About

Brian Fox, CRA, FAHRA

Director of Radiology Services, The University of Texas Medical Branch

Brian Fox

Candidate Statement:

Being a member of AHRA has provided a learning community with a supportive network in the development of my professional career. I seek the President position to continue the development of our community focused on a learning environment and the AHRA mission to educate, develop, mentor, and provide resources to medical imaging professionals.

The CRA is recognized as the certification for imaging leaders. I seek the President position to continue supporting the Radiology Administration Certification Commission and to grow the number of CRAs. I also look to further support the Mentoring for Success program. Early in my career, I was fortunate to have mentors guide me, and AHRA provided a supportive community where I could grow and learn.

I will focus on strategic relationships to meet challenges in medical imaging management, advocating for AHRA as the industry leader and go-to association for medical imaging management. Our partnerships and collaborations will be essential as we develop and enhance programs and products that support AHRA members. I look forward to strengthening relationships with our vendor partners and professional associations and societies.

My leadership as President will be focused on caring, curiosity, authenticity, and relationships. These values are just as important today as they were when AHRA was founded in 1973. I aim to serve AHRA members with a strategic focus on programs and products that support the development of all medical imaging leaders.

It is an honor to be considered as a nominee. The passion and dedication of our members are inspiring, and our vision that AHRA is the place imaging leaders come to connect, grow, and learn is more important than ever. Each member contributes to our success as an association, and I am committed to fostering a community of belonging for all. I am grateful for the opportunity to support this vision and our members.

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Sharon Harms, CRA, FAHRA

Director of Radiology and GI Specialties, Bryan Medical Center

Sharon Harms

Candidate Statement:

I am honored to be on the ballot for re-election to the AHRA Board of Directors. This organization represents the dedication, skill, commitment to excellence, and continuous growth that our members embody. I enjoy the opportunity to serve and to give back to an organization that has given so much to me. I am committed to strengthening the foundation of our organization while serving you with integrity, energy, and respect. My first term has been very rewarding, and I am ready to continue to grow in this role and advance my leadership in the AHRA.

Through my 26+ years of membership and involvement in AHRA, I have witnessed the amazing benefits of mentorship, peer support, collaboration, and advocacy. If re-elected to this position, I will support growth of member involvement and engagement. I will also strive to ensure AHRA remains strong financially as we prioritize the strategic goals of our Board of Directors and strengthen our collaborative efforts with other related professional organizations.

The past few years have set a strong foundation for our organization to lead us into a future that is financially sustainable, relevant, and member-focused. This path needs to continue as we prepare for the challenges and opportunities faced by imaging professionals. From workforce shortages to regulatory changes and technological evolution, we must strive to provide resources and vision for the future.

Our strength lies in our membership. Thank you to the members and leaders of AHRA for your ongoing service and dedication. It would be a privilege to serve you on the Board of Directors and work alongside you in advancing our mission and growth.

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Jennifer Kirkman, CRA, FAHRA

Manager of Imaging, Advocate Health – High Point Medical Center

Jennifer Kirkman

Candidate Statement:

I am honored to serve the AHRA community and I am hopeful to continue serving by joining the Board of Directors. My personal goal remains increasing access to opportunities for our members. Our relationships within the organization are our greatest strength and what makes AHRA so special.

As this year’s Annual Meeting Design Team Chair, I am currently working with the team to select speakers from our membership to share their best practices while also identifying ways to increase volunteer opportunities at the Annual Meeting. My experience on the Editorial Review Committee has allowed me to help make our resources more accessible for those interested in writing for a peer-reviewed publication, and I continue to encourage anyone with the desire to share their knowledge to submit their work to be published.

While serving on the Curriculum Committee, I collaborated with the team to create a standardized process for becoming a certified speaker and to leverage those skills within our membership to help others. I challenged myself in 2016 by seeking CRA certification, and I use that experience to encourage others to also obtain this credential to promote their knowledge and leadership skills specific to imaging.

Fellowship designation in 2024 created conversations to share potential volunteer opportunities that align with members’ passion. Members are curious about that process and how to obtain fellowship designation, and curiosity leads to continued engagement and connections.

My passion continues to be creating awareness of and access to opportunities and resources within our organization. It is these experiences that motivate me to continue to seek more opportunities for our members to grow and shine. We are better together because of the connections and support each of us willingly share with each other. It is my sincere hope that you would consider me for this position.

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Christopher Mitchell, CRA

System Radiation Safety Officer/Manager of Radiation Safety, Kettering Health

Christopher Mitchell

Candidate Statement:

Throughout my leadership career in medical imaging, I have been fortunate to serve alongside AHRA leaders who inspired my own journey within this organization. With over 35 years as a nuclear medicine technologist and 20 years as both an AHRA member and a Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA), I have seen firsthand the organization’s positive evolution and its impact on our profession.

The last seven years have been particularly defining for me. While they brought personal challenges, they also provided my most rewarding professional experiences. Over the past few years, I have deepened my engagement through the 2024/2025 Leaders of Choice cohort, the Product and Services Committee, the Curriculum Committee, the Benchmarking Taskforce, and the 2026 CLIMB Design Team. Additionally, I have contributed to the planning committee for the Greater Dayton Imaging Professionals Recognition Event for the past five years.

Networking with peers nationwide and attending the 2025 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas solidified my conviction that AHRA is the premier organization for medical imaging leadership. My journey from technologist to CRA and imaging leadership, and into AHRA committee membership, has prepared me to help shape the future of this group.

I am grateful to be considered among many dedicated leaders nominated for the Board. My goal is simple to serve our membership with the same dedication I have given to this field for three decades. I am ready to take this next step in my journey of service as a member of your Board of Directors.

