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IPA Team
Get to Know Me!Membership & Database Specialist
Laura Adams
laura.adams@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9570
- Manages membership database integrity & enhancements
- Oversees membership join & renewal processes
- Supports membership partnerships with NAESP, NASSP, ISDA, and IRTA
- Supports National Principals Month
Get to Know Me!Professional Learning Service Specialist
Beth Broyles
beth.broyles@ilprincipals.org 217-241-0594
- Supports and facilitates online, face-to-face, on-demand, and contracted on-site administrator academies
- Supports and facilitates the annual AP and Dean South Summit
- Supports the mentoring and coaching programs
- Supports the School Leader Pipeline program
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Dr. Angela Buckels
angela.buckels@ilprincipals.org 312-237-0521
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of North Cook, South Cook and West Cook
Get to Know Me!Professional Learning Service Specialist
Pam Burdine
pam.burdine@ilprincipals.org 217-525-1385
- Supports and facilitates online Administrator Academies
- Manages events in the database and website
- Manages event registrations
- Enters all relevant data in ISBE's database for Administrator Academies
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Dana Butler
dana.butler@ilprincipals.org 312-244-9527
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of North Cook, South Cook and West Cook
Get to Know Me!Senior Professional Learning Director (Part-time)
Dr. Maureen Cheever
maureen.cheever@ilprincipals.org 847-542-1832
- Assists Deputy Executive Director for Professional Learning in planning and scheduling the yearly academy calendar
- Writes and submits new Administrator Academy proposals
- Develops new online presentations
- Identifies, recruits, and supports academy presenters
Get to Know Me!Senior Project Development Director (Part-time)
Vicki DeWitt
vicki.dewitt@ilprincipals.org 618-304-2972
- Assists in the identification and creation of high-quality content and resources for the Association’s professional learning
- Creates timelines and plans for professional learning development and delivery
- Manages support team in the development of professional learning content
- Identifies, recruits, and supports new content developers/presenters
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Don Farr
don.farr@ilprincipals.org 309-255-0579
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of Blackhawk, Northwest, Two Rivers, and Western
Digital Platform Director
Adam Geisen
adam.geisen@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9579
- Evaluates, develops, and improves online IPA platforms
- Provides user and staff support for IPA platforms
- Integrates systems with the IPA database
- Continues to improve user experience throughout IPA's online presence
Membership Director
Mari Handy
mari.handy@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9571
- Oversees all membership development and engagement processes
- Collaborates with IPA State and Region Membership Chairs to support statewide and regional membership development efforts
- Develops and maintains relationships with partner organizations including NAESP, NASSP, ISDA, IRTA, & ICPEA
- Develops and maintains relationships with school district staff
- Oversees Model Student Handbook subscription processes
Get to Know Me!Creative Director
Dave Heinzel
dave.heinzel@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9577
- Leads continuous user experience improvements for IPA website
- Works with Senior Video Editor and other staff members to develop and edit video content
- Oversees graphic design work for marketing and communications of the association
Get to Know Me!Deputy Executive Director for Professional Learning
Dr. Susan Homes
sue.homes@ilprincipals.org 217-525-1383
- Coordinates and oversees all aspects of the Association’s professional development program
- Develops cutting edge, relevant, and cost effective training for the membership
- Completes data analysis, reporting and compliance related to professional development to meet association, state, and federal requirements
- Oversees fall and summer conference development and delivery
- Oversees the development of content for the Ed Leaders Network
- Oversees the development of the Leadership Continuum
- Speaks at conferences, region meetings and other Association events
- Attends meetings and events at the direction of the Executive Director
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Dan Kaiser
dan.kaiser@ilprincipals.org 815-343-7175
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of Abe Lincoln, Central Illinois Valley, Cornbelt, and Illini
Get to Know Me!Executive Director
Dr. Jason Leahy
jason.leahy@ilprincipals.org 217-525-1383
- Serves as Chief Executive Office
- Provides leadership and counsel to IPA Members, Board, and staff regarding Association matters
- Develops and leads processes to continuously improve Association effectiveness
- Provides constant and appropriate information to IPA Members, Board and staff about Association activities
- Responsible for coordinating communication and cooperative relationships with individuals and organizations consistent with the Association’s mission
Get to Know Me!Government & Public Relations Director
Alison Maley
alison.maley@ilprincipals.org 217-241-0595
- Lobbies the General Assembly and other entities on behalf of the Association
- Communicates and works with the Illinois State Board of Education and other state and national agencies
- Communicates with the general membership on legislative issues
- Tracks and reports on federal legislation
- Promotes the Association and the principalship
Tech Service Specialist
Mat Marietta
mat.marietta@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9575
- Supports efforts to ensure IPA effectively and efficiently utilizes the appropriate technology to maximize Association services and innovation
- Supports efforts to ensure database, website, cloud-based software and hardware are securer
- Manages the integrations of the Association’s internal systems
- Provides timely technical support to ELN users
