Leadership Team
Alma mater: UW-Green Bay (undergrad) and Cal State Los Angeles (grad school); BS Political Science, BS Public Administration, MA Political Science
Family: My fun-loving husband Joe and super spunky daughter Kennedy.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love family time, community service, time with friends, Badger games of any kind (but football is the best), reading (I’m a personal/professional development junkie), travel, entertaining and throwing parties.
Leadership contributions: ASAE APAC Committee Member (current); Junior League of Madison Community (Past President); Madison Area Down Syndrome Society (Past Board Member); Rock County Board of Supervisors elected official (2006-2011).
Where I volunteer: Junior League of Madison: All Dressed Up program; Cherokee Middle School Partnership Program; Ronald McDonald House dinner program; Youth Leadership programming; MADSS: World Down Syndrome Day programming, Parent Mentor, Down Syndrome Awareness Walk committee; National Down Syndrome Society: Parent Advocate; Madison Mom's Blog: contributing writer; Leadership Greater Madison civic leadership program graduate (2017)
I’m known in the office for... Being a fixer – if you have a problem, I’ll find a way to solve it.
My superpower: I’m a master social coordinator. In my next life, I should be a cruise director.
Recognition: 2019 Association Forum 40 under 40
Favorite client experience: Working to create new programs, helping to bring them to life, and seeing the impact they have on participants. ACTRIMS works hard to support its trainees and wanted to start a program for Residents at their Annual Forum. I worked side by side with the Program Chair to develop the program and experience and helped to bring it to life onsite. The gratitude received from the residents was unbelievable and the program has expanded year after year.
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: “The best things in life are the people we love, the places we’ve been and the memories we’ve made along the way.” (Author unknown)
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: We are a strong team both professionally and personally. We each bring unique strengths to the table and we get to learn from one another both as professionals and as individuals. We also love to have fun outside of the office, which is a HUGE perk!
Currently: Member, ASAE Board of Directors; Fellow, American Society of Association Executives
Alma mater: Undergrad UW-Madison; masters UW-MilwaukeeFamily: Daughters Charlotte & Jayne, and sons Henry & James
What I like to do in my off-hours: Kids activities, try to exercise every day, spend time up north at the lake — on water or snow! Attend UW-Madison Badger sporting events.
I’m known in the office for... Coming up with ideas.
My superpower: Organization, planning
One skill or talent I wish I had: Singing
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Pay it forward. Give to others first in any way you can.
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Starting my own business, and opening our D.C. office in 2017 and purchasing another AMC in Colorado. Flexible with remote staff, fun, casual work environment
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Our team!!!!!
Alma mater: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, BS of Marketing
What I like to do in my off-hours: In the warmer months, I love to get outdoors - hiking and kayaking. My husband and I enjoy checking out new breweries and snagging reservations at Madison's newest restaurants.
I'm known in the office for: My intense organization skills.
My super power: Being the Google of Madison. Need a recommendation of things to do, where to eat, places to visit? I'm your gal!
Leadership positions: I am a member of the Association Management Company Institute (AMCI) Emerging AMC Executives Committee and a board member for Madison Festivals, Inc. (MFI).
Recognition: 2020 InBusiness 40 Under 40
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: I appreciate the vibrant and collaborative work environment at AMPED, where the people make it truly special. Building meaningful relationships with my colleagues has been a true highlight.
Alma mater: Indiana University - BS Business (Computer Information Systems, International Business, French)
Family: My husband, Steve, and I live in Madison and have 3 wonderful boys – 1 in college and 2 in high school. Cooking for teenage boys is my second full-time job.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Travel, read, spend time with friends, hike
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: This is such a brilliant business model, incorporating shared costs and resources in the nonprofit world. AMPED delivers with a fun team of people who like to be busy, solve problems, improve efficiencies, and get things done! As Director of Client Relations, I enjoy getting the opportunity to work with all our clients and staff teams. I love all the connections made in different industries, memories made onsite at client meetings, and the variety of work day to day. Never a dull moment!
