Volunteer Committees
Our all volunteer committees exist to support our preferred practitioner members, our business associates, and our cancer community. Each standing committee has their own mission and a defined set of responsibilities. Some work to create opportunities for connection, others develop education standards, establish promotional tools, or upgrade our knowledge.
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The S4OM Education Committee leads the review and approval of oncology massage education providers, ensuring that courses meet high standards of safety, ethics, and clinical relevance. The committee collaborates with educators, supports the Application Review Team, and helps guide the development of training that prepares practitioners to work confidently with medically complex clients.
Chair:
Mary Aguilera-Titus, Mary.Aguilera-Titus@S4OM.org
Board Liaison:
TBD
Members:
Standing Sub-Committees
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- Application Review Team (ART) reviews the education applications in collaboration with the Education Committee. Members: Sarah Hoeven
- REP Organization Application Revision (ROAR) team reviewed and revised the applications and Education Standards. Members: Mary Aguilera-Titus, Chelsea French
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The S4OE Education Committee leads the review and approval of oncology esthetics education providers, ensuring that courses meet high standards of safety, ethics, and clinical relevance. The committee collaborates with educators, supports the Application Review Team, and helps guide the development of training that prepares estheticians to work confidently with medically complex clients.
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Board Liaison:
Standing Sub-Committees
- Application Review Team (ART) reviews the education applications in collaboration with the Education Committee. Members: pending
- REP Organization Application Revision (ROAR) team reviewed and revised the applications and Education Standards. Members: pending
- Educator Forum Sub-Committee designs and coordinates regular online forums. The committee also hosts the Educator Forum in concert with the attached to the Oncology Massage Healing Summit. Members: pending
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The Finance & Fundraising Committee leads the development of financial strategies and fundraising initiatives that fuel the mission of S4OM | S4OE. This includes donor engagement, sponsorship outreach, Pay‑It‑Forward campaigns, and resource development to support the Summit and organizational programs. The committee champions generosity, accessibility, and responsible financial management.
Chair and Board Liaison:
Rachel Niewind
Members:
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The Regional Champions Initiative activates a network of leaders who amplify S4OM | S4OE’s mission within their states and regions. Champions share Summit updates, promote educational opportunities, support community outreach, and help connect practitioners, educators, and partners. Their efforts build visibility, foster belonging, and extend the reach of oncology‑informed care.
Regional Champions Coordinator
TBD
Regional Champions Meeting Moderator:
Hanah Rohloff, Hannah.Rohloff@S4OM.org
Board Liaison:
TBD
Members:
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The Summit Planning Committee leads the design and execution of the annual S4OM | S4OE Summit. This includes shaping the program, selecting speakers, coordinating sponsors, supporting marketing and communications, and ensuring a meaningful, accessible experience for all participants. The committee collaborates across teams to bring the Summit vision to life.
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Standing Sub-Committees
- Educator Forum Subcommittee hosts the Educator Forum in concert with the Oncology Massage & Esthetics Healing Summit. Members: Karen Armstrong, Jill Cole, Annette Lovett, Mary Peifer, Cheryl Smith, and Carolyn Tague
- Educator Forum Subcommittee hosts the Educator Forum in concert with the Oncology Massage & Esthetics Healing Summit. Members: Karen Armstrong, Jill Cole, Annette Lovett, Mary Peifer, Cheryl Smith, and Carolyn Tague
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Purpose
To strengthen awareness, connection, and engagement through clear, consistent, and mission-aligned communications.Description
The Marketing & Communications Committee supports S4OM | S4OE communications and outreach. Working collaboratively with the Board, committees, staff, volunteers, and partners, the committee helps plan and coordinate content for the website, social media, newsletters, outreach campaigns, and promotional materials.The committee helps ensure communications are clear, accurate, accessible, and consistent while supporting the organization’s mission, growth, and connection with the communities we serve.
Members: Cheryl Johnson, Ashley Hiatt
- Member-Communications Sub-Committee: The Communications Subcommittee supports clear, consistent, and timely communication across S4OM | S4OE. Working with organizational leaders, committees, and volunteers, the team helps coordinate and share news, updates, opportunities, and other information of interest to our members and broader community. Members: Cheryl Johnson and Ashley Hiatt
- Podcast Subcommittee: The Podcast Subcommittee develops and coordinates S4OM | S4OE podcast programming, sharing conversations, stories, education, and perspectives from across our professional community. The team works collaboratively to create meaningful, accessible content that reflects our mission, strengthens connection, and brings forward a variety of voices and experiences. Members: Ericka Clinton, Janet Penny, Scotty Baker, Thecla Luisi, Kathleen Lisson, and Ashley Hiatt
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Purpose
To support strong, sustainable governance and help develop the leaders who will guide S4OM | S4OE into the future.Description
The Governance & Leadership Development Committee helps strengthen S4OM | S4OE by supporting board development, volunteer and leadership transitions, and effective governance practices. Working collaboratively with the Board and organizational leaders, the committee helps review policies and practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and support leadership orientation and development.The committee also helps S4OM | S4OE plan for the future by strengthening leadership continuity, preserving organizational knowledge, and supporting clear, practical, and mission-aligned governance.
Members: Elizabeth Soto, Ashley Hiatt