Rick Church
Head Coach
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
The people - every day I get to work with colleagues and client partners who are passionate about their industries and focused on accomplishing great things. It's what gets me out of bed every day.
Interesting Fact
When CM had a fully functioning mailroom, I ran it one summer when I was 17 years old.
Jeff Church
Executive Vice President
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
The people! Both CM Employee partners and our volunteer leader partners. Every day is different, which keeps you on your toes. I've made many life-long friendships through this career.
Interesting Fact
I played for the USA U-18 and U-20 National soccer teams growing up.
Catherine Church
Vice President
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
I find a lot of satisfaction in the type of work we get to do for our association partners every day. We are able to provide great value to our member companies through the work of our associations and by advancing their missions.
Interesting Fact
I was the President of my college marching band.
Jerilyn Church
Vice President
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
The people I work with everyday, CMers and association members and business service providers. They are all passionate about what they do and enjoy setting goals and achieving results. I especially enjoy the variety each day provides.
Interesting Fact
My first job out of college, I was a Systems Engineer for IBM.
Dick Church
Chairman
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
I have always felt our work makes a difference, and I’ve never had a dull day.
Interesting Fact
In 1st through 6th grade I attended a one-room country school with 22 students and 8 grades.
Loretta Tomfohrde
Chief Financial Officer
Megan Galeher
Executive Director
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Everyone is always willing to lend a helping hand. I am lucky to be surrounded by people who have been in the Association Management business for many years and have a lot of knowledge to share.
Interesting Fact
As a child I went to circus camp every summer. Lucky for me, many of the skills I learned (such as juggling and riding a unicycle) have stuck with me as an adult.
Diane Lantz
Executive Director
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Because there is always something new to learn from colleagues and partner associations, we continually grow as professionals.
Stacey Woldt
Executive Director
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
That's easy: People and Variety. The internal collaboration with colleagues and the external connection to members in several locations and industries keeps me on board at CM Services, Inc. We serve multiple association partners on a daily basis and even around the globe.
Interesting Fact
I survived "Jane Wayne Day" in the Unites States Marine Corps which is currently known as "A Day in the Life of a Marine."
Ali Mostardo
Executive Director
Beth Beaty
Senior Association Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
CM is very supportive of its employees and the association(s) its employees manage. CM also does a great job at keeping employees connected and informed through technology, trainings, and social gatherings.
Interesting Fact
I love to decorate and I enjoy finding new ways to repurpose old items.
Megan Ackley
Association Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
I enjoy working at CM because I am exposed to association clients from all over the country, and learning about them is very interesting! Also the CM Family environment is welcoming and fun!
Interesting Fact
I was in competitive soccer for 13 years and played on a Division I college team!
Gina Fisher
Association Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
My fellow CMers! They are a smart, knowledge and hardworking team that is always available to jump in and assist whenever and with whatever is needed.
Interesting Fact
I travel the country with my husband in our RV.
Kaitlin O’Brien
Association Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Every day is different and keeps you engaged! The Association Management industry is fast-paced and requires you to be a "jack of all trades" with an adaptable mindset. Working at CM gives you so many opportunities to try new things and work with incredible people on a daily basis!
Interesting Fact
I love to travel and add unique experiences to my bucket list! Some of my favorite travel experiences so far are: playing with elephants in Bali, Indonesia; holding a koala in Sydney, Australia; riding a camel in Dubai, U.A.E.
Christine Schwartzkopff
Association Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
As the FCICA Association Manager, I manage the AMS and LMS database systems, website, events and marketing - addressing all membership needs to ensure the success of the Flooring Contractors Association and its members.
Interesting Fact
I was born in Canada.
Sarah Thompson
Meetings Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Working with association partners to achieve their missions and goals.
Interesting Fact
I grew up on a farm in Connecticut, all you could eat fruits and vegetables each summer!
Jo Snyder
Online Marketing Manager
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Collaboration, especially the opportunity to experience directly how different types of associations handle similar needs/problems/plans and learn from all of their work.
Interesting Fact
I have lived on all four sides of Chicago, if I count growing up very close to the east side.
Joe Sullivan
Association Coordinator
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
I like working at CM because I get to work with wonderful people every day. I enjoy learning about the interesting industries our partners are in and working with them to achieve their goals.
Interesting Fact
I am a dual citizen of both the United States and Luxembourg.
Mary Hawkinson
Office Manager & Certifications
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
The feeling of family; banding together during the good and bad times. Receiving the support when needed.
Interesting Fact
I live in the house my grandparents built almost 100 years ago.
Michael Cudahy
Regulations & Sustainability
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
CM Services is a well run organization that knows how to manage multiple trade associations and produce outcomes that benefit those groups with decades of experience.
Interesting Fact
My background is in polymer chemistry and forensics.
Anne DiPaola
Publications Editor
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
I enjoy the challenge of learning about new industries and working with a wide range of experts, from scientists and engineers to tile contractors and decorators.
Interesting Fact
I live in New Orleans and am part of a carnival krewe called The Merry Antoinettes. We costume like a member of the ill-fated queen’s court and parade the streets of the French Quarter.
Israel Reza
Graphic Designer
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
The people, culture and helping association partners with their design needs.
Interesting Fact
I enjoy taking photographs with analog cameras.
Nydia Rivera
Financial Assistant
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
Enjoy working with everyone here.
Interesting Fact
My favorite color is yellow but I usually wear black
Karen Rothenberger
Financial Assistant
Why I Enjoy Working at CM
CM is family owned; as an employee, you become part of the extended family. I enjoy taking ownership of my role and supporting all of the associations and their wonderful staff. I also appreciate being an integral part of the transition to incorporate new technology to best serve our internal staff and associations.
Interesting Fact
Back in the day, I tried out for the Chicago Bulls dance team, The Luvabulls.
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