Alma mater: MS, UW-Milwaukee; BS, UW-Madison
Tell us about your family: I am the oldest of 4 children, which earned me the nickname "den mother." I love spending time with them in the summer in our favorite place, Minocqua, WI.
I am known in the office for . . . Being organized and on time!
My super power: Excel!
Favorite client experience: Exploring Italy with the ACTRIMS team during the 2023 meeting with ECTRIMS. It was a blast spending time with the team while eating and drinking our way around a beautiful country.
Leadership positions: Board of Directors, Madison Magnet | Member, ASAE Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC)
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Hands down, the people and the culture! AMPED is truly a second family.
Alma mater: Marquette University, MBA / Undergrad Business/Marketing
Tell us about your family: My husband, Casey, and I met in college and love to stay busy with our active family. We live in Madison with our three kids, Ellie (20), Jackson (18) and Avery (12) and our Bernedoodle pup Maisie. We can usually be found at a sporting event of some kind - either one of our kids or a Badger or Marquette game!
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love to travel (anywhere with a beach!), read, attend outdoor live concerts, stay active outside and be with friends and family!
Where I volunteer: I love to be involved with my kid's schools and organizations. I also volunteer at ARC Residential treatment program for pregnant and postpartum women and their babies.
My superpower: Problem solving! Nothing makes me happier at work than finding creative and effective solutions for client's and coworker's challenges.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: I love the people, the fun culture, the constant collaborations and problem-solving and the overall "get-it-done" mentality of everyone here.
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Alma mater: Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH - BA in Psychology)
Family: Married my college sweetheart and have two boys, Jackson and Tyler
What I like to do in my off-hours: I spend most of my time in a basketball gym watching my boys or supporting my husband who coaches at Marymount University. When I'm not with my family I'm with my girlfriends who keep me sane - traveling, walking and almost always drinking wine!
Leadership contributions: I co-founded a networking group for women who own small businesses in my community called Women Connecting Women (in Arlington, VA)
I’m known in the office for... Walking fast!
My superpower: Listening
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Build strong relationships so that when you need to have a hard conversation the trust and respect is already there
Favorite client experience: Dancing and singing for hours with the "party rocker" at the summer board retreat
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Earning my Certified Association Executive designation and transitioning my client to AMPED
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people, the resources and the Workplace app!
Family: My boyfriend, Greg, and I have 3 kids. Chesney 17, Braylen 14 & Mason 11. We are also slightly obsessed with our cat, Teeka!
What I like to do in my off-hours: You can usually always find me at a sporting event. We're busy year-round with volleyball, softball, football, basketball, baseball and soccer.
I’m known in the office for... never saying no to pie at Hubbard Ave Diner!
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Between my coworkers and the atmosphere, AMPED is the place to be! I'm so grateful to be surrounded by strong, successful women!
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Alma mater? UW-Madison, Community and Nonprofit Leadership and Environmental Studies
Family: I am the youngest of 5 children!
What I like to do in my off-hours: Water ski, downhill ski, cook, play with my dogs, and be outside!
I'm known in the office for... Being a maven
My super power: Organization
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Making history as the first president to be elected for 3 terms of the local nonprofit I am a part of.
Leadership position I hold outside of AMPED: President of the Min-Aqua Bat Waterski Shows
Volunteer work I do: Lakeland Food Pantry Volunteer, Min-Aqua Bat Waterski Shows, Oneida County Humane Society
Certifications and titles I hold: CITI Certified, Safesport Certified, President of NPO
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Being surrounded by innovative, strong women.
Alma mater: University of Maryland at College Park, Robert H. Smith School of Business - BS Marketing & BS International Business | Johns Hopkins University, Carey Business School - MS Marketing
What I like to do in my off-hours: Travel internationally - only continent left to explore is Antarctica!
I'm known in the office for... Putting structure to chaos.
