AANA Foundation State Advocates

Lee Ranalli, former AZANA president, is a respected educator with over 15 years of clinical experience. He is the author of numerous published articles and the co-author of the Obstetric Anesthesia chapter in the textbook Nurse Anesthesia. He was recently presented with the 34th Annual Didactic Instructor of the Year award at the 2025 AANA Annual Congress.

A respected leader, educator, and clinician, she has graduated hundreds of competent anesthesia care providers over the past 20 years. She has held multiple leadership positions on the NBCRNA’s SEE and NCE committees, NEANA, CTANA and the NEASF. She works tirelessly to support and develop the leaders of tomorrow.

He has served on AANA and AANA Foundation Boards and recently concluded six years of service on the Delaware Board of Nursing, with the last two in the vice president and president roles. His research in nursing regulation and advocacy at the state and national levels played a critical role in achieving full practice authority for all APRNs in Delaware.

AANA Member since 2007
Associate Director | Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Graduate Program in Nurse Anesthesiology Maple Grove, Minnesota
Gauderman has been recognized for being a leader in the advancement of the national healthcare agenda of CRNAs by coordinating grassroots CRNA involvement at the state level or through special contributions to the federal political process.

As editor of the International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia since 2009, Dr. Callan has introduced over 600 student authors to the world of scholarly publication in a supportive, professional manner. Her commitment to research and education includes past roles as State Advocate and Trustee for the AANA Foundation, and current service as chair of Webster University’s Institutional Review Board.

Jeff Molter, CRNA, MSN, MBA, served as President of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA), culminating more than six years of service on the Association’s Board of Directors. During his tenure, he held every elected leadership position on the national board, including Region Director, Treasurer, Vice President, President-Elect, and President.

At the state level, Jeff has been equally committed to advancing the profession through the Ohio State Association of Nurse Anesthetists (OSANA), where he served as Board President, President-Elect, Director, and Past President. Over his 27-year career, he has contributed to numerous state and national committees, helping shape policy, strengthen governance, and advance the profession of nurse anesthesiology.

In addition to his leadership roles, Jeff has remained an active practicing clinician throughout his career. He is passionate about the art and science of regional anesthesia and believes that staying engaged in patient care allows him to lead with credibility, perspective, and a continued focus on clinical excellence. 

Cheryl Schosky has dedicated 30+ years advancing our profession as clinician, educator, Ohio State Association of Nurse Anesthetists member, South Carolina Association of Nurse Anesthetists (SCANA) Board of Trustees, five AANA committees, a Foundation Friend for Life, & CRNA-PAC diplomat donor. As SCANA president she initiated the first-ever legislation for supervision removal of CRNAs, stopped AA ratio increases, and ensured CRNA scope includes IV ketamine clinics and advanced pain management with fluoroscopy.

I have been a practicing clinical CRNA for 32 years. Most recently, I’ve switched course and became the Clinical Director for Mount Marty University’s Graduate Program in Nurse Anesthesiology, and enrolled in their Master’s to DNAP cohort. Over my career, I’ve had the privilege to serve our anesthesia community in a variety of roles. I served my first term on the AANA Foundation Board of Trustees from 2016 -2023, and I quickly realized that serving on the Foundation Board was one of the most enjoyable and personally rewarding volunteer opportunities I’ve ever undertaken. Giving back to the profession that has afforded me such amazing opportunities is only a small token of my gratitude. I truly stand on the shoulders of giants, and can’t wait to see where my second term on the Foundation Board will take me.