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AAPC Staff

AAPC Staff

Alana Joyce 
Executive Director 

In 2011, Alana Joyce was appointed Executive Director of the American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) where she oversees all AAPC general management, membership growth and retention, as well as annual conference functions including the Pollie Awards to recognize excellence in political consulting practices. AAPC is the largest, bi-partisan association of political and public affairs professionals in the world.

An experienced program leader and innovator, Joyce’s deep background brings over 20 years of developing and implementing strategic plans to grow non-profit organizations’ customers, revenues and influence through profitable, world class educational programs, partnerships, certification courses and research initiatives. She has held senior positions with various non-profit organizations including Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) and the Smithsonian Institution. She has additional expertise in adult and web-based learning and has been tapped to speak on these subjects at several national Conferences. She holds a BA and secondary teacher certification from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Alana Joyce
Executive Director
Direct: 703-245-8021
Mobile: 202-360-5672
Email: ajoyce@theaapc.org

Beckie SouleymaneBeckie Souleymane
Director, Meetings & Operations

As Director, Meetings & Operations, Beckie oversees the planning and execution of AAPC events as well as operational and administrative functions of AAPC, including developing educational programming and membership and marketing strategies that advance AAPC’s mission.  

Beckie has worked in the association industry for over 12 years and brings experience in a wide array of association management including membership development, strategic planning, marketing and communications, program development, volunteer management and meeting planning. Previously, Beckie served as Program Manager for the American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA), Account Manager for the Health Care Administrators Association (HCAA) and Executive Director for the Professional Association for Investment Communications Resources (PAICR).

CONTACT INFORMATION
Beckie Souleymane
Director, Meetings & Operations
Direct: 703-610-0261
Email: bsouleymane@theaapc.org

Megan Koch
Manager, Digital & Event Marketing

Megan joined AAPC as the Manager of Digital & Event Marketing in July 2019 and implements the organization’s social media and event marketing efforts. Most importantly, she develops and executes strategies to best communicate the value of AAPC networking and educational opportunities to political consultants across the country.

Megan graduated summa cum laude from Virginia Tech in 2017 with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and minors in Political Science and Leadership and Social Change. She has recently become involved in local politics in her hometown, giving her an inside look at the work AAPC members do every day. In her free time, Megan enjoys traveling and cooking. 

CONTACT INFORMATION
Megan Koch
Manager, Digital & Event Marketing 
Direct: 703-682-2192
Email: mkoch@theaapc.org

Sam Pubal
Coordinator, Membership & Events

As the Coordinator, Membership & Events, Sam supports AAPC’s mission with membership onboarding, retention, and member renewal process. While coordinating events, he works directly with speakers and sponsors to organize briefing calls and exhibitor logistics, assists members during the event registration process (on- and off-site) and creates all registration spreadsheets to maintain AAPC’s data-driven focus. Sam would love to hear from you if you have questions about your AAPC membership!

Sam is an Honors graduate from West Virginia University and holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Petroleum Engineering with a minor in Geology.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Sam Pubal
Coordinator, Membership & Events 
Direct: 703-245-8020
Email: spubal@theaapc.org

Emmi Navarro
Coordinator, Education & Events

Emmi joined AAPC in August 2019 as Coordinator, Education & Events. She is responsible for educational programming for events such as our webinars, and supports event planning and execution for the organization. 
 
Emmi graduated from George Mason University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Integrative Studies, concentrating in Leadership and Organizational Development, and a minor in Art and Visual Technologies. She is involved with the Filipino and Asian American communities in the DC area. A Richmond native, she enjoys exploring the DMV and is currently on a mission to try all the ice cream the DC metro area has to offer. 
 
CONTACT INFORMATION
Emmi Navarro
Coordinator, Education & Events
Direct: 703-682-2191
Email: enavarro@theaapc.org
 

Kelly Foley
Coordinator, Member Strategy & Engagement

Kelly joined AAPC in September, 2019 as Member Strategy and Engagement Coordinator and works to achieve the AAPC’s membership recruitment, engagement, and retention goals. She explores different promotional avenues to increase the visibility of membership engagement opportunities.
 
Kelly graduated from Flagler College in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in English. Born and raised in Northern Virginia, living in close proximity to Washington D.C. has made her well versed in the realm of politics. In her free time, Kelly enjoys outdoor activities with her dog, reading, and exploring different places to eat.
 
 
CONTACT INFORMATION
Kelly Foley
Coordinator, Member Strategy & Engagement
Direct: 703-245-8034
Email: kfoley@theaapc.org