My super power: Helping organizations find themselves.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Becoming an ASAE DELP (Diversity Executive Leadership Program) Scholar
Leadership positions I currently hold outside of AMPED: Incoming President for the American Marketing Association DC Chapter (July 2025-June 2026 - and then will be President July 2026-June 2027)
Volunteer work I do: Member of the Conscious Inclusion Committee of ASAE
Awards I have received for my work: DCA Live's Association Tech and Innovation Leaders (2024, 2022, 2021), Foil & Specialty Effects Association's Gold Leaf Award (2024 - NMSDC's 50th Anniversary Coffee Table Book), Association TRENDS's TRENDY Awards (2024 Gold - NMSDC's 50th Anniversary Coffee Table Book, 2022 Silver - AHLA's Member Concierge Program, 2021 Gold - AHLA’s Health Law Connections Magazine), SIIA's EXCEL Awards (2022 Bronze - Best New Innovation for Health Law Week, 2021 Bronze - Promotional Content Rebranding - An Inclusive Rebrand - Lawyers to Law, 2021 Silver - Video Series - Navigating Health Law Disruption, 2021 Gold - Magazines Redesign (10,001 - 20,000) - Health Law Connections Magazine), and Association Forum's Forty Under 40 Award (2019)
Certificates & titles I hold: Certified Association Executive (CAE), Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), Artificial and Machine Bias Prevention – Leader Certification (AMBP-L)™
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Alma mater: St. Norbert College – BA in English
Family: I grew up inNorthern Wisconsin next to Lake Superior where my immediate family still lives.My partner, Bob, and I live in Fitchburg, WI. We love being able to spend time with our wonderful (and entertaining) nephews and niece!
What I like to do in my off hours: We enjoy any sort of adventure where we can explore interesting, quirky places and experiences, usually with a stop forsome delicious BBQ along the way. My ideal setting to relax is riding on a pontoon boat on a lake and ending the day with a music filled time around a campfire with family and friends.
My superpower is… creative problem solving and empowering others.
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: I worked in politics for almost 18 years and was able to get results no matter the political environment. I kept focused on what needed to get done whether it was working in a bipartisan fashion to get bills signed into law, building coalitions, developing problem solving strategies or winning a campaign.
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: I love the energizing vibe of talented, passionate people sharing their expertise and experiences to help achieve common goals and support others while having a tonof fun - the perfect balance!
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Alma mater: Attended University of Wisconsin MadisonFamily: Husband Mike and two daughters, Alyvia and Leah, a minipin dog named Bella and cat names Tigger
What I like to do in my off-hours: Watching and cheering for our kids as they participate in various sports. Beyond that, I love catching a sunset whenever I can on one of our beautiful lakes in Madison, exploring bike trails, playing tennis, taking last minute road trips and listening to live music.
My superpower: I can make a mean Bloody Mary.
Where I volunteer: Board Member of Breast Cancer Recovery in Madison, WI
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Live for Life!
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Developing a diverse background of professional experiences.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The opportunity to work with and build relationships with a variety of our clients. And, the support of the AMPED team.
Alma mater: University of Michigan, Environmental Studies
Family: Grew up with my family in Ann Arbor, MI - have been a Wolverine since day one! My brother's puppy, Rex, is the star of the family.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Watching Michigan sports, trying out new coffee shops and running!
Favorite client experience: Being able to learn about various industries from amazing volunteers!
Where I volunteer: Food Rescue US - we help save unused food from local restaurants and donate to food shelters.
Fun fact about me: I worked as a docent at a museum of natural history in college and know a lot about dinosaurs and pre-historic life!
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people!
Alma mater: BS in Marketing and Information Systems, Marquette University
Family: My parents live in Madison, and I have two brothers - one older and one younger. We also have a playful Sheepadoodle named Posie!
What I like to do in my off-hours: I enjoy playing tennis, doing pilates, going out to dinner with my friends, and taking my dog for long walks!
Where I volunteer: The River Food Pantry on the north side of Madison
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: The friendly and welcoming atmosphere
Alma Mater: University of Vermont
Family: My wife, Jen, and I have a 3-year-old (Maisie)and a 1-year-old (Lola). We live in Madison and enjoy spending time withfriends and family in the area.
