President
The President is responsible for overseeing all aspects of organization activities; represents the organization at professional and public events; and provides leadership to assist movement toward the AHNA’s mission

Role Responsibilities:

• Leadership Role on Council/General: 
  • Attends Leadership Council Meetings.
  • Attends National Conference.
  • Serves as Liaison/Advisor to the Conference Planning Committee.
  • Writes Leadership Council Reports.
  • Performs Special Assignments.
  • Writes articles for Beginnings as requested.
  • Collaborates with other Leadership Council members regarding all activities.
• President’s Activities:
  • Presides at all meetings of the AHNA Membership and Leadership Council.
  • Assumes leadership of the Leadership Council.
  • Assumes responsibility for operations, culture, and direction of the Association.
  • Oversees operations of the Association in collaboration with the Executive Director 
  • Communicates with the Leadership Council on a regular basis in a written monthly report, and via e-mail and telephone as necessary.
  • Mentors the President-Elect in preparation for assuming the office of President.
  • Directs the Leadership Council’s selection of the Holistic Nurse of the Year.
  • Appoints the Nominating Committee.
  • Liaison to Conference Planning Committee
  • Oversees the Advisory Council
  • Advises all committees regarding mission and vision of the Association.
  • Serves as Liaison to AHNCC or appoints someone to fill that position.
  • Represents AHNA to professional and consumer groups.
  • Reviews and approves all contracts prior to signing

President-Elect
• The President-Elect serves as the liaison between the Association and other organizations and associations, nationally and internationally. In the absence of the President, the President-Elect acts on behalf of the Association. 
Role Responsibilities:

• Attends Leadership Council Meetings
• Attends National Conference.
• Assists with National Conference as needed.
• Writes Leadership Council Reports.
• Performs Special Assignments.
• Writes articles for Beginnings as requested.
• Collaborates with other Leadership Council members regarding all activities.

            Liaison Activities:

• Acts as the liaison between the Association and other organizations and associations, nationally and internationally.
• Explores collaborative partnerships with other organizations and associations.
• Designates committees to assist with liaison activities as needed.

            Committee and Association Activities:

• Coordinates the following committees:
  • By-laws (Chairs)
  • Ethics
  • Conference Planning Committee
    • Oversees other task forces as assigned by the President.
    • Reviews Leadership Council Handbook annually.
    • Revises above as needed.
    • Serves on the Finance Committee.
    • Assists the President.
    • Prepares to assume the office of President at the end of term.