Kimberly A. Hoarle, MBA, CAE
Executive Director
Since: January 2017
Kim has worked in association management for over 20 years including roles with the American Society of Healthcare Risk Management at the American Hospital Association, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Academy of Periodontology. She has extensive experience in membership services, and has also has expertise in education, marketing, international affairs, physician leadership development, strategic planning, governance and financial management.
Roles & Responsibilities
Working with the Board of Directors to operationalize and implement their vision and strategic plan. Overall financial and operational management of the ABA.
Maureen T. Kiley, BS
Senior Program Director
Since: February 2009
Maureen has served in the corporate, financial, and nonprofit business environment for over 25 years, focusing on business relationship management, marketing, project initiatives, professional coaching, revenue growth and operations. Within the ABA, Maureen has collaborated with Committee, Board, Special Interest Groups and partner organizations, membership, exhibitor and meeting planning, quality, international and burn prevention projects, and advocacy and business development. Maureen earned an undergraduate degree at Loyola University of Chicago in Business Administration and Marketing.
Roles & Responsibilities
Maureen is responsible for key programs such as the Burn Registry and overall management of committees and SIGs including the appointment process. She works closely with some of the most active committees to assist with project management, such as Burn Prevention and ODBC. She also provides oversight for verification and ABLS. Maureen plays a key role in helping the ABA develop collaborative relationships with other organizations, government agencies.
Janet Turner, MBA
Senior Director of Finance and Administration
Since: October 2010
Janet comes to the ABA with 15 years of experience in various accounting and financial planning & analysis roles at companies such as Accenture and Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Janet earned an undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University and her MBA from DePaul University.
Roles & Responsibilities
Janet directs all financial operations to ensure appropriate financial management and analysis to support the ABA’s operations and strategic initiatives. She is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems.
Carl Siska, BS
Senior Manager
Since: August 2017
Carl comes to the ABA with a background in association membership management, database management, marketing, business development, and banking. With more than 20 years of experience in various management roles, he last served as Membership Director at the Illinois CPA Society.
Roles & Responsibilities
Manages membership and related operations. Carl has a hands-on role in member services, database management, member recruitment, and streamlining operations.
Lori Palfavi, CRA
Research Grants and Contracts Administrator
Since: October 2017
Lori is a Certified Research Administrator (CRA) with twenty years of experience in her field. She has worked at various institutions including Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Rush University Medical Center and Shire. She has extensive experience with federal, foundation and industry grants and contracts.
Roles & Responsibilities
Lori is responsible for the managing the administrative activities of the ABA grants including compliance with regulations. She works closely with the BSAP and Research Committees.
Alice Zemelko, BA
Program Manager
Since: 2006
Alice earned her degree in Music Business Management from Indiana State University. Her background is in program and education management. Past organizations she has worked for are Columbia Artist Management and Carnegie Hall. Alice started with the ABA in 2006 as ABLS Program Assistant. In 2011, she moved into the role of Verification Program Manager, in addition to ABLS Program Assistant. Starting June of 2014 she took over as ABLS Program Manager, managing both the ABLS and Verification Programs.
Roles & Responsibilities
Alice has primary responsibility for the Verification and ABLS programs. She works closely with the Verification Committee and ABLS Advisory Committee on various aspects for both programs, as well as daily management. She also assists with the ABA grant applications and CE accreditation.
Lucy A. Rogan
Marketing and Social Media Specialist
Since: October 2018
Lucy comes to the ABA with a background in publishing, marketing, and social media. She has strong writing, editing and design skills and written and designed content for several publications. She earned an undergraduate degree in Strategic Communications from the University of St. Thomas. She has a minor in Italian Studies and studied abroad in Naples, Rome, and Florence.
Roles & Responsibilities
Lucy develops and implements the ABA’s social media strategy. She executes marketing strategies to promote membership, educational programs, products and services to members, prospects, and stakeholders for the ABA.
Daniel Cox, MM
Administrative Assistant
Since: May 2018
Daniel comes to the ABA new to the world of association management with a background in executive assistance and music production. In his free-time, Daniel is a composer and performer and received his Master’s in Music Composition degree from the University of Colorado-Boulder.
Roles & Responsibilities
Daniel is the first point of contact for the ABA and handles all member and customer service inquiries. He also facilitates governance and administrative communications between the staff and Board of Directors and committees, assists with the operation of the ABA, and assists with projects in membership, education, and quality care.
