ECFC Partners with AMPED Association Management

ECFC Partners with AMPED Association Management
Emily Bardach, CAE, CNAP Appointed Executive Director

The Employers Council on Flexible Compensation (ECFC) is excited to announce a new partnership with AMPED Association Management, a firm known for delivering strategic and innovative support to growing associations. Effective November 3, 2025, AMPED will provide full-service management to ECFC, positioning the organization for expanded reach, enhanced member value, and long-term growth.

As part of this new chapter, Emily Bardach, has been named Executive Director. Bardach brings more than three decades of experience leading mission-driven associations. Known for her collaborative leadership style and strategic vision, Emily is passionate about empowering associations to deliver meaningful member value and drive industry impact.

“We are excited for this next chapter” said ECFC President Karen Frost. “Our partnership with AMPED will allow us to better serve our members and expand our organization’s impact on the future of flexible compensation. We are thrilled to have Emily’s leadership and expertise as we move forward.

“I’m honored to join ECFC at this important moment,” said Bardach, “Flexible compensation is a significant value to thousands of hard-working Americans. ECFC is helping facilitate the strongest return for individuals and employers in tax-advantaged benefit programs. I look forward to collaborating with the exceptionally talented team at ECFC to grow the organization’s impact.

AMPED President and Owner Jen Brydges, CAE added, “We are thrilled to support ECFC and their mission to preserve and foster an environment where every individual has access to and derives value from consumer-driven benefit accounts. Our team is excited for this partnership and we are looking forward to growing the ECFC programs, events, and strengthening the member engagement.

ECFC serves a dynamic and diverse membership. The organization hosts educational programs, conferences, hill visits, and collaborative initiatives that drive innovation, advancement, and education in tax-advantaged benefit programs.

To learn more about the Employers Council on Flexible Compensation (ECFC) visit https://ecfc.org.