What I like to do in my off hours: I'm most likely running around with my kids. Itry to play soccer and golf weekly. My wife and I have family and friends closeby so we try to get out to see them as much as possible.
My Super Power: Creative problem solving, I love a challenge andworking with my team to come up with a solution.
My Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people! Everyone is dedicated to theirclients and committed to the AMPED team and values.
Alma mater: California State University, Los Angeles
What I like to do in my off-hours: Spending time with my family and friends, going to the movies, zumba classes and traveling
My superpower: Attention to detail
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ― Maya Angelou
Family: Irish mother, German father with 3 sisters, one brother. We all agree that we are the funniest people we know
What I like to do in my off-hours: Crochet, weave, read, play with dog
I’m known in the office for…Torturing my Wisconsin co-workers with tales of warm Virginia weather
My superpower: Efficiency
One skill or talent I wish I had: Patience
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Don’t worry about doing something great, do a great many good things.
Favorite client experience: Getting to meet the people I talk with on the phone throughout the year. Attending conferences allows me to get to know the members on a deeper level and to meet, putting a “face to the name.”
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Serving in the U.S. Navy
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Working with so many excellent professional women
Family: I have a small family and grew up in Tallahassee, Florida with an older sister and two bonus siblings. I enjoy seeing my nieces and nephews when I visit.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I enjoy travel, spending time with friends, gardening, reading and baking, board games, and walking down to the beach.
I'm known in the office for... Snarky sense of humor and having the nickname "The Mayor" because I never meet a stranger.
My super power is... Breaking tension with humor.
Favorite Client Experience: Helping to quickly revitalize a client that had been dormant for several years with record abstract submissions, sold out exhibit space and engaged leadership and members.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Deciding to study, take and pass the CAE exam after several decades of working in association management.
Leadership positions I currently hold: I am a member of ASAE's CAE Exam Committee
Volunteer work I do: I volunteer as a Board Member with my condo association.
Certifications & titles I hold: Certified Associatio Executive (CAE)
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: The professionally organized manner in which they operate while incorporating fun and educational opportunities. The talented team is welcoming and passionate.
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Alma mater: University of Colorado Boulder, English major with a minor in Technology, Arts & Media
What I like to do in my off hours: Yoga, skiing, reading, baking, spending quality time with friends, family, and my dog Ruthie
Favorite Client Experience: Getting to see our hard work come to life at meetings and conferences and getting to meet folks in person that I've been working with over Zoom for months and months
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Alma mater: University of Oregon - Eugene: Bachelor's degree in Applied Economics, Business, and Society
Family: Most of my family lives in Madison, and I live alone downtown with my Calico cat, Layla, and Husky, Talia.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Teach ballet classes, try out a new sewing pattern, attend indoor cycling classes, walk around town with my dog, and explore the city with friends.
My superpower: Memorizing random details!
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: Meeting people from different walks of life.
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Alma mater: Liberty University: BS in Graphic Design & Business Minor | Regent University: MBA with Concentration in Marketing
What I like to do in my off-hours: Hangout at la playa!
My super power: I'm Batman without the wealth, knowledge, and fighting abilities.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: I earned my MBA a year early by doubling my classes while still working a full time job.
Family: I am a middle child. I live with my younger sister Nika and two cats Hamilton (boy) and Nochi (girl), both 1 yr and 9 mo.
What I like to do in my off hours: Me and my sister are obsessed with Chinatown and spend most of if not all our free time there. During the summer you can find me on a walk, bike ride, at the beach, waterpark (usually the Dells), amusement park, or on a road trip.
I'm known in the office for... Having everything you need at my desk. Food, first aid, stationery, toiletries, extra clothing, disinfectant, you name it, I got it!
My Super power is... Being handy. Putting together furniture, mounting televisions, installing floating shelves and more! Ask me about my closet room :)
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Alma mater: Coastal Carolina University, Recreation and Sport Management
Family: I was born and raised in Northern Virginia, where my family has lived for over 50 years.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I am a cheerleading coach at Chantilly High School, this will be my fourth year with the varsity team. I also coach at the club level. Cheerleading has been my passion for as long as I can remember, and coaching has been a way to keep it in my life. It keeps me busy and is always entertaining.
