2027 GA ANIA Board of Directors statement of intent & ballot. Read and select one per office.

GA ANIA President statement of intent:

I, Paula Sanchez, respectfully submit this statement of intent to apply for the GA ANIA President’s position, 2027. I am honored to be considered for this leadership opportunity and vow to continue serving my local chapter and community regardless of the outcome

In serving as the Chapter President, I intend to continue bringing a positive, collaborative spirit that fosters inclusivity, professional growth, and knowledge-sharing. I believe that the strength of GA ANIA lies in its diverse voices and experiences, and I will work to ensure that every member feels valued and connected. My professional background, current role held as Member at Large, and my experience as a nursing informatics consultant and business owner have further reinforced the importance of my ability to actively listen to, and translate, [market] needs into actionable strategies that champion positive initiatives within our diverse practice settings. My journey in nursing informatics has been guided by a commitment to bridging evidence-based practice with innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and empower healthcare professionals.

In closing, I am grateful for this opportunity to continue serving and vow to continue upholding the GA ANIA bylaws. If selected as GA ANIA President of 2027, I commit to continue supporting local GA ANIA initiatives; facilitating open dialogue and networking opportunities; and advocating for safer, quality healthcare that yields positive outcomes and professional nursing growth across this profession during the assigned term year(s).

Kindest regards,

Paula Sanchez, MSN, RN, A-CSPO
Sankirtz CEO & Founder

GA ANIA Secretary statement of intent:

As an RN, MBA, and Certified Digital Health Executive with more than 25 years of healthcare leadership experience, I bring a perspective grounded in clinical practice, healthcare operations, informatics, and digital health innovation. I am passionate about connecting technology, people, and clinical practice to improve healthcare delivery.

As a member of GA ANIA, I want to contribute to the continued growth of our chapter by strengthening member engagement, supporting professional development, and creating opportunities for nurses to expand their influence in informatics and healthcare technology.

I would be honored to serve alongside fellow members to advance the chapter’s mission, amplify the voice of nursing informatics, and help build a connected and forward-thinking informatics community across Georgia.

Jenice Larmond, BSN, RN, MBA, CDH-E
Principal Consultant
JenWise Solutions, LLC.

Member at Large statement of intent:

Through my involvement with GA ANIA, I have seen firsthand the value of bringing nursing informatics professionals together to share experiences, ideas, and opportunities.

I am excited to become more involved with the chapter and contribute to its continued growth. I believe some of the greatest values of a professional organization comes from creating opportunities for members to connect, learn from different perspectives, and grow both personally and professionally.

If elected, I hope to support the Board and our members by bringing an engaged, collaborative, and forward-thinking perspective to chapter initiatives. I would especially enjoy helping to expand opportunities for knowledge-sharing, mentorship, networking, and collaboration with other organizations and disciplines. I am committed to actively contributing throughout the full term and look forward to listening to our members, supporting the Board, and helping GA ANIA continue to grow as a strong and connected nursing informatics community.

Best regards,

Anthony Tardella