Experience

Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology (IEST)

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Sep 2016 - Present

  Schaumburg, IL Executive Director (previously Deputy ED) - Institute of Environment Sciences and Technology (IEST) is the preeminent, non-profit, technical association for professionals in the field of Contamination Control/Cleanrooms, Environmental Testing, or Nanotechnology Facilities. Founded in 1953, IEST is a 501(c)(3) multidisciplinary, international technical society that connects professionals who deal with controlled environments through International Standards, Recommended Practices, and education… Show more Executive Director (previously Deputy ED) - Institute of Environment Sciences and Technology (IEST) is the preeminent, non-profit, technical association for professionals in the field of Contamination Control/Cleanrooms, Environmental Testing, or Nanotechnology Facilities. Founded in 1953, IEST is a 501(c)(3) multidisciplinary, international technical society that connects professionals who deal with controlled environments through International Standards, Recommended Practices, and education programs developed by experts in the field. Show less



Nonprofit Organization Management - Associations / Foundations

• Executive/Strategic Advisor

  • Jan 2015 - Sep 2016

  Greater Chicago Area Serve as an executive consultant/strategic advisor providing association management services for professional membership associations, foundation boards, and nonprofits in the areas of general association administration, project management and operations, staff recruitment, Board/leadership development, organizational strategic planning and initiatives, fundraising/partnership development and acquisition, communications/marketing initiatives, chapter relations and project management. Worked… Show more Serve as an executive consultant/strategic advisor providing association management services for professional membership associations, foundation boards, and nonprofits in the areas of general association administration, project management and operations, staff recruitment, Board/leadership development, organizational strategic planning and initiatives, fundraising/partnership development and acquisition, communications/marketing initiatives, chapter relations and project management. Worked with .orgSource and clients that included American College of Chest Physicians, American Planning Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, Arthroscopy Association of North America, the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma, and the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine. Show less



CFA Society Chicago

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CEO & President

  • Jan 2010 - Jan 2015

  Chicago, IL CFA Society Chicago is is a non-profit 501(c) 6 organization and has more than 4,400 members. It is the world's oldest investment analyst’s society and one of the largest in the world. Lead the organization through strategic plan implementation and oversight of association's infrastructure of 6 staff and $1.5 million budget, daily operations and delivery of member services, and worked with the board to develop a clear vision for the organization, to cultivate new volunteer leaders, to direct… Show more CFA Society Chicago is is a non-profit 501(c) 6 organization and has more than 4,400 members. It is the world's oldest investment analyst’s society and one of the largest in the world. Lead the organization through strategic plan implementation and oversight of association's infrastructure of 6 staff and $1.5 million budget, daily operations and delivery of member services, and worked with the board to develop a clear vision for the organization, to cultivate new volunteer leaders, to direct the process of developing programming, and to generate sponsorship and increase fundraising to enhance member benefits. Show less



Academy of General Dentistry

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, Constituent Services

  • Nov 2006 - Jan 2010

  Greater Chicago Area AGD is an American based non-profit 501(c) 6 organization whose core purpose is to advance the value and excellence of general dentistry. AGD has 35,000 members and 62 chapters (constituents). Served as senior staff responsible for oversight and management of constituent services department of 3 employees/$450,000 budget and worked closely with volunteer leadership over 800 leaders (Regional Directors, constituent Presidents, Executive Directors, and local Boards of Directors) at the… Show more AGD is an American based non-profit 501(c) 6 organization whose core purpose is to advance the value and excellence of general dentistry. AGD has 35,000 members and 62 chapters (constituents). Served as senior staff responsible for oversight and management of constituent services department of 3 employees/$450,000 budget and worked closely with volunteer leadership over 800 leaders (Regional Directors, constituent Presidents, Executive Directors, and local Boards of Directors) at the headquarter, regional, and local level to lead initiatives outlined in the organizations strategic plan. Show less



PCMA

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Manager, Chapter Relations

  • Sep 2003 - Nov 2006

  Chicago, IL PCMA is a non-profit 501(c) 6 organization whose mission is to deliver breakthrough education and promote the value of professional convention management. It represents more than 6,000 meeting industry leaders from 16 regional chapters including planner professionals, suppliers, faculty and students. I managed the chapter relations department and planned events to strategically implement initiatives and services, resulting in increased membership and improved educational program… Show more PCMA is a non-profit 501(c) 6 organization whose mission is to deliver breakthrough education and promote the value of professional convention management. It represents more than 6,000 meeting industry leaders from 16 regional chapters including planner professionals, suppliers, faculty and students. I managed the chapter relations department and planned events to strategically implement initiatives and services, resulting in increased membership and improved educational program delivery. Oversaw 300+ volunteer leaders in developing and implementing consistent strategic goals for local regional boards resulting in aligned marketing efforts, operations, and educational delivery throughout North America. Show less



Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chapter Relations Associate

  • Oct 2000 - Sep 2003

  Westchester, IL HFMA is the nation's leading membership association for healthcare financial management executives and leaders whose purpose is to define and advance the financial management of health care by improving business performance of groups operating in or serving the healthcare field. HFMA has 70 chapters and 35,000 members including CFOs, controllers and accountants. I supported healthcare finance professionals through the a variety of resources offered via the chapter relations department… Show more HFMA is the nation's leading membership association for healthcare financial management executives and leaders whose purpose is to define and advance the financial management of health care by improving business performance of groups operating in or serving the healthcare field. HFMA has 70 chapters and 35,000 members including CFOs, controllers and accountants. I supported healthcare finance professionals through the a variety of resources offered via the chapter relations department and network of 70 local chapters to meet the challenges of the modern healthcare environment. Show less



Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. (JJHCS)/Previously managed by Health Fitness Corporation

• Account Professional / Program Coordinator - Corporate Health and Wellness

  • May 1999 - Oct 2001

  Long Grove, IL and Schaumburg, IL JJHCS is a corporation providing services to key health care customers. I managed an annual budget over $200,000 and increased membership sales through marketing efforts. Recruited and managed instructors, staff, and interns; liaison between client and parent company; conducted major overhaul of membership payroll/billing system and monthly management reports; directed all special events, fairs, incentive programs, recreation leagues, and fitness assessments; implemented personal… Show more JJHCS is a corporation providing services to key health care customers. I managed an annual budget over $200,000 and increased membership sales through marketing efforts. Recruited and managed instructors, staff, and interns; liaison between client and parent company; conducted major overhaul of membership payroll/billing system and monthly management reports; directed all special events, fairs, incentive programs, recreation leagues, and fitness assessments; implemented personal training initiative, taught group exercise classes, and oversaw entire group fitness program. Show less