Staff Directory

Mike directs ongoing monitoring and analysis of federal legislative and regulatory developments, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on AACRAO members. Additionally, Mike serves as editor of AACRAO Transcript.

Research & Policy Division

Brittany helps manage the Association's IT systems. She evaluates business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions for each department.

Operations Division

Drew provides customer service, refines and standardizes EDGE content, and manages projects that anchor AACRAO EDGE's position as an authoritative guide on comparative international education from a US perspective.

Research & Policy Division

carlisled@aacrao.org

Dr. DeNeen is the executive lead responsible for professional development and content delivery with a focus on strategic plan alignment, and maintains overall responsibility for the activities in the EMD Division.

Education & Member Development

deneent@aacrao.org

Paulina Duque is the communication coordinator. She helps coordinate, manage, and design AACRAO’s social media content. She is also responsible for editing and scheduling a variety of AACRAO e-blasts and newsletters.

Strategy & Planning Division

duquep@aacrao.org

Becky leads and manages logistics related to the execution of AACRAO meetings and events, including contracting and sourcing meeting venues, registration process design, marketing, and materials procurement.

Education & Member Development Division

fowkesb@aacrao.org

Julia directs the international department, provides visibility of AACRAO to the global higher education community, and oversees the Electronic Database for Global Education and the Law School Admissions Council service lines.

Research & Policy Division

funakij@aacrao.org

Bill manages and implements AACRAO’s public policy agenda and oversees federal government relations, legislative, policy and regulatory matters impacting the AACRAO membership.

Research & Policy Division

gilw@aacrao.org

Jody provides direct consulting services to client institutions, develops and executes training programs, contributes research and knowledge to the profession, and  assists with partnerships with companies and agencies.

Business Development Division

gordonj@aacrao.org

Melanie is responsible for ensuring the association's operations (to include staff, infrastructure, products, and services) are in alignment to carry out the mission according to the strategic direction of the AACRAO Board of Directors.

Board & Governance Division  

gottliebm@aacrao.org

Charles manages the IT team to tackle all AACRAO's technical needs for the present and future, including AMS management, cybersecurity, systems integration, project management, and hardware.

Operations Division

hanc@aacrao.org

Martha is the executive lead for operations and membership at AACRAO. She oversees member acquisition and systems management and implementation. She also coordinates the organization's IT, Accounting, and HR departments. 

Operations Division 

henebrym@aacrao.org

Kelli prepares, analyzes, and documents reports for management and various stakeholders across the association.

Strategy & Planning Division 

hickeyk@aacrao.org

Tiffany facilitates the coordination of scheduling and the communication between the Executive Team and board members.

Board & Governance Division 

hsut@aacrao.org

Malenah is responsible for managing the AACRAO Jobs service in addition to the annual awards program. She also facilitates the planning for the annual membership renewal campaign and assists with general operations.

Operations Division

malenahh@aacrao.org 

Natalia is the primary point of contact for companies and organizations purchasing exhibit space or paid presentations at AACRAO meetings.

Education & Member Development Division

jimenezn@aacrao.org

Chris is responsible for the association's corporate memberships, sponsorship across AACRAO's event, research and product inventory, and manages yearly or longer term corporate partnerships/agreements across AACRAO's various departments.

Business Development Division

kalavskyc@aacrao.org

Alex oversees the Membership and Operations team and coordinates the retention of over 11,000 existing members, the recruitment of new members, as well as drafting membership policy to align with AACRAO's strategic plan.

Operations Division

lojkoa@aacrao.org

Matt assists the IT team in strategizing, policy-making, standardization, and providing guidance in managing AACRAO's core systems.

Operations Division

mattm@aacrao.org

Orlando serves as the primary customer service contact for AACRAO members, assisting with renewal and member maintenance projects and general operations.

mayorgao@aacrao.org

David manages AACRAO’s contracted partnership with the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), provides training and guidance for remote evaluation staff, and contributes expertise to EDGE, while serving as an ex-officio member of AACRAO’s International Education Standards Council (IESC).

Research & Policy Division 

mihalyid@aacrao.org

Jill is responsible for all aspects of Consulting, oversees approximately 60 highly qualified contracted consultants, develops new business lines, and maintains and expands AACRAO’s standing as a global SEM leader.

Business Development Division

orcuttj@aacrao.org

Marisella provides administrative support to the AED, EMD and cross-divisional assistance to the departments within EMD.

Education & Member Development Division

reyesm@aacrao.org

LeRoy is the nation’s leading authority on the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). 

Research & Policy Division 

FERPA@aacrao.org

Belma assists in the management, design, and production of AACRAO’s on-demand courses/micro-credentials and manages all webinar related activities.

Education & Member Development Division

sadikovicb@aacrao.org

Paige manages member-driven networks. She encourages collaboration throughout the membership empowering AACRAO professionals to leverage resources, professional functions, and personal identities.

Strategy & Planning Division

selmanboucherp@aacrao.org

Dr. Simmons is the executive lead responsible for leading the consulting, corporate partnerships and grants teams in creating and maintaining valuable strategic relationships and creating resource opportunities that allow AACRAO to meet strategic goals and serve our members.

Business Development Division 

simmonsm@aacrao.org

Mike supports the management, production, and delivery of all AACRAO programming in the professional proficiencies, including faculty-led courses, on-demand courses, institutional FERPA training and SEM-EP, as well as virtual events like Tech Transfer.

Education & Member Development Division

sissonm@aacrao.org

Nicole directs all operational aspects of AACRAO Consulting's services as well as managing consultant activities, and contributing to the development of strategic department initiatives such as marketing, new business lines, and recruiting consultant expertise.

Business Development Division

speron@aacrao.org

Annetta oversees the development and implementation of AACRAO's adult education strategy and offerings to include faculty recruitment and training, and leads the C&C department in the design of custom training modules.

Education & Member Development Division

strouda@aacrao.org

Autumn is the lead storyteller, transforming AACRAO’s industry-leading work into a consistent voice.

Strategy & Planning Division

Erika provides operational support and is the primary contact for conference and event registration customer service inquiries.

Education & Member Development Division

wattse@aacrao.org

Heather is responsible for the management, design, and production through all levels of AACRAO publications and journals. Heather also manages publication inventory, sales and distribution.

Education & Member Development Division

zimarh@aacrao.org