Brenda Jo “Jody” Ciccone Snyder BS, MPH, RN, CPHQ OAHQ’s Mission is to improve the delivery of healthcare by advancing the theory and practice of quality management by supporting the professional growth and development of healthcare professionals City where you were born or grew up: Born in Louisa, KY and in lived Columbus, Ohio for 50+ years. City you reside in now: Columbus, Ohio Your Alma Mater: Columbus State, Capital University, Ohio State Current employer, current position: Retired - Veterans Affairs- Chief, Quality Management Interests: The Beach!! Length of time serving as a Board member/offices held: Board member 10 years, President X 3, Conference Co-Chair Why you decided to join the Board: Expand leadership and conference opportunities within OAHQ. Advice to someone who is considering joining the OAHQ Board: Be open to ideas and engaged. It is OK to think out of the box, and express ideas and thoughts. Don’t be discouraged, but promote success!