Professional Affiliations
Amy is a dedicated mother and working professional who is passionate about improving people's lives. She has worked in non-profit leadership since moving to Plattsburgh in 2003 and wants to apply her experience and abilities to public service.
Amy understands what it requires to navigate complex issues to find solutions. She is a collaborator and believes all voices have value.
As Council Member, Amy will represent the people of her ward and the interests of the people of Plattsburgh.
Work Experience
Amy is the CFO for the North Country Center for Independence, a non-profit organization that helps people with disabilities. NCCI promotes better policies for and understanding of disability issues, as well as helping people with disabilities live more independent and productive lives.
Prior to NCCI, Amy was the CEO of the North Country Association for the Visually Impaired, dedicated to assisting people who are blind or visually impaired.
Amy previously worked as the Development Director for Plattsburgh's Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, as well as a case manager for Genesee County Community Mental Health in Flint, Michigan. She spent some years working from home before her children entered school, and has experience in marketing, graphic design, grant writing, community outreach, program development and business administration.
Education
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University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI; Graduated Cum Laude in April 2001
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BA Psychology & Sociology with Area of Specialization in Gender, Race and Social Inequality
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St. Andrews University – Scotland; International Study Abroad Program 1999-2000
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Plattsburgh State University – Plattsburgh, NY; continued education in finance principles
Plattsburgh Rotary Club (current) Member, Board Member, Webmaster
YMCA Board of Directors (current) Board Member, Executive Committee
United Way of the Adirondack Region (current) Campaign Chair, Campaign Team
Beartown Ski Area, Inc. (current) National Ski Patrol; Board Member
Evening of Healing; Stories of Strength (current) Public Speaker, Suicide Awareness
You Matter Mural Project- Suicide awareness (current) Committee Member
Go Red For Women (past) Campaign Marketing Volunteer
Adirondack Planned Giving Society (past) Committee Co-Chair
National Community Action Foundation (past) Media Member/Photographer
North Country Honor Flight (past) Volunteer, Photographer, Webmaster
Adirondack Young Professionals (past) Member
Partners in Cross Cultural Learning SUNY Plattsburgh (past) Mentor
Cumberland Bay Community Boating Center Community (past) Partner
Valcour Sailing Club Executive Committee (past) Board Member & Sailor
Peru Rod and Gun Club (Current) Member
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
123-456-7890