Sallie Traxler, Executive Director
sallie@acuho-i.org

Sallie Traxler has been active in national and international association management since 1993. ACUHO-I's Executive Director since August 2004, she oversees the Association's Central Office and works closely with the Executive Board to fulfill the strategic plan and serve the needs of Association members.

Previously, Sallie served as the Executive Director of the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) and as Director of Development and Strategic Alliances for the National Business Incubation Association (NBIA).

She received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Morehead State University in Kentucky where she graduated with honors.

 

James Baumann, Director of Communications and Marketing
james@acuho-i.org

As the Director of Communications and Marketing for ACUHO-I, James Baumann oversees a number of vehicles to increase the Association's visibility and deliver educational and informative materials to the membership. He serves as editor of the Talking Stick magazine while also overseeing the publication of ACUHO-I books, other publications, and the association's Web site.

Before joining ACUHO-I, James was a contributing editor for the award-winning OHIO magazine and the author of two books - including a guide to Ohio colleges. He also spent five years managing copywriting and graphic design for a software company.

James graduated with a bachelor's degree from Capital University and earned a master's degree in magazine journalism from Ohio University.

Karen Feasel, Executive Assistant
karen@acuho-i.org

Karen Feasel serves as a liaison between the ACUHO-I Central Office and the Executive and Foundation Boards. Along with her duties assisting the Executive Director, Karen is responsible for all Central Office human resources.

Karen has over 17 years of experience in administrative positions with The Ohio State University Medical Center and the College of Medicine, as well as a successful background in customer service.
 

Hitesh Girdhani is the Systems Manager at ACUHO-I. He provides technology solutions, implements online services and maintains the IT infrastructure. Prior to coming to ACUHO-I, he was a supercomputer software specialist at the Mississippi Center for Supercomputing Research. He has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi.

Emily Glenn is the ACUHO-I Corporate Librarian where she deals with information management issues and handles member questions and research questions. Emily also is the Central Office liaison for the Public Policy Advisory Committee.

Emily earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Ohio University and received a master's degree through Kent State University's Library and Information Science program.

Josh Goldman, Senior Director 
josh@acuho-i.org

As the Senior Director, Josh Goldman is charged with the creation, management, and oversight of several programs and events that extend the body of knowledge and services for ACUHO-I members. He directs the association's educational, membership and volunteer services, event planning functions, and corporate relation activities. As the liaison to the Credentialing Taskforce he is responsible for the creation of a certificate program for the college housing profession.

Josh brings over 10 years of experience in the education, training, and management functions of non-profits; he previously served Phi Gamma Delta fraternity headquarters as Director of Education.

Josh earned his bachelor's degree in psychology from Indiana State University and a master's degree in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University in Ohio.

Alison Jones, Director of Development
alison@acuho-i.org

In the role of Director of Development, Alison Jones works with all aspects of the development needs for ACUHO-I, creating and maintaining relationships with corporate partnerships, and obtaining exhibit vendors and sponsorships. Alison provides direction, coordination, and leadership for developing corporate membership, sponsorships, advertising, exhibiting and contributions.

Alison's previous experience is with student affairs, where she previously worked at Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Florida, and Otterbein College in Ohio. She also has a wealth of experience working directly with non-profit organizations such as the American Heart Association and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Alison earned her bachelor's degree in family studies and a master's degree in higher education college student personnel from Ohio University.

Lisa Martin, Meetings and Events Manager
lisa@acuho-i.org

Lisa Martin is responsible for planning, developing, managing, promoting, executing, and evaluating all ACUHO-I events.

Prior to taking the ACUHO-I position, Lisa served as an event developer with The Ohio Society of CPAs for more than eight years. Her past work includes developing programming in conjunction with the Ohio Department of Taxation and the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services. She also previously taught freshman composition part-time.

Lisa earned her master's degree from the University of Toledo and her bachelor's degree from Adrian College.

 

Sheila Meyer, Finance & Administration Director
sheila@acuho-i.org

Sheila Meyer, as the Director of Finance and Administration contributes to ACUHO-I by providing financial oversight, development of operational policies and procedures, acts as liaison to the ACUHO-I Executive Board and Foundation Board, and assists in business process improvement and analysis.

Previously, Sheila was Director of Finance for the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office and Ohio Vision Service Plan, and brings over 29 years of experience in areas of auditing, financial management, financial analysis, cost accounting, business administration and business process improvement. Sheila is a current member of the Government Finance Officers Association, sits on the Board of Directors for Fairfield Industries serving on the Finance and Contract committees and is past treasurer of the Bloom Carroll High School PTO. Sheila received a bachelor’s degree in business administration accounting from Franklin University.

 

Geoffrey Moorehead, Office Associate
geoffrey@acuho-i.org

Geoffrey Moorehead is the Office Associate for the department of finance & administration for ACUHO-I. As the office associate he helps process accounts payable and accounts receivable as well as provide assistance with office organization and clerical duties.

Geoffrey brings with him a wide variety of experience as he has worked in Columbus Public Schools as a social worker along with his years of experience in customer service and after-school programming. Geoffrey received his bachelor’s degree in history from Wittenberg University.

Olivea Oldham, Public Relations Coordinator
olivea@acuho-i.org

Olivea Oldham serves as the ACUHO-I Public Relations Coordinator and works directly with the Director of Communications. She is responsible for assisting with all aspects in the communications department, including weekly announcements and member updates, program guides for all ACUHO-I events, marketing displays, and updating the ACUHO-I Web site.

Olivea’s previous experience is with marketing and communications for the WOUB Center for Public Media and the College of Health and Human Services at Ohio University. She also has a background in photography and marketing and promotions for small businesses.

Olivea earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and a master's degree in public administration from Ohio University.

Camille Perlman, Managing Editor, Talking Stick 
camille@acuho-i.org

Camille Perlman lends her writing and editing talents to assist with the production of ACUHO-I publications. As managing editor for the Talking Stick, she helps create the magazine by shaping the editorial plan and advising authors regarding editorial plans, deadlines, and submission guidelines.

A member of the ACUHO-I Central Office staff since 1999, Camille complements her editorial background with a great deal of institutional knowledge.

A member of the Society of National Association Publications (SNAP), Camille graduated from The Ohio State University with bachelor's degrees in journalism and communications.

Laura Pietrykowski, Membership and Volunteer Coordinator
laura@acuho-i.org

Laura Pietrykowski is the membership and volunteer coordinator for ACUHO-I. In this position she is responsible for member recruitment and retention, database management, and volunteer managment. She also helps support the Association's education department.

Laura started with ACUHO-I as a student employee. During her years in that position she assisted in almost every part of the ACUHO-I Central Office operations and has become extremely familiar with the needs of the Association and its members.

She graduated from The Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in human ecology with a specialization in consumer sciences.

Angela Sherman, Accountant
angela@acuho-i.org

Angela Sherman is the Accountant for ACUHO-I. Angela manages the Association's accounts payable and accounts receivable as well as pledges and donations made to the ACUHO-I Foundation.

Angela came to ACUHO-I with over five years of accounting experience and a great deal of customer service experience. She graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene University in Mount Vernon, Ohio, with a bachelor's degree in accounting.