RHAU is pleased to welcome Natalie Knudson as its new Data & Finance Manager. With more than 10 years of experience in finance, analytics, and business operations, Natalie will help strengthen RHAU’s financial systems, data infrastructure, and organizational capacity as the Association continues to grow.

RHAU Executive Director Kasey Shakespear was presented with the Early Career Healthcare Executive Award by the ACHE Regent of Utah on September 17. The award recognizes leadership, innovation, and executive capability. Shakespear was honored for guiding RHAU through significant growth and transformation while expanding its role as a trusted convener, advocate, and partner for rural healthcare across Utah.

Rural Health Association of Utah Executive Director recognized for supporting nursing education and expanding opportunities for rural communities SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Kasey Shakespear, MHA, MPH, MA, Executive Director of the Rural Health Association of Utah (RHAU), was honored with the prestigious Friend of Nursing Award by Nightingale Education Group during its NightinGala on August 20, 2026. The Friend of Nursing Award recognizes individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and commitment have...