Meet The Board

President
Elease Foster
Provides leadership and strategic direction for the AZ APPA Chapter.
Responsibilities:
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Presides over the board and general membership meetings.
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Represents the chapter at regional and national events.
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Oversees implementation of strategic goals and bylaws.
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Mentors incoming officers and acts as the primary liaison with APPA.

Treasurer
Renee Cota
Manages the chapter's finances and budget.
Responsibilities:
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Maintains accurate financial records.
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Presents financial reports to the board and members.
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Develops annual budgets and manages bank accounts.
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Ensures timely filing of tax and compliance documents.

Secretary
Open Position
Maintains chapter documentation and records.
Responsibilities:
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Records and distributed meeting minutes.
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Maintains and ensures compliance with bylaws.
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Manages historical records and official communications.

Senior Business Partner Director
Chuck Hink
Leads relationships and engagement with business partners.
Responsibilities:
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Develops sponsorship packages.
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Manages vendor and sponsor relationships.
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Coordinates partner involvement in events.
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Mentors Jr. Business Partner Director

Junior Business Partner Director
Mic Sternard
Assists in partner development and transitions into the Senior role.
Responsibilities:
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Supports Senior Director in outreach and communications.
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Helps manage partner records and logistics.
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Assists in event coordination for partners.

Professional Development Chair
Open Position
Oversees educational programs for members.
Responsibilities:
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Plans workshops, webinars, and training.
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Aligns with APPA certification paths.
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Identifies trends and training needs.
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Promotes CEU opportunities.

Communication and Marketing Ambassador
Open Position
Leads chapter branding and messaging strategies.
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Manages website, newsletter, and social media.
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Creates marketing content.
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Promotes member achievements.
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Ensures consistent branding.

Conference and Development Chair
Open Position
Oversees planning and execution of chapter conferences.
Responsibilities:
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Leads the planning committee.
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Secures venues, speakers, and sponsors.
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Manages logistics and registration.
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Collects feedback post-event.

Membership Chair
Open Position
Manages member recruitment, engagement, and retention.
Responsibilities:
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Maintains member records.
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Recruits new and renew lapsed members.
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Welcomes new members.
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Collects feedback to improve value.

