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.
Director of Development & Marketing Communications
Kristina Kerns
Roles:
Corporate Partners & Donor Relations
Event Sponsors, Vendors, & Exhibitors
Branding & Marketing Development
Kelly Williams
Director of Education & Professional Learning
Roles:
Educational Programming
Competitive Events (WSAP)
Advisor Professional Development
Ric Cowles
Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer
Roles:
Budget, Auditing, Tax Filings
Accounting & Finance Operations
Employee Payroll & Benefits (HR)
Director of Membership & Technology
Patrick W. Schultz
Roles:
Membership Engagement & Development
Chapter Relationships, Management, & Support
Technology Infrastructure & Data Management
Jonathan Smith
Director of Strategic Programs & Experiences
Roles:
Conferences & Events
Student Leadership Programs
Michele Gordon
Office Manager
Roles:
BPA Mall
Accounts Payables/Receivables
Office Management & Clerical Support
Scott Mathie
Leadership Development Specialist
Roles:
Executive Council Programming
Student Leadership Trainings
Officer Support Resources
LaQuanda Paschal
Competitive Events Specialist
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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