The Legacy of Florence McQuillen, the AANA’s First Executive Director

Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs · Nov 30, 2023 · 1h 2m

Our historical series continues today with a detailed look back on the life and career of Florence ‘Mack’ McQuillen, the first executive director of the AANA and someone who held the position for nearly a quarter century. We’re excited to have Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA to tell us about how she helped shape the association and why she was considered by some to be a ‘benevolent dictator.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

How she became the first executive director of the AANA.

Her notable achievements during her 22 years in the role.

A first-hand account…