AARC Election 2027 — Glenn Pippen II

AARC Activities:

• Board of Directors Director at Large 11/20/2024 – 12/31/2026 (Current)
• Board of Directors Director at Large 11/20/2024 – 12/31/2026 (Current)
• Compensation Committee Member 1/1/2026 – 11/30/2026 (Current)
• Future Outlook Workgroup Member 1/1/2026 – 11/30/2026 (Current)
• Policy Review Taskforce Member 11/21/2024 – 11/30/2026 (Current)
• Position Statement Committee Board Liaison 11/21/2024 – 11/30/2025
• RT Led Research Advancement Committee Board Liaison 11/21/2024 – 11/30/2026 (Current)

HOD Activities:

• Alabama Society for Respiratory Care: HOD Delegate – Junior 7/1/2024 – 11/2024

Affiliate Activities:

• Alabama Society for Respiratory Care:
• Junior HOD Representative 7/1/2024 – 11/2024
• President 2020 – 2022
• President-Elect 2018 – 2020
• Education Chair 2010 – 2020
• District Representative 2009 – 2018

Related Organizations:

• Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy, Vice-Chair (Appointment: Gov. Kay Ivey) – 12/11/20 – 8/05/28 (Current)
• American Respiratory Care Foundation Trustee 11/23/2024 – 12/31/2027 (Current)
• Lambda Beta Society Board of Directors (ARCF representative) (Current)
• Respiratory Therapy Program Advisory Board: Jacksonville State University, Jefferson State Community College, Shelton State Community College, Trenholm State Community College, University of West Alabama, Wallace State Community College
• American Lung Association, Smoking Cessation Educator
• American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program, Mentor
• Society of Critical Care Medicine: Fundamental Critical Care Support, Instructor

Education and Credentials:

• Louisiana State University – Shreveport, Shreveport, LA – Master of Business Administration, Concentration: Finance
• University of Alabama – Birmingham, Birmingham, AL – Bachelor of Science, Concentration: Respiratory Therapy
• NBRC – Registered Respiratory Therapist

Publications:

• Educational Grant: Oridion Capnography, Inc. Taft (PI) 03/01/09-04/6/09
  Influence of Sampling Site on End Tidal Carbon Dioxide Levels (PETCO2) During Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NPPV)
  The purpose of this study was to identify how different sampling sites influence end-tidal CO2 during NPPV.
  Award Received: Philips/Respironics Fellowship in Mechanical Ventilation
  Role: Co-Investigator

Elections Committee Questions:

What do you see as the biggest challenge facing the AARC and what do you recommend addressing it?

I see the biggest challenge facing the AARC is membership engagement, (i.e. maintaining the numbers, while encouraging growth). A strategic approach to building and sustaining a strong pipeline of professionals is important to the viability of any organization. I believe there are opportunities to elevate the profession by standardizing educational requirements and promoting specialty certifications.

Health care is changing more rapidly than ever. What ideas do you have to help today’s Respiratory Therapist meet these challenges?

To meet the demands of an everchanging environment, respiratory therapists should navigate these changes through interdisciplinary collaboration. Although respiratory therapists are an integral component of a patient’s plan of care, shifts in the healthcare industry have made it more team-based than ever. The knowledge and presence of an RT is essential…a strong voice in rounds makes a true difference. The ability to communicate with physicians and nurses, and to confidently advocate for appropriate respiratory care speaks volumes. Respiratory therapists are subject matter experts; soft skills communication, leadership, and adaptability matter as much as clinical expertise.

How would you approach optimizing, developing, and implementing value added benefits, programs, and resources within AARC leadership and governance structures to meet the diverse needs of our members while also cultivating a keen sense of belonging and encouraging long term membership?

I would communicate the AARC’s mission in supporting professionals that want more, in terms of growth, opportunity, and a stronger voice in the respiratory therapy profession. Networking and access are essential to advocating, so I would ensure to invest in growth. I would encourage RTs to get involved on the local and national level; this can be achieved through education and mentorship. I believe growing and cultivating our next wave of leaders is essential to the sustainability of our profession and organization.

Your role as Director-at Large is to represent the general AARC membership. If given the opportunity to represent, what will be your goals in advocating for the everyday respiratory care professional?

I would promote the elevation of the respiratory therapy profession through recognition, autonomy, and advocacy. I would focus on leadership representation to ensure the voice of the RT is not only heard but has a seat at the table. My goals would include increasing awareness of the role and expertise of respiratory therapists, highlighting our contributions to patient outcomes, and positioning the profession as essential, not auxiliary in healthcare delivery.