Rather than quietly fading or continuing in a way that is no longer sustainable, current leadership believes it is time to thoughtfully pivot. The MSS is exploring a new, fully virtual model to reduce barriers to involvement, expand statewide access, and better align with the needs of modern sonographers. This shift represents not an ending, but an opportunity for renewal.

That said, we are openly calling on Michigan sonographers who care about professional advocacy, education, connection, and the future of our field to step forward and help shape the next era of the MSS. We are seeking individuals who are willing to take ownership, bring new ideas, and help reimagine what a state sonography society can be in a virtual-first world.

This is a chance to:

- Redefine the mission and structure of the MSS

- Build programming that actually meets today’s needs

- Ensure Michigan sonographers continue to have a collective voice and community

If you have ever thought, “I wish the MSS did things differently,” this is your moment to help make that happen. If you are interested in joining the board, contributing to this transition, or simply being part of the conversation about what comes next, we encourage you to reach out. Please do not underestimate your abilities. After all, Liz and I were both new grads when we led this organization!

Thank you for your continued support of the MSS and for the work you do every day for patients and for our profession. We believe strongly that with the right people at the table, the MSS can move forward stronger and more sustainable than before.

Warm regards,

Erica Wiencek, BS, RDMS, RVT

President, Michigan Sonographers’ Society