Raine Richards, JD
Secretariat (Executive Director) at Osteopathic International Alliance- Claim this Profile
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Osteopathic International Alliance
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Secretariat (Executive Director)
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Sep 2022 - Present
Serve as the Secretariat (Executive Director) of the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA), the leading organization for the advancement and unity of the osteopathic profession worldwide and the official vehicle for the profession within the World Health Organization (the OIA was admitted into "Official Relations" status with the WHO in 2018). In conjunction with board leadership, plan the OIA's Annual General Meeting and Conference and annual in-person board meetings. Staff… Show more Serve as the Secretariat (Executive Director) of the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA), the leading organization for the advancement and unity of the osteopathic profession worldwide and the official vehicle for the profession within the World Health Organization (the OIA was admitted into "Official Relations" status with the WHO in 2018). In conjunction with board leadership, plan the OIA's Annual General Meeting and Conference and annual in-person board meetings. Staff committees and manage projects, including the OIA's official program of work with the WHO. Draft and manage the OIA's newsletters, website and social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn). Manage the OIA budget, member outreach/recruitment and dues invoicing. Show less Serve as the Secretariat (Executive Director) of the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA), the leading organization for the advancement and unity of the osteopathic profession worldwide and the official vehicle for the profession within the World Health Organization (the OIA was admitted into "Official Relations" status with the WHO in 2018). In conjunction with board leadership, plan the OIA's Annual General Meeting and Conference and annual in-person board meetings. Staff… Show more Serve as the Secretariat (Executive Director) of the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA), the leading organization for the advancement and unity of the osteopathic profession worldwide and the official vehicle for the profession within the World Health Organization (the OIA was admitted into "Official Relations" status with the WHO in 2018). In conjunction with board leadership, plan the OIA's Annual General Meeting and Conference and annual in-person board meetings. Staff committees and manage projects, including the OIA's official program of work with the WHO. Draft and manage the OIA's newsletters, website and social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn). Manage the OIA budget, member outreach/recruitment and dues invoicing. Show less
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American Osteopathic Association
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Vice President of State and International Affairs
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Sep 2022 - Present
On behalf of more than 178,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and medical students across the United States, lead a team working to advance the practice of osteopathic medicine across the US and enhance recognition of DO credentials worldwide. Develop position statements and policy proposals in on behalf of the AOA and state and specialty affiliates in response to policy proposals. Advise physician members and affiliates on laws that impact the practice of osteopathic medicine. Represent the AOA… Show more On behalf of more than 178,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and medical students across the United States, lead a team working to advance the practice of osteopathic medicine across the US and enhance recognition of DO credentials worldwide. Develop position statements and policy proposals in on behalf of the AOA and state and specialty affiliates in response to policy proposals. Advise physician members and affiliates on laws that impact the practice of osteopathic medicine. Represent the AOA at meetings with legislators, coalition groups and other stakeholders. Manage departmental budgets. Plan the AOA’s annual Leadership, Education, Advocacy and Development Conference and our DO Day and Advocacy Summit for physician, student and affiliate attendees. Help develop conference themes and content and oversee logistics related to marketing, sponsorship, speakers and on-site staffing. Document compliance with relevant AOA and Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education requirements and deadlines to offer continuing medical education credit to participants. Present on legislative issues and represent the AOA in meetings with members of Congress. Serve as Secretary of the AOA’s Council on State Health Affairs (CSHA) and Bureau of International Osteopathic Medicine (BIOM). Develop content for five meetings annually, present on state legislative activities and draft new policies at the request of the CSHA and the BIOM for submission to the AOA House of Delegates. Plan the BIOM's annual global health student abstract competition and presentations during the AOA's annual Osteopathic Medical Education conference.
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Senior Director of State Government Affairs
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Jun 2021 - Sep 2022
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Director of State Government Affairs
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Nov 2017 - May 2021
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Legislative Associate
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Mar 2015 - Oct 2017
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American Association of Osteopathic Examiners
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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Executive Director
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Nov 2017 - Present
Serve as Executive Director of the American Association of Osteopathic Examiners (AAOE), which represents all DO members of state medical licensing and disciplinary boards. Educate members and other relevant stakeholders about new trends and developments in osteopathic medical regulation. Represent the AAOE at Federation of State Medical Boards and National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners meetings. Proactively identify potential regulatory issues in medical licensure and work with state… Show more Serve as Executive Director of the American Association of Osteopathic Examiners (AAOE), which represents all DO members of state medical licensing and disciplinary boards. Educate members and other relevant stakeholders about new trends and developments in osteopathic medical regulation. Represent the AAOE at Federation of State Medical Boards and National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners meetings. Proactively identify potential regulatory issues in medical licensure and work with state medical boards to resolve them. Plan three annual meetings, draft quarterly AAOE newsletters and maintain website. Show less Serve as Executive Director of the American Association of Osteopathic Examiners (AAOE), which represents all DO members of state medical licensing and disciplinary boards. Educate members and other relevant stakeholders about new trends and developments in osteopathic medical regulation. Represent the AAOE at Federation of State Medical Boards and National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners meetings. Proactively identify potential regulatory issues in medical licensure and work with state… Show more Serve as Executive Director of the American Association of Osteopathic Examiners (AAOE), which represents all DO members of state medical licensing and disciplinary boards. Educate members and other relevant stakeholders about new trends and developments in osteopathic medical regulation. Represent the AAOE at Federation of State Medical Boards and National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners meetings. Proactively identify potential regulatory issues in medical licensure and work with state medical boards to resolve them. Plan three annual meetings, draft quarterly AAOE newsletters and maintain website. Show less
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Cook County Treasurer's Office
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Staff Attorney
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Jun 2014 - Mar 2015
Conducted legal research in response to taxpayer inquiries regarding property tax, real estate and contract law and notified taxpayers of final disposition. Provided legal support to the General Counsel. Managed all bankruptcy law matters for CCTO; responsibilities included interpreting taxpayer bankruptcy plans, filing claims on behalf of CCTO, ensuring CCTO compliance with active bankruptcy plans and discharging remaining tax debt upon completion. Created plan to improve… Show more Conducted legal research in response to taxpayer inquiries regarding property tax, real estate and contract law and notified taxpayers of final disposition. Provided legal support to the General Counsel. Managed all bankruptcy law matters for CCTO; responsibilities included interpreting taxpayer bankruptcy plans, filing claims on behalf of CCTO, ensuring CCTO compliance with active bankruptcy plans and discharging remaining tax debt upon completion. Created plan to improve CCTO’s bankruptcy system and initiated meetings with the Information Technology department to update and streamline the database. Show less Conducted legal research in response to taxpayer inquiries regarding property tax, real estate and contract law and notified taxpayers of final disposition. Provided legal support to the General Counsel. Managed all bankruptcy law matters for CCTO; responsibilities included interpreting taxpayer bankruptcy plans, filing claims on behalf of CCTO, ensuring CCTO compliance with active bankruptcy plans and discharging remaining tax debt upon completion. Created plan to improve… Show more Conducted legal research in response to taxpayer inquiries regarding property tax, real estate and contract law and notified taxpayers of final disposition. Provided legal support to the General Counsel. Managed all bankruptcy law matters for CCTO; responsibilities included interpreting taxpayer bankruptcy plans, filing claims on behalf of CCTO, ensuring CCTO compliance with active bankruptcy plans and discharging remaining tax debt upon completion. Created plan to improve CCTO’s bankruptcy system and initiated meetings with the Information Technology department to update and streamline the database. Show less
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Education
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University of Michigan Law School
Juris Doctor -
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Spanish Language and Literature