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Act as the face of the Mission MSA and guiding force behind the organizational strategy, and operations, to continue driving the growth and success of the leading patient advocacy organization for multiple system atrophy.● Re-envisioned and evolved the staffing model, almost quadrupling staffing in under two years, providing the organization with the talent to achieve mission-critical priorities.● Spearheaded the development and rollout of the organization's first-ever strategic plan, creating a comprehensive roadmap outlining both short and long-term objectives over the next three years.● Initiated the design and go-to-market strategy to launch a new brand for 2024.● Continue to introduce best governance practices to achieve operational excellence and a diverse and inclusive leadership body.● Established collaborative research relationships with like-minded organizations to work towards shared research objectives including genetics, biomarkers, and disease pathology.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

With the Academy, I strategically partnered with the Board of Directors to define and evolve the association's vision, while devising a short-term strategic roadmap to achieve key objectives. For other key leadership functions, I..-Prioritized and maximized return on investment (ROI) for a $1M grant, ensuring all required timelines and deliverables were achieved, while continuing to strengthen the partnership with the funding organization.- Founded and launched the organization's first online community, creating greater visibility and transparency, while dramatically increasing the group's engagement.-Tracked key performance metrics across all departments and leveraged insights to drive continuous improvement, eliminating performance gaps and capitalizing on opportunities for growth.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I oversaw the organization's daily operations, with areas of leadership including marketing, fundraising, programs, fiscal management, strategic planning, Board development, and more. For highlights, I…-Represented the organization's priorities to key coalitions, industry supporters, and other partners.-Succeeded in substantially increasing annual operating net by 155% and strengthening organizational cash reserves from 0 to six months over tenure with the group.

Greater Chicago Area

As an association management company, my three clients were the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, the International Transplant Nurses Society, and the National Association of Neonatal Nurses.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I became a senior leader with the national association, taking ownership of key governance functions, such as managing leadership nominations, volunteer appointments, and continue to strategize ways to increase membership engagement. Over my time with the group, I…-Served as the chief liaison to the NANNP Council, the advanced practice division's governing body.-Established the organization's Advocacy Committee and orchestrated a number of legislative initiatives championing key priorities.

Alexandria, Va

I was promoted to my culminating senior leadership role, taking charge of the regional councils and chapters strategy. As such, I…* Forged a new ASA regional council network to provide key support for regional association members via resource building, networking, professional development, and advocacy.* Completely revamped the organization's outdated chapter model, which, combined with the new network, led to regional council and chapter membership increasing by over 20% in one year.* Planned, organized, and hosted the association's portfolio of 31 regional programming and industry events.

Alexandria, Va

I was recruited initially to spearhead chapter relations, playing a key role in strengthening the health of each chapter through financial oversight, program planning/execution, legislative advocacy, Board development, and other efforts. During this time, I achieved strong growth in the number of ASA-affiliated chapters, increasing membership 10% YoY.

Rockville, Md

With the Council, I orchestrated key programs focused on international outreach and networking across 30+ countries, in addition to being integrally involved in the design of a new Leadership Development Program, among other efforts.

Glenview, Il

Bachelor'S, Journalism

Activities and Societies: DePaulia Sports WriterWrote articles for Women's Tennis, Women's Soccer and Women's Basketball.

M.A., Writing And Publishing