Newsletters

From the President’s Desk

06/11/2025

Dear Fellow AAPOR Members,

I am excited and energized to begin my tenure as AAPOR President. This year, our focus is on strengthening AAPOR’s foundation to ensure we’re well-positioned to support both our members and the broader profession for years to come. This work isn’t solely the responsibility of the Executive Council—it depends on the insights, experiences, and engagement of our entire membership.

As I shared in my opening letter with membership, here are several immediate priorities for this year’s Council—and a brief update on where we stand:

Executive Director Search – Our search is underway for AAPOR’s next Executive Director, led by a stellar Search Committee chaired by Jennifer Agiesta (AAPOR President 2023-2024). You may have seen the job posting—if not, I encourage you to review and share it widely. We are accepting applications through July 7 and look forward to identifying a leader who can build on the strong foundation laid by Tristanne Staudt. The job posting is here.

Financial Planning – Please join Secretary-Treasurer Tamara Terry and Development Subcommittee Chair Anna Wiencrot for a Virtual Town Hall on AAPOR’s finances. This is a valuable opportunity to learn more about the financial challenges we’re navigating and to gain a deeper understanding of AAPOR’s operations.
Wednesday, June 25, 12:00–1:00 PM ET. Free for members. Register here

Bylaw and Code Review – This summer, the Standards Committee and Councilor-at-Large will kick-off the scheduled review of our Bylaws and Code of Professional Ethics and Practices. We’ll share more about the timeline and opportunities for input in upcoming communications.

Governance Review – In partnership with Vista Cova, AAPOR has completed a series of interviews and focus groups examining our governance structure. The Governance Review Taskforce received preliminary recommendations in late May and will spend the summer considering changes to strengthen our processes. This will be a thoughtful, phased effort, with member input helping guide the way.
If you have questions about any of this foundational work, please don’t hesitate to reach out. There is a lot to do—but we’ve elected a Council that cares deeply about this organization and is ready to lead with purpose. I’m grateful to be working alongside Vice President Mary Losch, Past President Frauke Kreuter, and a Council full of dedicated, capable leaders who are committed to AAPOR’s long-term success.

Looking Ahead
AAPOR has always thrived because of the passion, curiosity, and commitment of its members. That spirit is as strong as ever—and it gives me tremendous confidence in our ability to navigate change and seize new opportunities.

Whether you’re volunteering, joining events, or just keeping up with what’s happening, your involvement makes a real difference. I hope you’ll stay connected and share your ideas along the way. AAPOR has given me so much over the years—community, mentorship, professional development, inspiration—and I’m excited to give back during this moment of growth and change. Together, we can continue advancing our mission: setting and advocating for high standards, supporting innovation through collaboration, and helping the world understand the value of the work we do.

Sincerely,
Jordon Peugh
AAPOR President, 2025-2026