Nominations

Note: More information about each candidate can be found by clicking on the candidate's name.

2012-2013 International President

Karlena Rannals, CAP-OM (automatically assumes the office of President for the 2012-2013 year)

President-Elect

Judith A. Yannarelli, CAP-OM

Grand Strand Chapter, South Carolina Division, Southeast District

Office Manager reporting to Anthony M. Yannarelli, CEO, JAY Enterprises; with JAY Enterprises 22 mos.

Prior: Public Service Electric and Gas 13 years.

Bachelor of Arts, Montclair State University, English major, women’s studies minor.

International: 2011-12 Vice President;2010–11 Treasurer; 2008–10 Director, Northeast District; 2006–08 Bylaws and Standing Rules Committee. Division: (New Jersey) 2005–06 President, Distinguished Division President; 2004–05 first Vice President; 2003–04 Treasurer. Chapter: (North Jersey) 1997–98 first Vice President; 1996–97 Treasurer. Member: 2009–10, 2008–09 Member of Excellence. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees. Other: American Society of Administrative Professionals; National Association of Professional Women; CrimeWatch, Horry County/The Lakes at Plantation Pines.

Platform: Excellence, commitment, passion, purpose, and a leap to remarkable have propelled my leadership toward the position of International President-Elect. My nineteen-year commitment to the Association and its members proves my desire to continue to lead and bring the Association to the next level of success while adding to its legacy.

Vice President

Antoinette Smith, CAP-OM

St. Louis Chapter, Missouri Division, Southwest District

Executive Office Administrator reporting to John M. Meersman, Senior Director, Corporate Development, The Boeing Company; with The Boeing Company 37 years.

Secretarial science studies, Ferris State University; Train-the-Trainer certificate, The Boeing Company; ongoing courses, seminars and workshops.

International: 2011-12,2010–11 International Secretary; 2008–10 Director, Southwest District; 2006 international convention workshop presenter. Division: 2005–06 President; 2004–05 President-Elect; 2003–04 Secretary. Chapter: 2007–08 Rose M. Tettenhorst Member of the Year; 2001–02 President; 2000–01 President-Elect and IAAP Three Rivers Council Secretary; 1999–2000 Vice President. Member: 2009–10, 2008–09 Member of Excellence. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees. Other: St. Louis Community College Advisory Board; St. Louis Public Schools Northwest Academy of Law Business Technology Advisory Committee; Boeing Association of Administrative Professionals-St. Louis and former advisory board; Boeing Leadership Association; Boeing Affinity Groups: Women in Leadership, Diversity.

Platform: Raising the bar for excellence; engaging members in the process has been my strategic focus since serving in IAAP leadership. Providing tangible value of administrative professionals will keep us locked on target for the next level of new opportunities, thus validating IAAP as industry thought leaders worldwide!

Secretary

Bianca Constance

New York City Chapter, New York State Division, Northeast District

Executive assistant reporting to Ileane Rosenthal, Executive Vice President, Member Engagement,

SIFMA; with SIFMA for 14 years.

Hartt School of Music, Artist’s Diploma, Voice and Opera; Virginia Commonwealth University, Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance; Brainbench Certificate; New Horizons Computer Learning certificates. GeoAccess training; Paradox for Windows training.

International: 2010-2012 International Director, Northeast District. Division: 2009-10 President; 2008-09 Vice President; 2007-08 Treasurer. Chapter: 2006-07 Vice President; 2005-06 President (distinguished); 2003-05 Secretary; 2003-04 Inter-County Council, Recording Secretary; 2003-04 DAM Program Chair. Other: American Society of Administrative Professionals; 2007-08 Cambridge Who’s Who; National Association of Professional Women.

Platform: IAAP’s core values of integrity, respect, adaptability, communication and commitment are the necessary qualities for serving on the International Board. As your International Secretary, I will continue to position IAAP to be a remarkable association through the exceptional services and programs necessary for IAAP to achieve that distinction.

Kristi Rotvold, CAP-OM

Red River Chapter, MN-SD-ND Division, Northwest District

Executive Assistant reporting to Lisa Carlson, Corporate CFO, Sanford Health; with Sanford Health 17 years.

University studies in Sociology and Business.

