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  • Awards

    Active state assemblies are the future of the Association of Surgical Technologists' strength and success. AST gives special recognition to those state assemblies that demonstrate outstanding leadership within their states.

  • 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%