by
Aubrey Rybyinski, SDMS President
| Jul 15, 2026
Dear SDMS Members,
SDMS is pleased to announce the
results of the 2026 SDMS Election. I would like to take this opportunity to thank every candidate who was willing to serve our profession. Running for office requires a commitment of time, energy, and heart, and I am grateful to each individual who stepped forward.
Directors
Tanya Nolan, EdD, RT(R)(ARRT), RDMS, FSDMS
Katherine Peak, EdD, RT(R), RDMS, RVT
John Trombly, MS, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT(R)
Finance Committee
Jeanine Rybyinski, RDMS, RVT
Amy Wilson, MS, RT(R), RDMS, RVT, FSDMS
Nominating Committee
Jacqueline Bennett, EdD, RDMS, RVT, RVS, RT(R)(CT)(ARRT)
Ellen Bowman, EdD, RDCS, RDMS
Tessa Gray, MS, RDMS, RVT
As we celebrate our newly elected leaders, I encourage every member to remember that leadership isn't defined by a title. It's defined by a willingness to serve, and it begins with saying "yes." Whether you volunteer on a SDMS committee or task force, share your expertise by presenting at an event, or mentor a colleague your involvement matters.
Every volunteer strengthens our profession. The future of our Society isn't shaped by a few elected leaders rather it's built by every member who chooses to get involved. Our collective ideas, expertise, and passion will continue moving our profession forward.
Congratulations to our newly elected leaders and thank you to every member who continues to invest in the future of diagnostic medical sonography through your service and support.
Aubrey Rybyinski, BS, RDMS, RVT, FSDMS, FAIUM
SDMS and SDMS Foundation President