Michele Branconier is a Western Region Director at American Camp Association. She possess expertise in fundraising, volunteer management, nonprofits, leadership, program development and 28 more skills. She is proficient in English. Colleagues describe her as "Michele is an inspirational leader. She loves what she does and is committed to transforming children’s lives through the camp experience. Having reported to Michele for nearly four years, I watched her successfully launch our giving campaign and help influence public policy changes in the state of California on behalf of the organization. Under her leadership, the organization grew in size and scope through successful membership drives, fundraising campaigns, and investment in strategic partnerships. She had the tremendous respect of her staff, board, national leadership team, and association members, in large part because of her respect for others and democratic management style. She is a compassionate leader who makes a difference in the lives of youth development professionals, parents, and children every single day." and "Michele is an incredible leader for the ACA Socal/Hawaii region. She is warm, kind, level-headed and forthright in her capacity as Executive Director. She has pioneered new fund-raising events that have yielded excellent results. She manages her staff to produce outstanding events. Additionally she has led strategic planning with the Western Association of Independent Camps for several years. As a professional colleague and now volunteer with the ACA, we are lucky to have her services as Executive Director."