Endocrine Insider
November 21, 2007

The American Medical Association (AMA) honored Scott Hunt, executive director and chief executive officer of The Endocrine Society, with the 2007 Medical Executive Meritorious Achievement Award. The award is given to a medical association executive who has demonstrated exceptional service and contributions to the goals and ideals of the medical profession. Mr. Hunt received the award at the AMA’s semi-annual policymaking meeting.

A graduate of Harvard Business School, Mr. Hunt has served as executive director and CEO of The Endocrine Society since 1988 and has led the tremendous growth in both size and quality that the Society has enjoyed during that time. Under his leadership, the Society has expanded from a mostly academic society into one representing practicing physicians, clinical scientists, basic scientists, and academics. It is now one of the 50 largest associations in Washington, D.C., according to the Washington Business Journal.

Mr. Hunt was also instrumental in establishing the Hormone Foundation—the public education affiliate of The Endocrine Society—to meet patient needs and advance public awareness of endocrinology. He also helped establish the Society’s robust advocacy program, which provides the Society a highly effective voice in communicating the needs of endocrinologists to Congress and the Administration.

Mr. Hunt has served as president of the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives and is active in the Professional Convention Management Association and the American Association for Clinical Chemistry. He is a frequent speaker and consultant to other professional societies on association management issues.

The Endocrine Society appreciates the AMA’s recognition of Mr. Hunt’s accomplishments and looks forward to continued growth and success under his leadership.