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About MAA: Leading Change and Advancing EMS Services Across Missouri
The MAA seeks to improve and promote partnerships and cooperation between EMS services in the state of Missouri. Through outreach, educational training, and events, the Association advances the vital importance of EMS services and elevates awareness about crucial care concerns faced by teams and Districts providing emergency response.
The Association is guided by one simple mission and adheres to seven core principles. A governing Board of Directors provides oversight for the Association, its membership standards, and all outreach, advocacy, and educational services.
The Mission of the Missouri Ambulance Association
Our mission is simple, succinct, and clear:
The MAA strives to provide a common voice for advancement of emergency medical services in Missouri.
Missouri Ambulance Association Vision Statement
The MAA works to promote cooperation of emergency medical services in Missouri and serves as a common voice to protect the integrity and for the betterment of EMS within the state while promoting the general health and safety of our population.
MAA Values LEADERS
The values statement of MAA follows the acronym L.E.A.D.E.R.S. The Missouri Ambulance Association adheres to these seven key values:
Leadership
We will dedicate our efforts to always building this Association with strong, well-informed and capable leaders.
Activism
We will promote education and avenues for the involvement of all agencies within their legislative bodies.
Education
We will offer opportunities for enhancement and growth of agencies and providers at all levels in and outside of our association.
Empowerment
We will strive to build the confidence and self-determination of our agencies to serve with knowledge and integrity within their communities.
Development
We will provide opportunities for leaders within our member agencies to gain knowledge and resources to advance their agencies.
Safety
We will promote safety and best practices of our industry at all times.
Representation
We will serve as a strong voice within our state legislation to better the laws and regulations of our industry.
Meet the MAA Board
A Board of Directors oversees the work, expenditures, and outreach efforts on behalf of the Missouri Ambulance Association. Members serve a 2 year term and meet once per month.
John Barclay
President
Sponsoring Agency
NTA Ambulance District
Katherine Probst
Vice President
Sponsoring Agency
Adair County Ambulance District
Ray Antonacci
Secretary
Sponsoring Agency
Lincoln County Ambulance District
Bob Patterson
Treasurer
Sponsoring Agency
Mercy Emergency Medical Services
Barb Shupe
Executive Director
Sponsoring Agency
Missouri Ambulance Association
Larry Chasteen
Director
Sponsoring Agency
North Scott County Ambulance District
Chuck Doss
Director
Sponsoring Agency
MU Health Care
Shane Lockard
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Johnson County Ambulance District
Tyler Juden
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Stoddard County Ambulance District
Valerie Wilson
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Mercy Emergency Medical Services
Matt Bowen
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Linn County Ambulance District
Brian Hokamp
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Christian Hospital EMS
Ken McKenzie
Director
Sponsoring Agency
Oregon County Ambulance District