and Chair of the Board: David J. Bunnell, PhD, PA-C, DFAAPA (Ellicott City, Maryland)
* President-elect: Leslie Clayton, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA (Plymouth, Minnesota)
* Immediate Past President: Todd A. Pickard, DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA, FASCO (Houston, Texas)
* Vice President and Speaker of the House: Peggy Walsh Sheryka, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA (Centennial, Colorado)
* Secretary-Treasurer: Brendan Lucas, DMSc, PA-C (Gallatin, Tennessee)
* Student Director: Laura Hassan, PA-C (Princess Anne, Maryland)
* Director-at-Large: Daniel Coll, MBA, MHS, PA-C, DFAAPA (Truckee, California)
* Director-at-Large: Paola Gonzalez, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C (Houston, Texas)
* Director-at-Large: Vic Holmes, PA-C, EdD (Plano, Texas)
* Director-at-Large: Rebecca Loveless, MHS, PA-C, DFAAPA (Kirkwood, Missouri)
* Director-at-Large: Brittany Strelow, DMSc, PA-C, MS, DFAAPA (Rochester, Minnesota)
* Director/First Vice Speaker of the House: Rachel Weinzimmer, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-EM, CPAAPA, DFAAPA (Grand Junction, Colorado)
* Director/Second Vice Speaker of the House: Jeremy Nelson, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA (Iowa City, Iowa)
* Chief Executive Officer: Lisa Gables, CPA (Clifton, Virginia)
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About the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
AAPA is the national membership organization for all physician associates/assistants (PAs). PAs are licensed clinicians who practice medicine in every specialty and setting. Trusted, rigorously educated and trained healthcare professionals, PAs are dedicated to expanding access to care and transforming health and wellness through patient-centered, team-based medical practice. Learn more about the profession at aapa.org and engage through Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X.
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Original text here: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2026/07/american-academy-of-pas-announces-2026-27-board-of-directors/
[Category: Medical]
America's Essential Hospitals Names New Board Leaders
WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The America's Essential Hospitals issued the following news release:
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America's Essential Hospitals Names New Board Leaders
Katrina Keefer, MPA, will serve as 2026-2027 chair of America's Essential Hospitals' board of directors. Keefer is president and CEO of DCH Health System, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
"The work of America's Essential Hospitals has never been more important," Keefer said. "I am honored and humbled to serve as the chair of a board dedicated to advancing policies and partnerships for the benefit of hospitals caring for the most vulnerable populations. I
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WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The America's Essential Hospitals issued the following news release:
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America's Essential Hospitals Names New Board Leaders
Katrina Keefer, MPA, will serve as 2026-2027 chair of America's Essential Hospitals' board of directors. Keefer is president and CEO of DCH Health System, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
"The work of America's Essential Hospitals has never been more important," Keefer said. "I am honored and humbled to serve as the chair of a board dedicated to advancing policies and partnerships for the benefit of hospitals caring for the most vulnerable populations. Ilook forward to working with my colleagues on the board and within the association, who share a commitment to advancing health equity, strengthening the nation's health care safety net through innovation, and improving outcomes for the patients and communities we serve."
Keefer succeeds Thomas Quatroche Jr., PhD, who recently departed as president and CEO of ECMC, in Buffalo, N.Y.
The board also welcomes the following leaders:
* Chair-Elect: Albert Wright Jr., PharmD, MHA, president and CEO, WVU Medicine, Morgantown, W.Va.
* Treasurer: Sheldon McLeod, CEO, NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, Brooklyn, N.Y.
Dixie James, MBA, president, Central Region of Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, continues as secretary, and Jacob Cintron, MAcc, MBA, president and CEO, University Medical Center of El Paso, El Paso, Texas, continues as past chair.
America's Essential Hospitals' board welcomes these new at-large directors:
* Carol Gomes, MS, CEO and chief operating officer, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, N.Y.
* Michael Wagner, MD, president and CEO, Care New England Health System, Providence, R.I.
"Essential hospitals have mission-focused leaders who serve their communities with purpose and compassion," said Jennifer DeCubellis, president and CEO of America's Essential Hospitals. "We are grateful for these leaders stepping up to ensure that we benefit nationally and drive health care quality and access forward together as essential health systems. At such a critical time, we have the very best leading the way!"
Essential Hospitals Institute, America's Essential Hospitals' research, education, and leadership development arm, also welcomed new leadership.
Shannon Sale, MHA, executive vice president and chief administrative officer of Grady Health System, in Atlanta, is the Institute's new board chair. She succeeds Rohit Bhalla, MD, MPH, senior vice president, chief clinical and quality officer at Stamford Hospital, in Stamford, Conn., who becomes past chair.
"At a time when health care organizations are being called on to do more than ever, Essential Hospitals Institute plays a critical role in helping essential hospitals develop solutions, share expertise, and improve outcomes for the people and communities we serve," said Sale. "As board chair, I look forward to partnering with my colleagues to shape and advance initiatives that foster innovation, cultivate future leaders, and generate the knowledge to strengthen the health care safety net for years to come."
The Institute board also welcomes the following leaders:
* Chair-Elect and Secretary: Deborah Visconi, MS, president and CEO, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, Paramus, N.J.
* Treasurer: Michelle O'Keefe, MA, chief communications officer, Eskenazi Health, Indianapolis
Jennifer DeCubellis continues to serve as recording secretary (ex officio).
The Institute board welcomes new at-large member director Carolynn Jones, JD, executive vice president and chief compliance and risk officer of Harris Health, in Houston. Two at-large outside directors also joined the board:
* Katherine Browne, MBA, MHA, principal, Constellation Consulting, Washington, D.C.
* Sarita Mohanty, MD, MBA, MPH, president and CEO, The SCAN Foundation, Long Beach, Calif.
For a full list of board members, visit the America's Essential Hospitals website (https://essentialhospitals.org/association/board-of-directors/).
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About America's Essential Hospitals
America's Essential Hospitals is the leading association and champion for hospitals dedicated to high-quality care for all, including those who face social and financial barriers to care. Since 1981, America's Essential Hospitals has advanced policies and programs that promote health and access to health care. We support our more than 400 members with advocacy, policy development, research, education, and leadership development. Communities depend on essential hospitals for care across the continuum, health care workforce training, research, public health, and other services. Supported by Essential Hospitals Institute, the association's research and education arm, essential hospitals innovate and adapt to lead all of health care toward better outcomes and value.
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About Essential Hospitals Institute
Essential Hospitals Institute leads research, education, dissemination, and leadership development for America's Essential Hospitals. To advance the quality, safety, and affordability of care at essential hospitals, the Institute identifies promising practices in the field, provides professional development training, promotes practice improvements, and disseminates innovative approaches to care. It does this with an eye toward improving individual and population health through community-integrated health care.
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Original text here: https://essentialhospitals.org/americas-essential-hospitals-names-new-board-leaders/
[Category: Health Care]
