Staff

Staff

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Our staff can answer your questions about the Association Forum or the association management profession.

 

President & CEO

Artesha Moore, FASAE, CAE, President & CEO

 Business Operations

      Phyllis Scott, Senior Director, Business Operations

      Administration & Finance

      Regina White, Senior Staff Accountant

      Nicole Dawson, Human Capital Consultant

      Caryn Adolph, Director, Executive Office and Governance

      Patrice Hall, Office Concierge 

      Education

      Alec Rosofsky, CAE, CMP, Director, Learning and Events

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      MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING & Business Development

      Carrie Dellamano, CPRP, Director, Marketing & Engagement

      Monica Linders, MBA, Manager, Marketing and Communications

      Kim Kelly, CAE, Editor-in-Chief, FORUM Magazine

      Artesha Moore

      Artesha Moore, FASAE, CAE
      President & CEO
      312.924.7070
      executiveoffice@associationforum.org

      Artesha Moore, FASAE, CAE is the President and CEO of Association Forum. Association Forum is the “association of associations” in Chicago. Founded in 1916, it has nearly 4,000 members. These members represent more than 44,000 association professionals from nearly 1,600 Chicago associations. These organizations serve 27 million individual members, have 9 million donors, and generate $10.3 billion annually in economic impact. Moore is an active contributor and strategist within the association management community with more than 20 years of professional leadership experience.

      Throughout her career, she has helped associations set and exceed aggressive membership and volunteer engagement goals while integrating new technology solutions and strategies. She has had the opportunity to work with organizations that serve a variety of industries including healthcare, engineering, and scientific research institutions. For more than 20 years, she has worked tirelessly to create lasting structures that help identify volunteers and staff whose voices and ideas were not being heard and provide them with opportunities to lead. She has a knack for fixing uncommon problems by working from the inside of the problem out while empowering everyone around her.

      Artesha holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration and Management degree from the University of Maryland- Global Campus. She has been a member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) since 2001. She is a Certified Association Executive (CAE). She was inducted into ASAE’s Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) in 2010. She was named as one of Association Trends magazine’s Young and Aspiring Association Professionals in 2012. In 2021, she was selected as one of the 2021 ASAE class of Fellows. She has served on several ASAE committees and task forces. She is currently a member of ASAE’s Foresight Works Advisory Group. She has also served as faculty for the US Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management where she developed a course to teach the new DEI curriculum. More importantly, she spends time mentoring the next generation of leaders by pushing them to find their own solutions to common and uncommon problems.

      • Her favorite hobby: cooking.
      • Her Oscar walkout song: Public Service Announcement by Jay-Z.
      • Her superhero power: whatever Dr. Jean Grey has.
      • Most people would be surprised to know that…she loves black and white classic movies, especially 1940s film noir.



      Caryn AdolphCaryn Adolph
      Director, Executive Office and Governance
      312.924.7073
      adolph@associationforum.org

      Caryn joined Association Forum in November 2018. She previously has held positions with Bernie’s Book Bank, Lions Clubs International, Little City Foundation, and served two years in the Peace Corps in Moldova. Caryn has more than 20 years of nonprofit experience. At Association Forum, Caryn is responsible for supporting the president and CEO, governance, and volunteer stewardship.   When Caryn isn’t busy advancing the association management profession, she enjoys volunteering, traveling and spending time outdoors.

      • Her first job was: a summer camp counselor.
      • Her favorite sport to watch: football.
      • Her favorite sport to play: golf.
      • Most people would be surprised to know that: she grew up in a military family and moved every two to three years.

      Alec Rosofsky

      Alec Rosofsky, CAE, CMP
      Director, Learning and Events
      312.924.7024
      rosofsky@associationforum.org

      Alec joined Association Forum in October 2022. Working collaboratively with volunteers and staff, he is responsible for leading the education and events team to design timely, relevant and innovative learning programs that advance the Association Forum community. Alec has more than 20 years of association leadership experience across numerous industries including healthcare, technology and professional services, having previously worked at the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, the American College of Healthcare Executives and SmithBucklin. He holds an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a BA in psychology and Spanish from the University of Rochester. Originally from New York, Alec enjoys exercise, travel, and dessert. 

       

      • His favorite band is: the Grateful Dead 
      • His favorite movie is: Airplane! 
      • His favorite instrument is: the banjo
      • His dream career is: professional cyclist



        Kim KellyKim Kelly, CAE
        Editor-in-Chief, FORUM Magazine 
        kelly@associationforum.org

        A native Chicagoan, Kim joined Association Forum in 2019. Kim is a writer, designer, and content strategist. She has more than 15 years' experience in association publications. She was named a 2015 Forty Under 40 honoree, and she earned her CAE in 2016. Kim is responsible for both the online and print versions of FORUM Magazine. She is liaison to Forum’s Content Working Group and enjoys working with volunteers to make a content strategy come to life. Kim also works with various departments when writing and editing are needed. You can find Kim’s byline in most issues of FORUM Magazine.

        • Her favorite hobbies: Running and crochet
        • Her first job: Anything needed at her parents' spring factory
        • Her favorite sport to watch: Baseball (Go Cubs!)
        • Her favorite sport to play: Tennis

          Patrice Hall

          Patrice Hall
          Office Concierge
          312.924.7032
          hall@associationforum.org

          Born and raised on the southside of Chicago, Patrice Hall has worked in customer service and is dedicated to delivering exceptional support and ensuring customer satisfaction for the last 5 years. Patrice is currently pursuing a business management and accounting degree at DeVry University school. Patrice enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling.

