Staff

Executive/Administration

David Leckey

David Leckey
Interim President & CEO
703-677-3365

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Governance
Ó˦ Strategic Plans

I cheer for: Minnesota Vikings, Twins, Wild

On my bookshelf: All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten by Robert Fulghum

kenzie

Kenzie M. Durrell, CAE
Director, Governance and Volunteer Engagement
703-677-3379

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Governance
Ó˦ Volunteer Opportunities
Ó˦ ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã Foundation
Ó˦ ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã Fellows

I cheer for: All things DC - Washington Commanders, Wizards, Capitals, Nationals, even DC United & the Mystics

Ethan Lott

Ethan Lott
Director, Advocacy
571-581-3481

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Legislative and Government Affairs
Ó˦ Advocacy

In my spare time, I enjoy reading, watching TV, and playing with my dog.

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is: Something always seems impossible until it's done. 

Professional Development & Credentialing

Nick

Nicholas C. Soto, CAE
Vice President, Professional Development
703-677-3372

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Accreditation
Ó˦ Credentialing and Education Programs
Ó˦ CMCI Board of Governors
Ó˦ Construction Leaders Podcast

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is: Worrying does not take away tomorrow's trouble.  It takes away today's peace.

I cheer for: Miami Dolphins, Miami Heat, and the University of Miami

Alex Early

Alex Early, CAE
Director, Professional Development
703-677-3378

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Training Curriculum
Ó˦ Course Licensing
Ó˦ Conference Education

On my bookshelf: Salt Fat Acid Heat, Barefoot Contessa, Tidewater on the Half Shell, America's Test Kitchen

Sophia Boenisch, ICE-CCPSophia Boenisch
Director, Credentialing
703-677-3366

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Credentialing Exam Development
Ó˦ CMCI Policies and Procedures
Ó˦ CMCI Volunteers and Vendors

In my spare time, I enjoy exploring the outdoors - surfing, camping, hiking, and snowboarding!

I cheer for: Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco 49ers
Evan HendershotEvan Hendershot
Director, Content
703-995-7378

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Publications
Ó˦ Research
Ó˦ ABET

In my spare time, I can be found at the movie theater, NBA games, or a concert at one of the many amazing venues in the D.C. area!

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: the ability to never get sick
Carly Trout

Carly Trout
Senior Manager, Professional Development
703-995-7390

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Online Courses
Ó˦ Emerging Leaders Program
Ó˦ Podcasts

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: the ability to shape-shift

I cheer for: the underdog

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Kalyn Bell
Manager, Professional Development Operations
202-843-0952

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Course Logistics
Ó˦ Speaker Management
Ó˦ Customer Service

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: Telekinesis

In my spare time, I enjoy watching TV series and playing SIMS.

Jenny AlbrightJenny Albright
Senior Associate, Credentialing
202-735-3348

Contact me for:
Ó˦ CMCI Applications/Exams
Ó˦ General Credentialing Inquiries

On my bookshelf: James Patterson, David Baldacci, and Harry Potter series

I cheer for: NY Giants, Michigan Wolverines, and Carolina Hurricanes
Blair MarianoBlair Mariano headshot
Associate, Credentialing
703-995-7385

Contact me for:
Ó˦ CMCI Renewals
Ó˦ General Credentialing Inquiries

On my bookshelf: You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming, Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain, and the Harry Potter series

I cheer for: San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, and Washington Spirit
Zeenaz Ali

Zeenaz Ali
Associate, PD Operations
703-677-3373

Contact me for: 
Ó˦ Course Registration
Ó˦ Continuing Education Credits
Ó˦ General Professional Development Inquiries

In my spare time, I read an excessive amount of Stephen King novels.

The best piece of advice I've ever received: Do what you can in the time that you have.

Member Engagement

Mark

Mark A. Gedris, CMP
Vice President, Member Engagement
703-677-3375

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Member Experience
Ó˦ Meetings, Events, Conferences
Ó˦ Marketing Opportunities
Ó˦ Partnerships

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is: Never write down anything you wouldn’t want read in court.

I cheer for: Chicago Cubs and New York Jets
 

Colleen FishterColleen Fishter, Director, Communications
Director, Communications
703-995-7381

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Member Communication Experience (MCX) Content
Ó˦ ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã Website Content
Ó˦ Social Media Strategy
Ó˦ Press Releases

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: weather manipulation

I cheer for: Washington Commanders, Baltimore Orioles, Phil Mickelson (win or lose)
 
Natalie DoughertyNatalie Dougherty, Director of Business Development
Director, Business Development
571-581-3480

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Sponsorship Opportunities
Ó˦ Exhibit Sales
Ó˦ Business Development

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is: There is no progress without disruption.

I cheer for: Green Bay Packers
 
Michelle Anysz

Michelle Anysz
Director, Marketing Strategy
703-995-7384

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Marketing Campaigns
Ó˦ Digital Strategy

I cheer for: Carolina Hurricanes

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is: In regards to age, my wise grandfather once said, "Think of your life in chapters, rather than years."

Kaelin Seitz

Kaelin Seitz
Manager, Membership
571-581-3479

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Membership Renewals
Ó˦ New Membership Opportunities

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: Teleportation

I cheer for: Washington Nationals
 

Jonny PennJohnny Penn, CMP, DES
Manager, Meetings
703-259-7020

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Meetings Logistics
Ó˦ Meetings Operations
Ó˦ Conference Vendors

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: Shapeshifting

The best piece of advice I've ever received: You can't pour from an empty cup. Make sure your cup stays full.
Noelle Borman, CMPNoelle Borman headshot
Associate, Meetings and Engagement
703-677-3370

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Conference/Event Registration
Ó˦ Exhibitor Logistics

On my bookshelf: Three Musketeers by Dumas, Ordeal by Innocence by Agatha Christie, Babylon's Ashes by James S.A. Corey

I cheer for: UConn Huskies, Boston Red Sox, Washington Nationals
Sineen JarrarSineen Jarrar headshot
Associate, Communications and Engagement
703-677-3361

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Member Communication Experience (MCX)
Ó˦ Social Media

In my spare time, I like to read, watch TV, spend time with friends and family, try new restaurants, and do yoga.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: teleportation or mind-reading

Operations

Laura

Laura D. Skoff, CAE
Vice President, Operations
703-677-3362

Contact me for:
Ó˦ Finance and IT Operations
Ó˦ Chapter Rebates

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: the ability to fly

I cheer for: the underdog

Mindy

Mindy Benedict, CAE
Director, IT Strategy and Infrastructure
703-677-3377

Contact me for: 
Ó˦ Database Performance
Ó˦ Systems Integrations

On my bookshelf: Heart Talk by Cleo Wade, Books by Liane Moriarty, Gillian Flynn, Jodi Picoult

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be: time travel

Kim Zvolanek

Kim Zvolanek, CAE
Director, Chapter Performance
703-995-7037 

Contact me for: 
Ó˦ New Chapter Development
Ó˦ Chapter Governance and Resources
Ó˦ Chapter Operations and Technology

I cheer for: Liverpool

Virginia Butler

Virginia Butler
Associate, Operations
703-677-3368

Contact me for: 
Ó˦ Accounts Receivable
Ó˦ Accounts Payable
Ó˦ General Customer Support

On my bookshelf: The Let Them Theory and The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins

I cheer for: Texas A&M Aggies, Gig Em!