Horton, Rotelli Elected to Lead ASA in 2027 

The American Statistical Association has elected Nicholas (Nick) J. Horton the 123rd ASA president and Natalie Rotelli, vice president, in its 2026 election. Both will assume their roles on January 1, 2027, bringing distinguished records of leadership, service, and commitment to the statistical profession. 

As the profession navigates the growing influence of data science and rapid advances in artificial intelligence, Horton and Rotelli bring a shared commitment to strengthening the ASA as a visible, influential, and inclusive professional home for statisticians, data scientists, and analysts. 

Nicholas Horton: 2027 President-Elect 

Horton brings extensive experience in statistics education and association leadership to the role of president-elect. Having served the ASA in multiple capacities, including ASA vice president and editor of the Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education, Horton has demonstrated his ability to build consensus and advance the association’s mission across its diverse membership.  

Horton identified three priorities that will shape his presidency:  

1. Improving statistics and data science education to ensure the discipline remains a vibrant choice for future generations of students 

2. Promoting the practice and profession of statistics by communicating the value of the profession to the public 

3. Leveraging and supporting our members through various career stages and pathways 

The growing role of data science and the rapid dissemination of sophisticated AI tools and models raise important questions for us as a profession. As president, I will work to strengthen the ASA as a visible, influential, and inclusive professional home for statisticians, data scientists, and analysts across academia, industry, and government. —Nick Horton 

Horton—the Beitzel Professor of Technology and Society (Statistics and Data Science) in the department of statistics at Amherst College—emphasized the ASA must continue to promote the critical role statistics plays in science, policy, business, and public life. He also stressed the importance of fostering excellence in statistical methods, upholding strong ethical standards, and engaging thoughtfully with rapid advances in computing and AI. 

As president, I will focus on strengthening the association, ensuring financial stability, and advancing the ASA’s mission to promote the practice and profession of statistics for the public good. —Nick Horton 

Natalie Rotelli: 2027 Vice President 

Rotelli brings to the vice presidency a deep commitment to member service, diversity, inclusion, and visibility of the statistical profession. Her experience spans work in industry, nonprofit collaboration, and ASA volunteer positions, which helped equip her to advance the association’s strategic priorities. 

There’s no better way to show my gratitude to the ASA community than to serve as vice president and give back to its valued members. The ASA shaped me into the servant leader I am today, whose priority is to listen, understand, and advocate for what matters most to our members. —Natalie Rotelli 

Rotelli, who works as a data strategist for Moral, has championed communication skills and professional development as essential to raising the profile of statistics. Working to ensure the profession can adapt and thrive, she aims to help the ASA navigate challenges around AI, support members through societal change, and build trust in science. 

I am eager and excited to serve the president in their initiatives and to move ASA’s strategic plan forward. —Natalie Rotelli 

The ASA membership also elected the following board members: 

• Board of Directors Publications Representative, 2027–2029: Sherri Rose, professor, Stanford University, department of health policy 

• Board of Directors Treasurer, 2027–2029: Motomi Mori, member (professor) and endowed chair, department of biostatistics, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 

• Board of Directors Council of Chapters Representative, 2027–2029: Junxian Geng, director biostatistics, team lead for medical affairs and HEOR biostatistics team, Servier  

• Board of Directors Council of Sections Representative, 2027–2029: Felicity Enders, associate dean for academic affairs, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (2025–present); associate director, Mayo Clinic Center for Clinical and Translational Science (2022–present); professor of biostatistics, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (2016–present); professor of clinical translational science, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (2025–present) 

ASA members also elected officers for each of its 30 sections.