International: 2010-12 International Director, Northwest District; 2009 EFAM Co-Coordinator. Division: 2009-10 Nominations Chair; 2008-09 Division President; 2007-08 Division President-Elect; 2007 DAM Co-Chair; 2006-07, Division Secretary; 2005-06 Division Treasurer. Chapter: 2004-05 Red River President; 2003-04 President-Elect; 2001-03 Secretary. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees. Other: Sanford Employee Crisis Fund group.

Platform: We transformed our association to a remarkable one by providing more resources, improving the web community and expanding eGroups. We need to continue these transformations and commit the resources to assist chapters with recruitment and program development. Through service as international secretary, I will continue my commitment to this transformation.

Treasurer

Dortha W. Gray, CAP-OM

Houston Chapter, Texas-Louisiana Division, Southwest District

Executive Assistant reporting to Timothy K Driggers, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, EOG Resources, Inc; with EOG Resources 37 years.

International: 2010-12 International Director, Southwest District; 2009-10 Bylaws and Standing Rules Committee Chair; 2002-03 Bylaws and Standing Rules Committee District Representative. Division: 2007-08 President; 2006-07 President-Elect; 2005-06 Vice President; 2003-05 Treasurer. Chapter: 2000-03 Treasurer; 1999-2000 Director; 1997-99 Treasurer; 1995-96 President; 1994-95 President-Elect; 1993-94 and 1990-91 Director; 1988 Recording Secretary; 1984-86 Director; 1983-84 Recording Secretary; 1981-82 Treasurer. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees.

Platform: The International Board must continue to look closely at our financial situation and develop strategies to ensure the continued strengthening of our financial performance. As International Treasurer, I will work closely with the Executive Director and Headquarters Staff to ensure the financial stability of IAAP now and in the future.

Northeast District

Sharon McPherson, CAP-OM

Cape Cod Chapter, Greater New England Division, Northeast District

Administrative Associate – Finance, Grants, & Data Systems, reporting to Dr. Mary Czajkowski, Superintendent of Schools, Barnstable Public Schools; with Barnstable Public Schools 23 years.

Division: 2011-12 Greater New England Division Certification & RTF Chair; 2010-11 President; 2009-10 President-Elect; 2007-09 Treasurer. Chapter: 2005-07 Distinguished President; 2004-05 Vice President; 2003-04 Treasurer. Other: National Association of Educational Office

Professionals

Platform: The IAAP is a remarkable association offering educational and professional growth opportunities to its members. As International Director I would promote these opportunities across the district, encourage the sharing of best practices, provide leadership development opportunities and support to members in an effort to solidify divisions and chapters.

Northwest District

Lisa Hogan, CAP-OM

SouthWest Metro Chapter, MN-ND-SD Division, Northwest District

Executive Assistant reporting to Karen S. Kirwan, CIO, G&K Services and Tim Curran, SVP US Field; with G&K Services five years. Prior: Datacard Group.

Division: 2006-07 President; 2005-06 President-Elect; 2004-05 Secretary. Chapter: 2002-03 President; 2001-02 President-Elect; 2000-01 Vice President; 1999-2000 Secretary. Chaired and/or served on numerous division and chapter committees.

Platform: As a leader of our Association and “Career-Minded Administrative Professional,” I am committed to providing our membership with inspiration, motivation, and encouragement to strive for personal and professional growth through succession planning. Utilization of Pathways to Excellence will provide the foundation for training our leaders and membership of IAAP.

Southwest District

Marsha Bryan, CAP-OM

American Fidelity Chapter, Arkansas-Oklahoma Division, Southwest District

Paralegal reporting to William R. Corum, Vice President and Senior Counsel, American Fidelity Corporation; with American Fidelity Corporation 17 years.

Associates Degree, Oklahoma Jr. College, Paralegal/Legal Assistant studies; 2003 Microsoft Certification; Associate, Customer Service (ACS) and Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI) completion.

Division: 2008-10 President; 2007-08 Vice President; 2005-06 President; 2004-05 President-Elect; 2003-04 Treasurer; 2002-03 Secretary. Chapter: 2001-02 President, 2000-01 President-Elect; 1999-2000 Vice President; 1998-99 Secretary. Chaired and/or served on numerous division and chapter committees. Other: Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists member; CPS Review Classes, American Fidelity and Francis-Tuttle Vo-Tech; taught multiple classes at Oklahoma City Community College.