My superpower: Hula-hooping, I have yet to lose a hula-hoop contest!
I'm known in the office for: Being able to walk to the office, I only live .6 miles away.
Volunteer work: I am a National Council Designee for Alpha Xi Delta, my college sorority, and volunteer with the chapters at George Mason University and Cornell University.
Alma mater: Currently pursuing my degree in Accounting at Madison College
Family: Mother (Lois), Father (Jerome), older Brother (Bob), Sister-In-Law (Erica), Nephew (Finley), younger Sister (Lisa). We are fortunate that we all live in Southern Wisconsin. It makes keeping in touch very easy!
What I like to do in my off-hours: I enjoy getting outside, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and travel. I’ve played competitive sand court volleyball for 20+ years. I also enjoy learning about space and the universe — What is a Magnetar?
I'm known in the office for: My fermentation knowledge
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people I have the opportunity to work with: creative, intelligent, supportive, caring. This truly is an amazing group of people. I feel exceptionally fortunate to be a part of AMPED Association Management.
Alma mater: Bachelors in Secondary English Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Family: Husband-Tim and young kids - Freddy and Etta.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I enjoy baking, traveling, WI sports and spending time with my family. I like to stay active with running and yoga.
I’m known in the office for... Finding and inserting puns in everyday conversation. I love word games.
My superpower: Problem solving and proofreading!
Leadership contributions: Citizen Member, Middleton Community Development Authority (CDA)
Certifications: Professional Certificate in Online Education:Instruction and Instructional Design
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Awarded a Fulbright Teaching Assistantship after graduating with my teaching degree and spent a year living and teaching in Germany. A personal accomplishment I am proud of is running my first half-marathon in the fall of 2021.
Alma mater: American University; BA in International Relations, Specialization in European Studies and Economic Affairs
Family: My husband, Mitchell, and I have been married for two years and enjoy spoiling our small menagerie: Katarina the Russian Tortoise, Toby the Maine Coon cat, and Jolene the English Bulldog.
What I like to do in my off-hours: When I'm not working, I am usually volunteering with Daughters of the American Revolution and various local charities, working with my wedding planning clients through All the Dainty Details, or reading historical fiction or fantasy novels.
I’m known in the office for...decorating my office for every season! Life is too short to have a boring workspace.
My superpower is...making everyone feel included and connected.
Favorite Client Experience: In general, I have been blessed to work with organizations who brought in many inspirational speakers, including Peyton Manning, Frank Abagnale, Alison Levine, Michellene Davis, Rob O'Neill, and Shenandoah Chefalo. Every one of these speakers have influenced me in my leadership style and how I view the world.
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: I am most proud of the positive impact that I've left on my clients and team members in past organizations. I truly love seeing programs that I worked with volunteers to create flourish and become keystone programs for organizations.
Leadership positions I hold outside of AMPED: Chapter Regent, Eleanor Wilson Chapter, NSDAR (2024-2026); various DCDAR State Committee Chair and NSDAR National Committee Member positions; Board Member, Pawfectly Delicious
Volunteer work I do: I am actively involved in my alumni network of American University and DC Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, often speaking at student events and participating in mentoring programs.
Alma mater: Edgewood College - Bachelor of Science: Communication Studies; Minor: EnglishFamily: My husband Dan and kiddos Sam and Vivianna. Can’t forget our four-legged fur babies George and Olive!
What I like to do in my off-hours: Anything that brings people together – I love entertaining! Travel and new adventures with our family.
I’m known in the office for... My spunky (maybe sometimes sassy?) personality
My superpower: Details
Favorite client experience: The process of a meeting or event begins as an idea. I love being a part of its evolution into a valuable attendee experience.
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Words of wisdom written by my grandfather before he passed away. “Do your best with all the challenges in life. We all have them. Respect others and they will respect you. Be there for your family and friends. We need each other. Enjoy life! There is so much we take for granted. Get up in the morning and thank God. Then go out and live life to its fullest. It’s the only one you have.”
