Our Staff
Learn more about the team that helps run National BPA
The National Staff of Business Professionals of America operates within three service areas:
- Administrative Services
- Program Services
- Communication Services
Working mostly out of BPA's National Center located in Columbus, OH, the National Staff is made up of a diverse group of professionals with a wide range of expertise in nonprofit and association management, member services management, program development and evaluation, partnership development, financial management, communications strategies, event management, organizational strategy and more. Together, we aim to provide responsive programs and services of the highest quality to the internal and external partners of Business Professionals of America.
Patrick W. Schultz
Executive Director/CEO
(ceo@bpa.org)
Roles:
Strategic Operations & Program Leadership
Board Communication & Committee Involvement
Regulatory Adherence & Event Advocacy
Kristina Kerns
Director of Development &
Marketing Communications (partner@bpa.org)
Roles:
Corporate Partners & Donor Relations
Event Sponsors, Vendors, & Exhibitors
Branding & Marketing Development
Kelly Williams
Director of Education &
Professional Learning
(education@bpa.org)
Roles:
Educational Programming
Competitive Events (WSAP)
Advisor Professional Development
Ric Cowles
Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer
(finance@bpa.org)
Roles:
Budget, Auditing, Tax Filings
Accounting & Finance Operations
Employee Payroll & Benefits (HR)
Michele Gordon
Office Manager
(finance@bpa.org)
Roles:
BPA Mall
Accounts Payables/Receivables
Office Management & Clerical Support
Kenzie Bastian
Leadership Development Specialist
(executivecouncil@bpa.org)
Roles:
Executive Council Programming
Student Leadership Trainings
Officer Support Resources
LaQuanda Paschal
Competitive Events Specialist
(education@bpa.org)
Roles:
WSAP Authorships & Auditing
Competitive Events Research
Judge Recruitment
Want to join our team?
Are you someone who is dedicated and passionate about the education of young professionals? Then, consider joining our team.
There are currently no open postings.
Have Questions?
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