Overview. A proactive group of ambassadors working with Board and staff to attract and retain members, energize the community, and deepen involvement and loyalty.
The Committee
- Identify member needs and recommend services to meet them.
- Recommend ways to increase membership and awareness of AF resources/benefits.
- Welcome new members and recommend tactics to encourage participation.
- Gather insights on nonmembers’ needs and recommend strategies to convert.
Recommended for Members Who Are
- Association professionals/supporting members with a broad understanding of membership and leadership experience.
Time Commitment
Bi‑monthly committee meetings; participate in monthly membership open calls; attend AF membership events when possible.
2025–26 Members
Chair: Norma Castrejon, CAE
Board Liaison: Brad Rysz, MBA, CAE, PCM
Staff Liaison: Carrie Dellamano, CRPR
- Leah Baker
- Tamara Allen, MBA
- Kristin Bertsatos, MA
- Nathan Chamberlain, CAE
- Elizabeth Centi
- Kristen Erickson, CAE
- Nikia Fitch, MBA, AHWD, GREEN, C2EX
- Karen Freeman, CAE
- Heidi Haneberg, MBA, CAE
- Marta Jimenez‑Lutter
- Amy Kuyken, PCM, CDMP
- JoAnna Leon
- Robert Morowczynski
- Julie Raymond, CAE
- Michelle Robinson
- Karen Williams, CAE
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