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Diversity of client work and the people!
Alma mater: B.A. Public Relations and Organizational Communication; B.A. Telecommunications, University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
Family: Loving husband, daughter Joanna and sons James and Logan. No pets yet… maybe we’ll get a dog when the kids are old enough to help.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Take walks, host game-nights with friends, and listen to the "Stuff You Should Know" podcast. I also pretend to be good at yoga.
Leadership contributions: Past chair, American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) - Young Professionals Advisory Committee.
Special recognition: 40 Under 40 - class of 2017 (Association Forum & USAE), 2016 ASAE NextGen Alumni, 2017 ASAE NextGen Mentor
I’m known in the office for... Having a very clean and organized workspace.
My superpower: Cleaning and organization. I’m basically the character “Monica” from Friends on a less dramatic scale.
One skill or talent I wish I had: To actually be good at yoga, especially the really advanced poses like upside-down balances and holds.
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: You do you. Be your authentic self.
Favorite client experience: Onboarding new members to the Board. It’s exciting to work with such passionate individuals who are filled with new ideas and inspiration toward leading the association into the future.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Earning the CAE credential early in my career.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The friendships I’ve made.
Alma mater: Florida State University, BS, Chemistry
Family: Mom of 3
What I like to do in my off-hours: Crossfit, read/podcasts, travel, watch horror movies
I’m known in the office for... Calming nature, problem solver, huge collaborator
My superpower: If its not broken, lets break it!
Favorite client experience: Any celebration of member or volunteer accomplishments
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Technical audit that included AMS,LMS and CMS. My first foundation strategic plan.
Certifications: CAE and working on Design Thinking Certification
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people and variety of work
Alma mater: B.A., Business Marketing, Edgewood College. Currently working on an MBA.
Family: My parents and brother all live in Boulder, CO. My girlfriend, Emily, and I have a 9-year old beagle named Daisy.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Play baseball, hike, workout, and spend time with my friends.
My superpower: My incredible sense of humor.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The work environment; everybody is extremely helpful and friendly. From the start, AMPED made a great fit for me.
Alma mater: Lewis University- BA, MA- Organizational Leadership
Family: I am the oldest of three girls and an aunt to 2 nephews!
What I like to do in my off hours: Sports, Concerts and travel
I'm known in the office for...The good office supplies
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Turning around membership retention to 90% in 2 years!
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Alma mater: BA and MA, Southeastern Louisiana UniversityFamily: Husband - Tim; sons - Max and Gus; and our cat Tuppy.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love to be outdoors - you can find me gardening, hiking or fly fishing.
I’m known in the office for...being unflappable.
Favorite client experience: My first tour of a steel plant! I saw how many different pieces have to come together - chemistry, engineering, logistics - to create something so seemingly basic to our lives. It sparked my passion for working with manufacturers, and over a decade later I'm still doing it.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: I love how AMPED has created a real sense of teamwork and connection, even with a dispersed workforce. Client staff aren't siloed - they are reaching out, sharing experiences and resources, and offering assistance. It creates a cooperative environment for learning and professional growth.
Family: My husband Steve and I live in Cross Plains with our two dogs, Birdie and Frida. We have a daughter named Emily who recently graduated with her Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from UW Madison and a new son-in-law named Connor.
What I like to do in my off hours: I perform standup comedy locally and have done leadership training on utilizing the basic "yes, and" skills of improv. As a family, we've also traveled extensively to SCUBA dive and have done so in the Red Sea, Caribbean, Hawaii, and Thailand. I love to read and take walks, hang out with friends, and am always up for a glass of wine.
My Super Power: Connecting with others and smoothing over conflicts.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: I was recently featured in Madison Magazine in a special article about the local comedy scene in the area. At a former role, I also increased our retention rate to 20% higher than the national average and overhauled the organization's Ambassador Program to include additional leadership and recognition opportunities.
Volunteer work: I volunteer with a variety of different organizations in the community whenever I can.