Platform: I will serve our members, ask for input, and listen to concerns. This remarkable association really IS all about the members. Passion for IAAP and critical thinking skills will guide me as I make recommendations to the International Board and Headquarters Staff that will amplify the voice of our members.

Michelle Spradley, CAP-OM

Clear Lake/NASA Area Chapter, Texas-Louisiana Division, Southwest District

Administrative Assistant with BASF Corporation reporting to John Scott, Operations Manager. Has been employed with BASF Corporation for 11 years.

University studies, San Jacinto College, Pasadena, Texas.

International: 2011-12 Leadership Training Action Team; 2006-07 Distinguished Chapter President. Division: 2011-12 DAM Co-Coordinator ; 2010-11 President; 2009-10 President-Elect; 2008-09 Vice President; 2007-08 Secretary; 2006-07 Distinguished Chapter President. Chapter: 2006-07 President; 2005-06 President-Elect; 2004-05 Vice President; 2003-04 Secretary; 2002-03 Program Liaison. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees. Other: Alvin Junior College Business Education advisory council; Notary Public; Phi Theta Kappa.

Platform: Leadership and succession planning are essential in developing and maintaining strong leaders, chapters and divisions. I will bring passion, enthusiasm, commitment, and determination to continue to make a difference in the Southwest District. I will collaborate with other leaders to further develop IAAP into a remarkable association.

RTF Trustees

Lynda Boulay, CAP-OM

Saint Paul Chapter, Minnesota- North Dakota-South Dakota Division, Northwest District

Business Liaison Coordinator, reporting to W. Bryan Lewis, Interim Chief Investment Officer, North Carolina Department of State Treasurer, Investment Management; with North Carolina Department of State Treasurer, Investment Management six months. Prior: The Saint Paul Foundation.

Retirement Trust Foundation: 2010-11 Vice Chairman;2009-10 Liaison. International: 2004–06 Director, Northwest District; 2005 Outstanding Director in Membership; 2003 credentials committee; 2002 elections committee and seminar presenter. Division: (Minnesota-North Dakota and Illinois) 2001–02 President; 2000–01 President-Elect; 1998 Illinois Secretary of the Year. Chapter: (Nova, Marquette and Saint Paul) 1997–98 president; 1998 secretary of the year; 1996–97 president-elect; 1995–96 corresponding secretary. Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees, including Retirement Trust Foundation. Other: Notary public; Sanderson High School Cheerleaders Booster Club.

Karen Kohn, CAP-OM

Oakland County Chapter, Michigan Division, Great Lakes District

Supervisor of Administrative Services, reporting to Daniel J. Stencil, Executive Officer, Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission; with Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission 38 years.

Associate in Applied Science, Administrative Assistant Degree.

International: 2011-12 Research and Educational Foundation Scholarship Subcommittee Task Force; 2008-11 RTF Committee; 2002-03 Building Ambassador. Division: 2011-12 Promotions Team; 2008-10 Chair, New Chapter/Student Chapter Builder Team; 2006-07 President; 2006-07 President-Elect; 2003-04 Membership Committee Chair. Chapter: 2002-03 Director; 2000-02 President; 1999-2000 Vice President. Other: Office Administration Advisory Board, Baker College.

Carolyn Prather, CAP

Hallmark Chapter, Missouri Division, Southwest District

Retired from Hallmark Cards, Inc. in January 2010, with 20 years of service.

Ongoing conferences, seminars, and workshops.

International:2010-2012 Retirement Trust Foundation Trustee; 2006-2008 RTFC Southwest District Representative; 1998-2007 Hallmark Chapter, EFAM booth planning team; 1990-2002 Chapter Delegate; 1989-2001 Chapter Alternate. Division: 2004-2006 Bylaws and Standing Rules Chair. Chapter: 2002-2003 President, Hallmark Chapter; 1994-1997 representative and chairman of KC Area Council/Executive Advisory Board; 1989-1990 President, Johnson County; 1988-1989 Vice President, Johnson County. Presented at Chapter and Division meetings and at Intl Convention and Educational Forum; Chaired and/or served on numerous chapter and division committees. Other: Youth Friends Program volunteer; Vatterott College Advisory Board, Business & General Education; 4H Global Conference presenter.