Executive Director

• May 2016 - Present

Executive leader of the nation’s second largest chiropractic association, overseeing all business functions of the organization including operations, human resources, information technology, finances, and membership. The ANJC provides a wealth of resources for members, including: continuing education, advocacy representation, health insurance options, member programs, and access to consultants specializing in billing, coding, insurance, and legal matters.

Executive Director - New Jersey

• Jan 2015 - May 2016

As Executive Director of the New Jersey Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, I led the development and delivery of the organization’s fundraising initiatives, programs, advocacy and information throughout the state. The New Jersey Chapter had three signature fundraising/awareness events, plus annual giving and major giving campaigns. While there, I was the only executive director to recruit 3-years of campaign chairs, each committing to giving/raising six-figures in new revenue for the foundation. Additionally, I developed fundraising strategies that were adopted regionally, then nationally, as organization best practices.New Jersey Chapter programs bring education and awareness to our communities through community education events, both for adults and children, as well as sending children with juvenile arthritis diagnoses and rheumatic disease to camp each summer.In addition to staff management, I worked closely with a dynamic leadership board comprised of engaged medical professionals and corporate executives to further the mission of the Arthritis Foundation in New Jersey and beyond.

Executive Director

• Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

Led the newly created Central Jersey region and established operational procedures and business practices for Central Jersey staff. Recruited an inaugural board of directors, each of whom supported the mission of the association through their own personal gift, corporate gift and engagement in mission-focused community plans. Secured over $1 million dollars in corporate sponsorship and close to $500,000 in individual gifts.

Executive Director, Central Jersey Division

• Jul 2010 - Jan 2013

Managed all aspects of the highest revenue producing market within New Jersey, overseeing fundraising staff and working in conjunction with the program team to address maternal child care needs within the state.o Cultivated and closed over $1 million in new revenue commitments for volunteer campaign leadership and event sponsorship.o Reached and sustained 100% participation annual giving goal from the Central Board members as well as staff.o Served as communications lead for the state of New Jersey; negotiated in-kind media sponsorship, coordination of all external communications, and management of communication volunteers.o Increased annual signature wine and food fundraising event net revenue by 38% in 2010; followed by 85% year-over-year growth in 2011.o Restructured sponsorship and giving proposals to fit an annual single-ask approach that provided year-round engagement for sponsors and individual donors, resulting in increased revenue and donor retention as well and greater accuracy in financial projections.o Only executive director to secure restricted funding for program-specific initiatives, such as the Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait which provided education for both medical professionals and expecting mothers on the risks of early scheduled cesarean section births.

Business Consultant

• Jul 2009 - Jul 2010

On- and off-site development consulting including grant writing, fundraising campaigns, individual giving, annual giving and major gifts. Clients included healthcare organizations, mental health nonprofits, private schools and performing arts organizations.

Director, Distinguished Events

• Jul 2008 - Jul 2009

Special Events Coordinator

• Jan 2007 - Jul 2008

Event and Promotions Manager

• Nov 2004 - Jan 2007