Thank you for your consideration.

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Michelle Nocera, CRA

Radiology Director, University Hospitals

Michelle Nocera

Candidate Statement:

I am seeking a position on the AHRA Board of Directors to share my knowledge, experience, leadership, and passion for advancing the field of medical imaging. Throughout my career, I have been committed to fostering collaboration, driving operational excellence, and supporting the professional growth of imaging leaders. Serving on the board would provide an opportunity to help other organizations in the AHRA community benefit from my knowledge and skills and shape the future of our profession.

As a board member, I will bring a strategic mindset, a focus on innovation, and a deep understanding of the challenges facing imaging professionals today. I am dedicated to promoting education, advocating for our industry, and strengthening the connections between imaging leaders, technologists, and healthcare executives. My ability to build relationships, navigate complex challenges, and inspire teams will allow me to contribute meaningfully to AHRA’s mission.

I believe that strong leadership, continuous learning, and a commitment to service are the keys to success in our evolving healthcare system. If elected, I will work diligently to ensure AHRA remains a valuable resource for its members, supporting growth, knowledge-sharing, and professional excellence. I would be honored to serve and represent my colleagues in this capacity.

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David Partridge, CRA, FAHRA

Service Account Executive, FUJIFILM Healthcare

David Partridge

Candidate Statement:

I am seeking the opportunity to serve the membership of AHRA on the Board of Directors because this organization has helped me become a better leader and a better person throughout my time as a member. The skills I have learned, the knowledge I have gained, and the friendships I have built have improved both my work and personal life. This is my opportunity to help point the organization in the direction of the voice of the membership.

My 15+ years of management experience in multiple types of imaging facilities, from a community hospital to a large health system to imaging centers, allows me to see issues from multiple points of view.

I believe that my experience working from the vendor side of the table allows me another perspective that will lead to more effective decision making. My position affords me the opportunity to work with leaders from across the country every day to see their different perspectives and understand their needs.

I have improved my skills as a leader of leaders by chairing the Membership Committee for two years, chairing the RACC for three years, and being a member of the RACC for two terms.

The combination of my passion for AHRA, my experience, and my desire to see AHRA help others as it has helped me makes me an ideal candidate for the Board of Directors.

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Wendy Renneke, FAHRA

Manager of Diagnostic Imaging, Seattle Children’s Hospital

Wendy Renneke

Candidate Statement:

It has been an honor to serve on the AHRA Board of Directors. AHRA is more than an association. It is a living community of leaders, innovators, and dedicated professionals elevating the standard of medical imaging. With your vote, reelection will allow my continued dedication to ensuring each decision made by the Board of Directors sustains AHRA’s wellbeing while positioning us to embrace the evolving future of medical imaging leadership through fiscal responsibility, excellence in action, and innovation in thought.

Effective governance begins with accountability and foresight. Throughout my AHRA membership, I have consistently engaged in committees that strengthen AHRA’s offerings such as the Products and Services Committee, Annual Meeting Design Team, and EF Annual Appeal committees, expanding resources that empower members to confidently develop their potential while supported by a community that prioritizes the individual growth of our members, not only the expansion of our membership.

I will continuously work to realize AHRA as the leader at the dynamic intersection of innovation and collaboration. By cultivating strategic alliances with corporate partners and associations that share our values, our impact will be amplified and reinforce AHRA as the gold standard in imaging leadership development.

AHRA’s greatest value is in our people. I am dedicated to advancing AHRA’s commitment to an inclusive community rooted in advancing excellence through mentorship, education, growth, and shared purpose. Together, we will ensure AHRA not only responds to today’s challenges but shapes the future of radiology leadership.

With your vote, I will continue to serve our members with dedication, transparency, and an unwavering focus on positioning AHRA as the premier resource for imaging leaders at all stages of their career. Please join me in inspiring, empowering, and elevating our association to remain not only resilient but transformational as we utilize our enduring professional strengths to propel AHRA forward.

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Gerard Wilson

Assistant Director, Texas Children's Hospital – North Austin

Gerard Wilson

Candidate Statement:

I am seeking reelection to the Board of Directors because AHRA has been an important part of my professional journey since I joined in 2016, and I remain deeply committed to serving our members. Over the years, I have had the privilege of contributing as a volunteer in multiple capacities, including the Annual Meeting Design Team, Chair of the Benchmarking Task Force, Board Liaison to the DEI Committee, and as a current Board member. These experiences have given me a broad understanding of our organization and the evolving needs of our members.

I bring a diverse perspective, a strong passion for member engagement, and a proven track record of collaborative leadership. If reelected, I will continue to advocate for initiatives that strengthen connection, advance equity, and deliver meaningful value to our membership.

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Elyce Wolfgang, CRA

Senior Director-Imaging Operations, WellSpan Health

Elyce Wolfgang

Candidate Statement:

I am seeking a position as a director-at-large for AHRA because I would be honored to serve our membership, just as the Board has served me as a member since 2012. AHRA is an amazing organization because of the people, and I have had the privilege of volunteering and serving alongside these incredible individuals.

I believe it is the duty of the Board of Directors to ensure AHRA members are provided with information pertinent to our roles as imaging leaders, kept abreast of trends that impact our team members and patients, and supported in the growth, development, and elevation of our profession.

Given my experience as an imaging leader and as a longstanding AHRA member and volunteer, I am a strong candidate for consideration as a director-at-large. I know firsthand the value AHRA brings to its members and how to engage with imaging leaders from across all settings and levels of experience.

I want to ensure we meet our members’ needs and make them feel like AHRA is a “one size fits one” association.

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