The lifesaving work of the American Lung Association is driven by an exceptional team of volunteers and staff across the country. Each year, we recognize their excellence with our annual Volunteer and Staff Awards.

2023 Recipients of the American Lung Association Annual Volunteer and Staff Awards

Will Ross Medal

John F. Emanuel 
Wisconsin

About John F. Emanuel

John Emanuel

Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award

Susan Gloede Swan
National Chief Development Officer

About Sue Swan

Sue Swan

Staff Excellence Award

Jill Dale
National Director, Media Relations and

Elizabeth Cook
National Manager, Media Relations

Annette Eyer
National Assistant Vice President, Patient Engagement

About Annette Eyer

Annette Eyer

Maureen Kenney
Division Director, Health Promotions

About Maureen Kenney

Maureen Kenney

Innovation Award

Cloud Solution for Policy & Advocacy

Yahya Alani
National Senior Manager, Web Developer

About Yahya Alani and the Cloud Solution for Policy & Advocacy

Yahya Alani

Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award

View past recipients of the the Hoyt E. Dearholt Distinguished Professional Service Award from 1983 to today.
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Will Ross Medal

View past recipients of the the Will Ross Medal from 1952 to today.
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Page last updated: August 30, 2023

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