State Assembly Leadership Achievement Award
Active state assemblies represent the
cornerstone of the Association of Surgical Technologists' vitality and
achievements. AST gives special recognition to those state assemblies
showcasing exceptional leadership within their respective states. This recognition
serves to:
- Honor excellence in leadership,
member development, communication, education, and community relations.
- Encourage high-quality state
administration.
- Distinguish and give visibility to
efforts and activities that build a strong state.
- Establish benchmarks
for excellence.
2025 Recipients: To be honored at the 2026 AST National Surgical Technology Conference in Seattle
2024 Recipients: No award given
State Assembly Membership Award
Each year, AST recognizes state
assemblies with the Membership Growth Award for their outstanding contributions
to advancing professional goals and fostering member engagement. Established in
2014, this award acknowledges assemblies that have achieved the highest growth
in membership. The State Assembly Membership Award winners are announced
annually during AST's Surgical Technology Conference.
2025 Recipients: To be honored at the 2026 AST National Surgical Technology Conference in Seattle
2024 Top-performing states by active membership category:
• States with 0–250 Active Members: New Mexico – 8.49%
• States with 251–500 Active Members: Mississippi – 13.77%
• States with 501–1,000 Active Members: Missouri – 10.64%
• States with over 1,000 Active Members: South Carolina – 8.87%