I hope you all felt the well deserved notes of appreciation posted online recognizing Public Health Thank You Day earlier this week. And that you'll enjoy time off with loved ones this holiday season. Thank you for all you do for your communities.
This season, and throughout the year, I'm grateful to MHOA's dedicated team who makes all the magic happen behind the scenes to staff a strong, supportive organization that's responsive to our local public health members. From an incredible conference that keeps growing and improving each year, to amazing year-round opportunities, I'm proud of this group. I want to particularly recognize the primary conference staff - Program Director Jennifer Tsoi, Program Coordinator Clariese Natal, and Administrative Assistant Lisa Pacella for their hard work and dedication to MHOA, the conference, and ensuring our members' needs are met. And we couldn't do it without the conference committee, Board of Directors, and the rest of the wonderful and impactful MHOA tobacco and career development program staff - Sarah McColgan, KC Dufour, Cindy Cadoret, and Amy McInerney. I'm grateful to be a part of MHOA, and wish everyone a restful and happy Thanksgiving!
Teresa Wood Kett, executive director
Staff, from left to right: Lisa Pacella, Sarah McColgan, Teresa Wood Kett, Amy McInerney, Clariese Natal, KC Dufour, Cindy Cadoret, Jennifer Tsoi.
Communication note: We'll be sending the MHOA Weekly Newsletter on December 5, 12, 19, and then taking a newsletter break until January 9, 2026.
