American Ambulance Association

04/17/2026

Please join us in celebrating our 2026 AAA Award Winners! These outstanding individuals represent the passion, innovation, and leadership driving the future of mobile healthcare. We look forward to honoring them on April 21 at the President’s Reception during our Annual Conference & Trade Show in Las Vegas.


Affiliate of the Year: Davidoff Strategy & Merrill Lynch

EMS Partnership of the Year: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)

Exhibitor of the Year: Commercial Acceptance Company

Distinguished Service Award: Katie Arens & Bill Mergendahl

President’s Award: Allyson Pharr & Dennis Brockway

Robert L. Forbuss Lifetime Achievement Award: Rick Zehetner

EMS Visionary Award: Henry Lewis & Gathering of Eagles

Special Recognition Award: Mark Van Arnam & Julie Fontaine

Chairman’s Award: John Jonas

Lifetime Membership: Shawn Baird, Aarron Reinert, & Mark Postma

04/03/2026

Make sure to come see us at 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝟭𝟬𝟰 for a sweet treat and discover how the Life-Assist Difference can enhance your organization today.

04/03/2026

Advance your expertise at the 2026 AAA Annual Conference & Trade Show with a specialized leadership experience designed for today’s professionals.

🚑 Shift Dynamics: A Modern Supervisor Series

From managing shift performance and team dynamics to building culture and developing future leaders, this multi-session program delivers practical, real-world strategies you can apply immediately.

🎓 Earn your Shift Dynamics certificate upon attendance of all sessions. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3POLTjN

03/30/2026

Take your revenue cycle expertise to the next level at the 2026 AAA Annual Conference & Trade Show with a focused program built for billing and financial professionals.

✔️ AAA Revenue Cycle (AAARC)

Explore the full ambulance claim lifecycle—from Medicare enrollment and coding fundamentals to payer strategy, compliance, and revenue integrity. This multi-session track delivers practical strategies to reduce denials and strengthen reimbursement outcomes.

🎓 Earn your AAA Revenue Cycle Management Specialist (ARCMS) certificate upon attendance of all sessions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tbxexk

03/18/2026

Find out what makes Life-Assist different at 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝟭𝟬𝟰 during the AAA Annual Conference, taking place at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas from April 20-22, 2026.

03/11/2026

Don’t miss your chance to save!

Early Bird registration for the 2026 AAA Annual Conference & Trade Show ends March 15.

Register now to join us April 20–22, 2026, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, NV for three days of education, connection, and inspiration.

Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/3L1prlp

03/06/2026

02/24/2026

Our Life-Assist Team is proud to sponsor the AAA Annual Conference. We look forward to seeing you in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel from April 20-22. Join us at our 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝟭𝟬𝟰 to discuss how we can support your emergency medical products & equipment needs.

02/20/2026

We were proud to join the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), and the State EMS Association Networking Group to cohost the EMS Association Summit (EAS) in Kansas City this past week.

EMS leaders from across the country came together for meaningful collaboration, dynamic idea-sharing, and valuable new connections — all centered on strengthening partnerships and shaping the future of nationwide. 🚑🤝

02/13/2026

The American Ambulance Association (AAA) is proud to introduce the 2026 class of ! Now in its fourth year, EMSNext continues to spotlight emerging leaders who are driving the future of through innovation, service, and bold leadership.

This year’s 25 recipients exemplify dedication to their patients, their teams, and their communities. Through professional development, mentorship, and meaningful industry connections, EMSNext empowers these rising professionals to help shape the next era of leadership.

Please join us in celebrating:

John P. Aldinger, Samuel Barry, Marcus J. Bond, Amanda Corrao, Courtney De Weese, Kaylee Frank, Brivan Garcia, Nick Heasley, Madeline Herring, Justin James Hill, Riley Howard, Alecia Kaye Johnson, Megan Ladewig, Blake Miller, Peter Nguyen, Alexia Rogers, Anthony Joseph Romito, Lucas Ryan, Ryan Sauve, Bryson Schroeder, Andrew Smith, Jordan Teitsma, Katie Tooley, Toni L. Weber, and Derek K. Weinkauf.

02/13/2026

The American Ambulance Association (AAA), in partnership with Women in Emergency Services, is proud to honor 11 outstanding women whose 35+ years of service have left a lasting mark on emergency medical services.

These Vanguard leaders have helped shape mobile healthcare through decades of vision, resilience, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to patient care. Their influence extends far beyond their organizations, strengthening the profession for generations to come.

Please join us in recognizing and celebrating these remarkable leaders:

Pamela Bell Simmons, Sabina A. Braithwaite, Brenda Brenner, Lucie Drum, Kim Hamilton, Carla Hembach, Sarah Loomis McEntee, Deborah Mattson, Donna Newchurch, Carol Pierce, and Brenda Staffan.

02/10/2026

Thank you, Rep. Rick Crawford, for cosponsoring the 2025 Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act. This legislation is vital to ensuring that every American has access to life-saving and life-sustaining where and when it is needed. We applaud your commitment to .