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Wanted: your expertise.

Kimberly McNally¹

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Expertise from trustees is crucial for developing effective American Heart Association (AHA) policies. Their insights guide the organization

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Iterative Development of an Innovative Smartphone-Based Dietary Assessment Tool: Traqq

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Published on: March 19, 2021

Area of Science:

Health Policy
Organizational Governance

Background:

Effective policy development requires diverse expertise.
The American Heart Association (AHA) relies on strategic guidance.

Purpose of the Study:

To underscore the necessity of trustee expertise in shaping AHA policies.
To highlight the role of specialized knowledge in organizational strategy.

Main Methods:

Analysis of policy-making processes within non-profit health organizations.
Review of trustee qualifications and contributions.

Main Results:

Trustees' varied expertise significantly influences policy quality.
Active trustee involvement correlates with stronger organizational direction.

Conclusions:

The strategic input of trustees is indispensable for AHA policy formulation.
Leveraging trustee expertise enhances the AHA's mission effectiveness.