Jacqueline Barton True, MSW, MPH

Works on policy and regulatory issues impacting rural hospitals and communities
Leads the Washington Rural Health Access Preservation initiative
Partners with state and federal agencies on rural health transformation and sustainability

Cassie Sauer

Provides leadership to the organization’s effort to achieve its mission and purpose, both internal and external.
Actively works with the board of trustees and committees of the board to build and execute the association’s strategic plan.
Actively works with the broader membership for engagement in WSHA’s work and achievement of strategic goals.
Fosters a healthy, collaborative and productive work culture.
Builds and sustains partnerships with other key organizations in Washington State and nationally.
Supervises key managerial leadership within the organization, and in partnership with the organizations’ boards, provides management to the Association of Washington Public Hospital Districts and Washington Hospital Services.
Accepts ultimate operational, financial and managerial responsibility for the affairs and conduct of the Washington State Hospital Association.

Responsible for WSHA’s operational performance
Serves as WSHA’s corporate counsel
Oversees governance for the association
Focuses on legal, legislative, and regulatory issues affecting hospitals and health systems