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PALTmed Leadership Program

PALTmed’s Leadership Program seeks to identify and develop future volunteer leaders of the association. This program is designed to cultivate future PALTmed volunteer leaders, providing members with an unparalleled opportunity to grow and make an impact. This exclusive program identifies and nurtures participants, equipping them with the skills and insights needed to lead the association and advance the mission.

Through mentorship, education, and discussion participants in the PALTmed Leadership Program gain unique access to association insights, governance practices, and an inspiring network of peers and current PALTmed leaders. Develop strategic vision, enhance your leadership skills, and prepare to drive meaningful change within PALTmed.

The Leadership Program is offered every year and is led by Heidi White, MD, MHS, MEd, CMD, and Victoria Walker, MD, CMD.

Benefits of the PALTmed Leadership Program

  • Develop your volunteer leadership skills
  • Expand your network and accelerate your professional growth
  • Learn about PALTmed’s governance, operations, and sphere of influence
  • Be mentored by highly respected PALTmed leaders
  • Make significant contributions through a group project
  • Be prepared to serve as a future leader at the national or chapter level

Program Schedule 

  • Application Period: December 2024
  • Review Period: December 2024
  • Notification: January 2025
  • Pre-Work Period: February – March 2025 (on your own)
  • Kick-off Program Meeting: March 2025 (at PALTC25)
  • Online Learning Period: April – July 2025
  • Group Project Work Period: September 2025 – March 2026 (virtual)
  • In-Person Presentations: March 2026

Application Requirements

  • To qualify, candidates must have an interest in developing these skills to serve their Chapter and PALTmed as future volunteer leaders. They must also be current members of PALTmed.

A total of nine applicants will be selected for the 2025 class. To apply for the PALTmed Leadership Program, please submit your application by December 20, 2024. 

The application includes:

  • Personal statements (500 words or less) explaining why they should be selected for the Leadership Program
  • A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
  • How did you hear about this program? 
  • Letter of recommendation from a current PALTmed member. The letter should attest to your leadership abilities and/or qualifications for this program. (Optional)

Please email the above materials to Kim Straubing at kstraubing@paltmed.org by December 20, 2024.