ASTHO | Succession Planning Part 1 of 3: Building the Case for Succession Planning

Meeting Dates: 
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Meeting Time and Location: 

2-3:30PM EST

Virtual

Note: 

Join ASTHO for this three-part Succession Planning for Public Health Agencies series. Succession planning is essential to building a resilient, future-ready public health workforce. This series provides practical strategies and real-world insights to help agencies align succession planning with broader workforce development goals.

This first session introduces the foundational concepts of succession planning, including what it is and what it is not. Participants will explore how succession planning aligns with agency goals, workforce development strategies, and other system-wide drivers. The session will also cover the key roles and responsibilities of a strong succession planning team.

Meet the Speakers:

Joy Ermie, Health Commissioner, Henry County Health Department

Joy brings expertise in quality improvement, communications, and public health leadership, with a focus on community-centered health strategies.

Tiffany Day, Public Health Specialist, Henry County Health Department

Tiffany leads the department’s succession planning and workforce development initiatives, drawing on her experience in HR, mental health, and public health.