John Thorner Enters as Interim CEO for AIUM

Washington, D.C. (January 3, 2024) – The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) has named John Thorner as Interim CEO. He started the role on January 2, 2024. 

Thorner’s expansive and varied leadership experience in professional associations spans more than 30 years. He recently served as Interim Executive Director at the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Foundation and as Executive Director of the American Bar Association’s Section of Taxation. Additionally, he is a Consulting Manager at Westman & Associates Consulting, where he provides guidance on governance, strategic planning, and operations. Thorner has also served in executive roles at the Academy of General Dentistry and Academy of General Dentistry Foundation, American Society of Anesthesiologists and Anesthesia Quality Institute, National Recreation and Park Association, and Optical Society of America.  

Thorner holds a bachelor’s degree in history and political science from Duke University, a master’s in journalism from Columbia University, and a JD from the University of Georgia. He is a certified association executive (CAE).   

About the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) 

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) creates opportunities for passionate medical professionals to improve their knowledge and use of ultrasound in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Through rigorous research, high-quality education, accreditation, and evidence-based training and practice resources, the AIUM is leading the global multidisciplinary ultrasound community.

To learn more, please visit www.aium.org.

About Sterling Martin Associates 

Sterling Martin Associates (SMA) is a leading specialty national search firm conducting chief executive-level searches for associations and nonprofit organizations. SMA has built an outstanding reputation by providing impeccable service to its clients and by placing exceptional talent in associations and nonprofits. Based primarily in Washington, DC, SMA has offices in New York, Chicago, Orange County, CA, and Portland, OR.

Since founding the firm in 2006 with a mission to combine his search expertise with nonprofit board experience, David Martin now leads a highly experienced and diverse team, combining in-depth client analysis with the latest search technologies to create effective, personalized searches. Since the day he founded the firm, David has personally taken a leadership role with every search, for every client.

Sterling Martin

Sterling Martin Associates, a ZRG Company, is a leading executive search firm specializing in CEO, C-suite, and senior leadership searches for associations, professional societies and nonprofits organizations nationwide.

Since its founding in 2006, Sterling Martin has conducted more than 335 C-suite searches, building a strong reputation for exceptional client service and the recruitment of outstanding leaders across a broad range of functions and disciplines.

As part of ZRG, a global talent advisory firm, Sterling Martin combines the specialized sector expertise, extensive relationships, and personalized approach for which it is known with the resources and capabilities of a broader global platform.

Founder and Managing Director David Martin continues to play an active leadership role in the firm’s executive search practice.

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