Innovation is the essential ingredient for the survival of professional societies in the coming decades. Older members are re-evaluating every dollar spent and younger generations are seeking their professional connections outside the rubric of traditional membership associations. With declining membership and changing paradigms around the definition of community, societies must continually ask themselves: how are we relevant?I believe organizations must adapt so that we can serve our future member. As a forward-thinking association executive, I am passionately determined to help the board navigate the winds of change to sail into the future with confidence. MY LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY:✔ I am curious and will take calculated risks balanced with robust research. I know how to connect the dots.✔ I drive results through measurable success points, accountability, and trust.✔ I manage imperfections by allowing people to be who they are. It’s messy but worth it.✔ I address conflict early so that relationships are grounded on mutual respect.✔ I take a stand when it matters. ✔ I strive to be generous.MY MANAGEMENT STYLE:♦ I customize my style to the individual. Management should be fair, not necessarily equal. ♦ I manage to results. Staff should be able to work when, where and how they want as long as they deliver.♦ I put on the brakes when emotions run high. Sometimes 24 hours can make all the difference.♦ I believe that “no” is just a sign to change course. ♦ I believe that options are often better than absolutes.♦ I empower my staff to innovate.SKILLS: Executive Leadership | Strategic Visioning | Board Relations | Contract Negotiations | Change Management | Alliance Partnerships | Coalition Building | Revenue & Program Development | Operations Management | Sponsor Cultivation |Technology Maximization | Leading Remote Teams | Financial Management | Staff Development | Results Accountability (ROWE) | Career Development