Michael O. Ranney, MPA, is awarded an APA Presidential Citation for his distinguished service to psychologists, students and the community.
Ranney has served the Ohio Psychological Association (OPA) as its chief executive officer since 1997. Under his leadership, OPA has flourished into one of the strongest state psychological associations. Ranney has developed a robust leadership pipeline by supporting and engaging students and early career psychologists. He was one of the first executive directors to emphasize psychology’s role in promoting social justice issues before the legislature. He has cultivated valuable coalitions to enhance OPA’s influence with state and federal policy makers. Ranney is a highly respected member of the Council of State and Provincial Psychological Associations (CESPPA), mentoring other executive directors and being elected by his peers to serve in important leadership roles, including Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice representative, Div. 31 liaison and chair of CESPPA. Ranney is a passionate advocate for psychology and the community that psychologists serve. His commitment to the field is a model for all to emulate. In recognition of his many contributions to the field of psychology, the American Psychological Association presents him this Presidential Citation.