AIRA 2026 National Meeting Awards and Recognitions

Each year, AIRA celebrates the individuals and teams whose dedication and contributions strengthen and advance our community. We are honored to recognize the AIRA 2026 award and recognition recipients for their outstanding work and lasting impact on the IIS community. Their achievements inspire us and remind us of what we can accomplish when we work together!

Impact Award

Nathaniel Webb, New Mexico Department of Health
Joe MacInnes, Docket

Leadership Award

Nancy Sharova, Connecticut Department of Public Health
Austin Fuoco, Philadelphia Department of Public Health
Katie Cruz, New Mexico Department of Health

Volunteer Service Award

Nathan Padgett, Kentucky Department for Public Health

Team Award

The Texas IIS Interoperability Team
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Immunization Branch
VFC Ordering Team (Virginia) and Virginia IIS Registry Team
Virginia’s IIS Registry Team
West Virginia Department of Health, Immunization Services Division

Legacy of Excellence Recognition

Ellen Amore, Rhode Island Department of Health
Katherine Graff, Washington Department of Health
Mike Popovich, STChealth
Steve Robison, Oregon Immunization Program

Information Request Raffle Recognition

Karen Miller
Austin Fuoco
Kim Gulliver
Brian Napier
Atisha Morrison
Alexandra Ternier
Megan Marren