Overview
A proactive group of ambassadors working with the Board and staff to attract and retain members, energize the community, and deepen involvement and loyalty.
The Membership Engagement Committee
- Identifies member needs and recommends services to meet them
- Recommends ways to increase membership and awareness of AF resources and benefits
- Welcomes new members and recommends tactics to encourage participation
- Gathers insights on nonmembers’ needs and recommends strategies to convert them to members
Recommended for Members Who Are
Association professionals and supporting members with a broad understanding of membership and demonstrated leadership experience.
Time Commitment
Bi-monthly committee meetings; participation in monthly membership open calls; and attendance at AF membership events when possible.
2026 - 2027 Members
Chair: Nathan Chamberlain, CAE
Vice Chair: JoAnna Leon
Members:
Tabitha Bowen
Justin Burniske
Cody Czmyr
Kristen Erickson, CAE
Molly Flood
Danny Harris, CAE
Shavonne Hopes
Kavya Kashyap
April Kates-Ellison, CAE
Amy Kuyken, PCM, CDMP
Hilary Marsh
Allen McMillen
Andrea Mitchell, CAE, FACHE
Shelea Pride
Kristen Rayner
Shawn Sanford, MBA, CAE
Andrew Smith, MPA
Laura Soto
Karen Williams, CAE
Board Liaison: Jay Cariño, MBA, CAE
Staff Liaison: Carrie Dellamano, CPRP