Emergency Nurses Association Names First Global President-Elect
Event summary
- Vanessa Gorman, an Australian emergency nurse, elected 2027 president-elect of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), marking the organization's first global leader.
- Gorman currently serves as ENA's secretary/treasurer and has been on the board for five years.
- ENA's annual conference in Phoenix announced the election results on October 1, 2026.
- Other leadership positions filled include secretary/treasurer, two board directors, and four committee members.
The big picture
The election of Vanessa Gorman as ENA's first global president-elect underscores the association's growing international footprint. With 40,000 members worldwide, ENA's leadership shift reflects a broader trend in professional associations toward more diverse and geographically inclusive governance. This move could enhance ENA's ability to advocate for emergency nursing standards and policies on a global scale, potentially influencing healthcare systems beyond the U.S.
What we're watching
- Global Reach
- How ENA's first global president-elect will influence the association's international strategy and member engagement.
- Leadership Continuity
- Whether the transition from Gorman's presidency to the next leader will maintain strategic momentum.
- Policy Advocacy
- The pace at which ENA expands its advocacy efforts in global emergency nursing standards and healthcare policy.