

Jill Cook, CAE
Executive Director
Oversees operations and works with the ASCA Board of Directors to ensure the association meets the ends laid out in policy.

Janae Douglas
Education and Training Coordinator
Supports school counselors’ professional development needs

Amanda Fitzgerald, Ed.D., CAE
Assistant Deputy Executive Director
Works on federal government relations, represents ASCA in coalition work, coordinates the School Counselor of the Year program and supports the ASCA Board of Directors

Kelly Frey, CMP
Director of Meetings and Conferences
Plans all of ASCA's meetings and special events, including the ASCA Annual Conference

Qisti Gitosuputro
Member Engagement Coordinator
Manages the ASCA Affinity Groups and the ASCA Online Member Community

Deirdra Hawkes
Director of Programs and Advocacy
Coordinates the Recognized ASCA Model Program, supports state school counselor associations in advocacy efforts, serves as staff liaison to the DEI Committee and provides ethics support for members

Angie Hickman
Director of Research and Marketing
Conducts ASCA research studies, manages the ASCA grants and Professional School Counseling journal, and plans marketing efforts

Brian Levy
Director of Sales and Partnerships
Leads business development and drives revenue growth through sales and partnerships

Leisl Moriarty, CMP
Director of Affiliate Relations
Serves as the primary point of contact and builds association leadership resources and support for nearly 1,000 volunteer leaders across the chartered divisions

Kathleen Rakestraw, CAE
Director of Communications
Oversees the website, ASCA School Counselor magazine, books, videos, media/press requests, logos and the overall ASCA brand

Kayla Shelton
Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Manages the ASCA social media channels and ASCA Aspects e-newsletter, assists with proofing publications, and interprets website and social media analytics

Eric Sparks, Ed.D., CAE
Deputy Executive Director
Provides leadership to initiatives related to the ASCA standards and the ASCA National Model, supports the ASCA Board of Directors, supports ASCA staff with program operations and oversees general operations

Jennifer Walsh
Director of Education and Training
Oversees all ASCA professional development: webinars, ASCA Annual Conference sessions, virtual learning events, site-based trainings, ASCA U Specialist trainings and podcasts

Stephanie Wicks
Member Services Manager
Provides support to members and handles membership recruitment, retention and renewals