Accountant
Rose McCarthy
rose.mccarthy@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9572
- Oversees the procedures of the Accounting Department ensuring tasks are completed
- Handles payables and refunds
- Oversees all fund accounts (reconciles for accuracy)
- Prepares and sends grant monthly, quarterly, and end of year reports
- Assists with budgeting and analyzing reports
- Responsible for annual audit
Senior Technology Director
Julie Miener
julie.miener@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9576
- Ensures IPA is effectively and efficiently utilizing appropriate technologies to maximize member services
- Continually researches for new technologies, systems and software
- Maintains IPA servers and hardware by providing or ensuring staff provides necessary routine maintenance
- Works cooperatively with third party technology providers as needed and ensures all third party contracts and purchases are cost effective
- Develops, implements and maintains the IPA database
- Ensures the IPA database, websites (including social networks), servers, etc. are secure
- Provides technology training to IPA staff and members
Communications & Marketing Director
Kim Nehrt
kim.nehrt@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9578
- Oversees all association communication and marketing efforts
- Leads efforts to encourage members to share content and engage with their colleagues on IPA Connect
- Manages the IPA’s social media activity
- Oversees graphic design work for marketing and communications of the association
Get to Know Me!Ed Leaders Network Director
Arlin Peebles
arlin.peebles@ilprincipals.org 217-241-0598
- Leads development and technical assistance for ELN
- Coordinates the delivery of high-quality content and resources for the Association’s professional learning, including but not limited to ELN courses/programs, micro-credentials, administrator academies and webinars
- Oversees and facilitates usage of ELN communities
- Oversees the work of the Senior Video Producer
Get to Know Me!Receptionist & Administrative Assistant
Daryl Peel
daryl.peel@ilprincipals.org 217-525-1383
- Receptionist
- Administrative Assistant
- Responsible for bookings and preparations for in-house meetings
Deputy Executive Director & General Counsel
Brian D. Schwartz
brian.schwartz@ilprincipals.org 217-525-1383
- Serves as the Association’s legal and compliance officer.
- Provides legal assistance to Association members.
- Oversees lobbying and legislative operations.
- Speaks at conferences, region meetings and other Association events.
- Attends meetings and events at the direction of the Executive Director
Get to Know Me!Professional Learning Associate (Part-time)
Janice Schwarze
janice.schwarze@ilprincipals.org 773-550-7854
- Oversees the Mentoring and Coaching programs
- Oversees the School Leader Pipeline program
- Supports the Aspiring, Launching, Building and Mastering School Leader Networks
- Supports the development of new Administrator Academy applications, content and presenters
Executive Service & Corporate Partner Specialist
Sydnee Sturdivant
sydnee.sturdivant@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9573
- Oversees corporate partner program
- Develops and maintains relationships with corporate partners
- Oversees Annual Conference exhibit Hall
- Assists with development and updating of Model Student Handbook
- Assists with grassroots member advocacy programs
Get to Know Me!Accounting Service Specialist (Part-time)
Lisa Thoele
lisa.thoele@ilprincipals.org 217-241-2648
- Processes receivables
- Supports accounts receivable collections
- Supports coding of payables
Get to Know Me!Board & Region Service Specialist
Meghan Tolson
meghan.tolson@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9574
- Supports Board of Directors and Region Leaders in their roles
- Coordinates Board of Director Meetings and annual Leadership Conference
- Partners with Field Service Specialists to schedule and set agendas for Region Leader Trainings and Region Leader Meetings
- Updates and maintains Award Force for awards application submissions
- Works with Region Leaders and Award Selection Committee to review award submissions/assist with selection and notification of winners
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Karen Triezenberg
karen.triezenberg@ilprincipals.org 630-643-8078
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of DuPage, South Cook, Starved Rock and Three Rivers
Get to Know Me!Senior Video Producer
Scott Wilkinson
scott.wilkinson@ilprincipals.org 217-321-9588
- Works with ELN Director and Senior Project Development Director to create content for ELN
- Records, edits, and publishes video content for IPA and ELN
- Establishes contacts and coordinates scheduling for ELN video shoots
- Works with Communications and Marketing Director and ELN Director to create content for IPA and ELN for marketing purposes
Get to Know Me!Event Coordinator & Professional Learning Service Specialist
Lynne Woodrum
lynne.woodrum@ilprincipals.org 217-241-0592
- Supports and facilitates online administrator academies
- Supports and facilitates the delivery of the Aspiring, Launching, Building and Mastering School Leader Networks
- Supports the Illinois School Leader Institute
- Assists with the oversight and planning of conferences and summits
Field Service Specialist (Part Time)
Travis Wyatt
travis.wyatt@ilprincipals.org 618-553-8211
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of Egyptian, Kaskaskia, Shawnee, Southwestern, and Wabash Valley
Get to Know Me!Field Service Specialist (Part-time)
Kim Zinman
kim.zinman@ilprincipals.org 847-606-4371
- Available to members to discuss issues, problem solve, and offer professional support and encouragement.
- Contacts members including: those being mentored, attends new administrator workshops, make cold calls to non-members, contact Region officers and State Director, and make welcome calls to new members recently joining IPA
- Attends Regional activities including Regional executive board meetings, socials and other activities
- Provides workshop support
- Coordinates the IPA Regions of Kishwaukee, Lake, North Cook and West Cook