          • Her favorite season: Spring because I like it when the cold weather breaks, and fall because all the hot weather is gone and it starts to feel like spring and I love to see the leaves change colors before they fall off. 
          • Her favorite cake: Caramel pound cake 
          • Her first job: Greencorps Chicago, A summer Youth Program
          • Her future career would be: After I finish school starting my own business that has multiple services.

           

            Phyllis Scott

            Phyllis Scott
            Senior Director, Business Operations
            312.924.7033
            scott@associationforum.org

            A native of Chicago, Phyllis joined Association Forum in 2014. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s degree in education from the University of Phoenix. Phyllis previously has held positions with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, SPSS and IBM. At Association Forum, she manages business development, which includes sales, sponsorship, exhibits and advertising, she also manages IT and Operations. When she isn’t busy advancing the association management profession, Phyllis loves to spend time Traveling, hanging out with family, watch movies and get together with friends.

            • A famous person she would like to have dinner with: Whoopi Goldberg.
            • Her favorite holiday is: Christmas because it is a great time to relax and catch up with family.
            • What she would like to do as a second career: any job on an action movie set.

             

            Nicole DawsonNicole Dawson
            Human Capital Consultant
            312.924.7023
            dawson@associationforum.org

            Originally from Bloomington, Illinois, Nicole joined Association Forum in March of 2015. She previously has held positions with StartSampling, Inc., 7-Eleven, and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. Nicole has more than 20 years of experience in Human Capital Strategy. At Association Forum, Nicole is responsible for providing human resources solutions specific to employee engagement, total rewards management, talent acquisition and retention, workforce planning, performance assessment, and organizational development, all in support of a Welcoming – and Engaging  Environment. When Nicole isn’t busy advancing the association management profession, she enjoys cooking, interior painting/design and being active with her family.

            • Her favorite magazine: Wine Enthusiast.
            • What she would like to do as a second career: be an architectural designer.
            • Her first job was: in the entomology lab at Funk Seeds.

             

            Regina White

            Regina White
            Senior Staff Accountant
            312.924.7011
            white@associationforum.org

            Originally from Gary, Indiana, Regina joined Association Forum in June of 2015. She previously has held positions with the Sun Times Media, Chicago Family Health Center and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Regina has more than 20 years of experience in accounting and earned her bachelor’s degree from Purdue University. At Association Forum, Regina performs the general accounting functions. When she isn’t busy advancing the association management profession, Regina enjoys shopping, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.

            • Her favorite magazine: Essence.
            • Her first job was: a cashier at McDonald’s.
            • Her favorite place to travel: anywhere tropical.
            • A famous person she would like to have dinner with: Jaime Fox. She thinks he’d be a blast.

             

             

            Carrie DellamanoCarrie Dellamano, CPRP
            Director, Marketing & Engagement
            312.924.7030
            dellamano@associationforum.org

            Carrie enthusiastically joined the Association Forum team in November 2023, kicking off her first week at the signature Holiday Showcase conference. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Parks and Recreation Administration from Illinois State University. Launching her career leading tours throughout North America, she started as a Tour Director and ended as the Director of Marketing at NBTours, a privately owned tour operator. She gained valuable experience in customer service, strategic marketing, and business management early on as well as became a big fan of associations as a member of the National Tour Association (NTA). In 2009, Carrie accepted the position as Lemont Park District’s Sales and Marketing Director initiating the opening of The CORE Fitness & Aquatic Complex, a 70k sq-ft. state-of-the-art fitness and recreation facility. She developed a complete marketing strategy which yielded a membership base of over 3,000. She also played an integral role in overall district development and daily operations. Carrie’s passion for associations carried over to this industry as an active member of Illinois Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA), Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD), and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) where she earned her Certified Parks and Recreation Professional accreditation. In 2017, she stepped into an expanded role at the district as the Director of Recreation and Communications, overseeing all programming and marketing. Carrie is excited to bring her diverse professional experience and association passion as the Director of Marketing and Engagement for Association Forum. As a proud mom of twins, Carrie loves spending time with her family. Camping, attending concerts, traveling, reading, and going to the beach are some fun things she thoroughly enjoys! 

            • Her favorite movie: Say Anthing
            • Her favorite hobbies: Reading, Puzzles, and Legos
            • Her favorite activities: Anything Outdoors! Especially going to the beach and camping
            • She loves all kinds of music!

             

            Monica LindersMonica Linders, MBA
            Manager, Marketing and Communications
            312.924.7009
            linders@associationforum.org

            Originally from Southern Illinois, Monica joined Association Forum in May 2021. She previously held positions at the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and Ocean Tomo, LLC. Monica has more than 8 years of marketing and communications experience. At Association Forum, she is responsible for marketing and communication strategy and implementation. When she is not busy advancing the association management profession, Monica enjoys traveling, spending time with family, watching sports, and photography.

            • Her favorite hobby: photography
            • Her favorite team: the St. Louis Cardinals 
            • Her superhero power would be: whatever Captain Marvel has
            • Her favorite TV Show: a two-way tie between The Office and Friends