AMPED is proud of its team 50+ staff, which includes CAE (Certified Association Executive), CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) and FASAE (Fellow of the American Society of Association Executives) designates. Of the more than 500 association management companies worldwide, AMPED is one of only 80 firms that have achieved the prestigious AMC Institute accreditation, demonstrating the highest level of professionalism and responsibility, while consistently meeting and exceeding all industry standards.

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Executive Team

Nina Ifurung

Nina Ifurung

Meetings Manager

Alma mater: BA in Political Science, University of California, Riverside
Family: I'm the oldest of three siblings: my sister and her family live in Hawaii (my second home - aloha!), and my brother lives in my home state of California. My friends are also my family and their kids (now adults) have been "my own". Though I'm not a mama, I've been a mama to about 10 kids, including my three nephews.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love to travel, and would love to cover all of Europe (Italy is my favorite). Hawaii is like a second home since my sister lives there. When I'm home, you'll find me getting my sweat on at the gym, playing tennis, or going on long walks. I'm a huge foodie and enjoy yummy fare and laughs with good friends.
My superpower: Timing is my thing!
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: I planned an inaugural golf tournament fundraiser for a small organization that had a tight budget. I drove the entire process and program as the planner, sales, marketing, and team leader. We exceeded the anticipated funds raised, paid all expenses, and turned a profit. I've since been tapped into to consult and/or guide other organizations with their golf tournaments.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: My colleagues are friendly, helpful, and top pros! I like the feeling that I'm not all alone. The sense of teamwork and pride of ownership is a stand-out.

Lynda J. Patterson, FASAE, CAE

President and Owner

Michael Battaglia, CAE , CNAP

VP of Client Services

Jen Brydges, CAE

VP of Resource Development and DEI

Emily Stephens

Chief of Staff

AMPED Team

Nina Ifurung

Nina Ifurung

Meetings Manager

Alma mater: BA in Political Science, University of California, Riverside
Family: I'm the oldest of three siblings: my sister and her family live in Hawaii (my second home - aloha!), and my brother lives in my home state of California. My friends are also my family and their kids (now adults) have been "my own". Though I'm not a mama, I've been a mama to about 10 kids, including my three nephews.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love to travel, and would love to cover all of Europe (Italy is my favorite). Hawaii is like a second home since my sister lives there. When I'm home, you'll find me getting my sweat on at the gym, playing tennis, or going on long walks. I'm a huge foodie and enjoy yummy fare and laughs with good friends.
My superpower: Timing is my thing!
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: I planned an inaugural golf tournament fundraiser for a small organization that had a tight budget. I drove the entire process and program as the planner, sales, marketing, and team leader. We exceeded the anticipated funds raised, paid all expenses, and turned a profit. I've since been tapped into to consult and/or guide other organizations with their golf tournaments.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: My colleagues are friendly, helpful, and top pros! I like the feeling that I'm not all alone. The sense of teamwork and pride of ownership is a stand-out.

Kris Ackley

Account Executive

Jane Algiers

Membership and Program Manager

Emily Bardach, CAE

Account Executive/Washington, DC

Chris Caple

Senior Meetings Manager

Sarah Carrillo

Membership and Certification Manager

Rachel Connor

Online Learning/Program Manager

Yvette Dominquez

Meetings Coordinator

Terry Driscoll

Association Manager

Michael Fiez

Marketing Operations Manager

Natalie Girard

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Cierra Grant

HR Administrator / Internal Communications

Alexandra Harjung

Meetings Manager

Nina Ifurung

Meetings Manager

Jackie Kimball

Account/Membership Coordinator

Karie Krantz

Association Manager

William Lancaster

Accounting Clerk

Keri Lore

Education Manager

Christina McCoy, CAE

Account Executive

Kristin McGuine

Creative Services Manager

Brittany Marsala Olson

Meetings Director

Will Mossa

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Amy Motyka, CMP

Associate Director/Meetings Manager

Dana J. Murn, CAE

Associate Director & Program Manager

Heather Outhuse

Membership and Program Manager

Henry Patterson

Executive Intern

Diana Peterson

Client Support Specialist

Kim Potter

Membership and Program Manager

Amanda Safa, CMP

Senior Meetings Manager

Jeynae Saillard

Meetings Manager

Kim Schardin, MBA, CAE

Account Executive

Delaney Slattery

Technology and Training Coordinator

Jacob Slonim

Association Coordinator

Nate Sperloen

IT Director

Gina M. Staskal, CNAP

Finance Manager

Amanda Stimart

Meetings Manager

Kim Striebel

Finance Manager

Kim Thompson

DC Managing Director / Client Services Specialist

Karisa Trudgeon

Marketing and Communications

Tony Veroeven, CAE

Director of Marketing and Sales

Jeanne Weiss

Director of Creative Services

Tris Withington

Office Manager

Our Partners

AMPED's partners help us deliver expert services to our association clients. We work with a variety of professional services firms in the areas of IT, legal services, lobbying, and financial and investment services.