Celebrating Our 2025–2026 CDHA Officers & Installation Ceremony

On July 19, 2025, the Cleveland Dental Hygienists’ Association proudly gathered for our annual Installation Ceremony, where we celebrated leadership transitions, honored outstanding service, and welcomed our 2025–2026 officers.
This year, we extend heartfelt gratitude to Angie Avatichi, RDH, for her dedicated service as President from 2021–2025, and we celebrate Katherine Antepara, RDH, as she steps into her role as President for the 2025–2026 term.
We also recognized and congratulated several of our newly installed and continuing officers in attendance for their commitment to advancing our profession:

• Madeleine Winans, RDH – Secretary & Alternate Delegate
• Gina Drane, RDH – Treasurer, Delegate, Community Dental Health Chair, & Student Liaison (Tri-C)
• Alex Hoffer, RDH – Trustee
• Anne Myatt, RDH – Delegate
• Michele Zmrazek, RDH – Delegate & Hospitality Committee Chair
• Rosie Owens, RDH – Delegate & Committee Volunteer
• Tristian Rupp, RDH – Delegate & Scholarship Committee Chair
• Laura Nemeth, RDH – Social Media Chair & Nominating Committee

While not all officers could be present at the ceremony, we proudly recognize the entire 2025–2026 leadership team for their service and commitment:

• Alternate Delegates: Corliss Robinson, RDH; Hope VanSickle, RDH; Kendra D. Knight, RDH; Lauryn Nicole Smedley, RDH; Niki Dauch, RDH
• Committee Members: Chelsea Zalek, RDH (Student Liaison – LCCC); Maria Alex, RDH (Nominating Committee)

Watch the highlights from this special evening and join us in celebrating the exceptional individuals who make CDHA strong.