Certifications: At a former role, I received a certificate in Chamber Management in Membership and Revenue Development from the ACCE.
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: So far, the friendliness and helpfulness of everyone in the office. I also really appreciated how updated I was kept during the pre-hire and onboarding process - it was very impressive.
Alma mater: Iowa State University (undergrad) and Loyola University Chicago (grad)
Family: My husband, Mike, and I live in Michigan with our two girls, Noor and Lyla.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Spend time with family and friends, travel and try new restaurants!
I’m known in the office for... My hotel routine to ease my fear of germs. I wrote an AMPED blog with a few of my travel tips, but I only shared a glimpse of my somewhat ridiculous routine when I first step into a hotel room.
One skill or talent I wish I had: As much as I love to eat, I’m a mediocre cook. I wish I could whip up a meal with confidence and no stress.
Favorite client experience: Client meetings and I can’t pick just one! At each meeting, we get to see all of the work from many hands come together and experience the end result.
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Wake up with purpose and choose to be happy each day.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people. So much talent and dedication to help our associations grow and perfect operations, all while having a great team to laugh with and celebrate professional and personal successes!
Alma mater: Marketing and International Business with a Minor in Spanish, Iowa State University; Meetings & Event Management, Madison College
Family: Husband Steve, son Kaiden, daughter Vivienne and our Maltese/Yorkie, Wrigley.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Travel (15 countries and counting), read, bake, do puzzles and collect houseplants. The last three increased exponentially during the pandemic!
I’m known in the office for...My love of data and finding the typo that slipped past the editor.
My superpower: Traveling with only a carry-on. I've got places to go and things to see!
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Obtaining my meetings degree while working full-time.
Where I volunteer: PTO and in my kids' classrooms.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Kind people and a great office atmosphere (online and off!)
Alma mater: Xavier’s school for gifted youngsters
What I like to do in my off-hours: Work
I’m known in the office for... Rolling up my sleeves. Literally.
Leadership roles: Owner, Remachines
My superpower: The ability to translate the language of Nerd for others
One skill or talent I wish I had: A better vertical
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: “Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em.”
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Running my own business
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Everyone has their own unique talents.
Alma mater: Bachelor of Science in Biology
What I like to do in my off-hours: Spending time with my friends and family. Going on walks and trying new restaurants.
I’m known in the office for...All my plants! My office plants have multiplied and am known as having a green thumb.
Where I volunteer: Citizen Scientist with the Potomac Riverkeeper Network
Alma mater: Lakeland University - Bachelors in Accounting
Family: Married the love of my life! Son Eric and his wife Carly live in Washington state. I'm #4 of 5 and blessed to have most of my family close by.
What I like to do in my off-hours: I'm very involved in the Elks organization and love helping my community. My family, the outdoors and lighthouses are also a great way to spend time away!
I’m known in the office for... Comic relief and giving away bottles of wine on occasion.
My superpower: Tackling whatever is asked of me but not afraid to ask for help.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Finishing my bachelor's degree while working full time and tending to family. I believe that all the twists and turns of my career led me to the best place of all - AMPED!
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: "It's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission" and "You do what you think is right"
Leadership Contributions: Trustee; Oshkosh Elks Lodge; State Inner Guard & Chair of (WEA) Wisconsin Elks Association Government Relations Committee; Treasurer for WEA Central District; Treasurer for WILD (Wisconsin Lighthouse District)
Where I volunteer: BPO Elks-besides holding 3 offices, I help current Secretaries & Treasurers all around the state.
Recognitions: I've received several awards from the Elks, including Secretary of the Year (2017-18) for the State of WI. Published in the American Payroll Association newsletter.
Certifications: CNAP, Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The people! We all work well together and have the best management team.
Alma mater: Adrian College, BA Accounting; UW-Madison, MBA-Finance
Family: Husband, Dan and two adult sons
What I like to do in my off-hours: Read, snowshoe, walk, spend time with family
I’m known in the office for… “In your face” sweaters
My superpower: Efficiency, a need to tie down the little things, Excel
One skill or talent I wish I had: I wish I was better at the advice I was given below.
