A new board year has begun, and we’re thrilled to introduce some new and returning faces on the AMA Lincoln board members! This year, we have 28 dedicated volunteers who will guide the chapter through an exciting 2024-25 term. These passionate professionals are ready to bring fresh ideas, innovative strategies, and a renewed energy to our chapter, ensuring that AMA Lincoln continues to thrive and make a positive impact on the Lincoln community.
Our team is more excited than ever to get started. This year’s Co-Presidents, Bri Prai and Whitney Hansen, are long-standing members of the AMA Lincoln board and have both previously served as AMA Lincoln presidents. Their extensive experience with chapter boards gives them a unique perspective. Bri Prai shares:
“To say I’m excited about the board we put together is an understatement. We’re only a few weeks into the board year, and we’re already seeing collaboration, initiative, and a wealth of great ideas. The 2024-25 AMA Lincoln board is pure gold. I can’t wait to see all the amazing things they accomplish!”
Each volunteer board member is listed below, with their full-time place of work indicated in parentheses.
Leadership Team
Bri Prai, Co-President (Digital Marketing Coordinator, Union Bank & Trust)
Whitney Hansen, Co-President (Senior Account Manager, Swanson Russell)
Jordan Snader, President-Elect (Write/Producer, Swanson Russell)
Lindsey Walsh, Secretary (Marketing Specialist, Bright Lights Summer Learning Adventures)
Leanna Graham, Treasurer (Senior Associate, Labenz & Associates, LLC)
Mandy Peterson, Immediate Past President (Founder, Sven Spero Creations)
Meike Eilert, Executive Vice President — Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (CX Researcher/Consultant, Meike Eilert Consulting)
Membership Team
Kylie Turner, Executive Vice President — Membership (Project Coordinator, University of Nebraska – Lincoln)
Tessa Wiser, VP of Membership (Marketing Coordinator, Downtown Lincoln Association)
Kayley Cooper, VP of Membership (Client Relations Representative, Relentless Merch )
Ty Westover, VP of Membership (Owner, ConnecTY)
Jennifer Schultz, VP of Membership — Collegiate Relations (Director of Marketing and Campaign Communications, University of Nebraska Foundation)
Programming Team
Steven Mah, Executive Vice President — Programming (Workforce Development Coordinator, Nebraska Bankers Association)
Leah Gregory, VP of Programming — Social Events (Associate Creative Manager, Union Bank & Trust)
Erin Wirth, VP of Programming — Social Events (Director of Communications and Community Outreach, University of Nebraska Medical Center)
Catherine Knopik, VP of Programming — Special Events (Advertising Manager, CMOShare)
Alex Suhr, VP of Programming — Special Events (Digital Marketing Director, Rixstine Recognition)
Andy Seiler, VP of Programming — Skill School (Owner, Cuemotion)
Avery Smith, VP of Programming — Signature Speaker (Marketing Strategist, Unanimous)
Communications Team
Sierra McKenny, Executive Vice President — Communications (Digital Marketing Specialist, TELCOR)
Brendon Henning, VP of Communications — Email (Digital Marketing Supervisor, Union Bank & Trust)
Alyssa Lee, VP of Communications — Website (Senior Digital Marketing Specialist, CIP)
Claryssa Sladek, VP of Communications — Content (Marketing Coordinator, Alpaca Owners Association)
Partnership Team
Laura McLeod, Executive Vice President — Partnership (Assistant Professor of Practice – Marketing, University of Nebraska – Lincoln College of Business)
Tim Karstens, VP of Partnership — Outreach (Creative Manager, Haberfeld)
Brooke Imm, VP of Partnership — Outreach (Innovation Analyst, Ameritas)
Sam Trocki, VP of Partnership — Partner Management (Founder, In-House Marketer)
These dedicated members serve as volunteers and are here to lead our chapter by energizing the entire Lincoln marketing community. Don’t hesitate to connect with them on LinkedIn, share your ideas, and of course, congratulate them on their new roles! We’re pumped about the exciting year ahead; stay tuned for more incredible happenings from AMA Lincoln!
View the 2024-2025 AMA Lincoln Board of Directors
Want to know how you can support AMA Lincoln? If you’re a professional, we’re always looking for volunteers to lend their time and experience. Let us know what you’re interested in and we’ll let you know how you can help.
Do you own or work for a business looking to strengthen your ties to the Lincoln community? Our Partnership team would love to chat — drop us a line and select “Sponsorship” as your topic.