Best piece of advice anyone ever gave me: Attack and embrace the project that you know nothing about. It’s all about continuing to learn. Wish I was better at it.
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: Lynda and her staff. They feel like family.
Alma mater: UW-Madison
Family: Married to a former Madisonian, Bill; one daughter, Carly; and one son, Will
What I like to do in my off-hours: Re-purposing vintage finds, running, tennis, spectator at kids’ sporting events
My superpower: Multi-tasking, problem solving, juggling several businesses at once
Best piece of advice: Life rewards risk; don’t be afraid to aim high and go for it!
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Running multiple businesses at once and helping AMPED open the new DC office in Old Town Alexandria.
Alma mater: University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and Masters degree in History
Family: I am originally from Bronx New York and my family still lives out east. My wife and her family are from Wisconsin so we get to spend a lot of time doing fun family outings. I have a sister and more cousins than I can count!
What I like to do in my off-hours: Reading, watching movies and playing board/video games
My superpower: Making great cups of coffee and baked goods
Professional accomplishment I’m most proud of: Being the first in my family to get a Bachelors and Masters degree.
Leadership positions: I am a board member for the Wisconsin Federation of Museums
Certifications: I still hold a Wisconsin license to teach social studies and sociology
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: My favorite thing so far is everyone's positive energy!
Alma mater: University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; I have a BBA in Human Resource Management and General Management
Family: I am married to Hogan Veserat!
What I like to do in my off-hours: I enjoy time outdoors spending time camping at various state parks and walking WI's scenic trails. I can also be found in the kitchen trying new recipes and "measuring with my heart."
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Generally, I enjoy innovative problem-solving and take pride in the client-specific resources I’ve curated to address particular challenges—ultimately improving everyone's experience and outcomes.
Volunteer work I do: I participate in regular service opportunities at my local church; usually I can be found brewing Sunday morning coffee, coordinating meals or hanging out with the 3yr olds.
Awards I've received: At my former organization, I received the "Seek Innovation" Staff Award and was acknowledged for my innovative strategies in navigating various challenges and my knack for encouraging innovation in others.
My favorite thing about working at AMPED: The AMPED Team is high achieving and outcome driven with an uncompromised culture of kindness and friendliness - I am appreciative of this!
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Alma mater: University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Spanish
About my family: I recently moved into a new house with my partner, and we've been enjoying the process of settling in, getting to know the community, and making friends in the neighborhood. In addition to being a proud plant mom, we're hoping to adopt some furry friends in the next year or so once we're more settled. Family is also really important to me—I’m very close to my two brothers and my four step-siblings.
What I like to do in my off-hours: Right now, my hobbies revolve around making our new house feel like home, so I'm really into interior design. I also love photography and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants. Some of my more random hobbies include candle making and crafting. On weekends, I usually spend time with family or head out on new adventures.
I'm known in the office for . . . Bringing positive, happy energy!
My super power is . . . Always up for trying something new!
Alma mater: UW - Madison, Communication Arts (Radio-TV-Film) and a certificate in Graphic Design
What I do in my off hours: I love photography, videography, biking, hiking, running, reading, painting, and going to concerts.
Professional accomplishment I'm most proud of: Once my graphic design work was acknowledged by attendees of a national conference my work was hosting. It was awesome to see people in the science field acknowledging the work I put in to the branding for the conference!
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The community! Everyone is very willing to help and offer a new perspective so you never feel stuck in the work that you're doing, and this really helps to provide the best product for your client.
Alma mater: B.S. in Spanish and Psychology from UW-Oshkosh, M.S.E. in School Psychology from UW-Whitewater
Family: I live with my husband, two daughters (currently 5 and 1.5 years old), and two cats
What I like to do in my off-hours: I love bingeing The Office or Gilmore Girls, and my husband and I enjoy tackling home improvement projects
My superpower: Spreading joy
Favorite thing about working at AMPED: The team has been very warm and welcoming to me as the newcomer
