Our Team
Stephen Sothmann
Executive Director
Steve provides strategic leadership and vision for USAEDC, serves as a key resource for members on market development programs, and acts as the organization’s primary representative in Washington, D.C.
…primary staff liaison to Executive Committee & Officers, external partnerships & relationship manager, FAS leadership engagement, advising members on critical issues…
Violeta Gutierrez
Member Services Director
Violeta assists the Executive Director and Managing Director with general administrative duties of the organization, member outreach and onboarding, dues billing and collection, and other related efforts.
…membership services, new member applications, dues billing, membership lists…
Gina Tumbarello
Managing Director
Gina leads and supervises all aspects of USAEDC’s vision, mission, and daily operations, ensuring the organization’s continued success and providing strong leadership for its members.
…chief program implementer, committee manager, meeting planning and sponsorship lead, FAS engagement, and general USAEDC business operations…
Anna Thorn
Communications Director
Anna oversees all internal and external communications for the organization, encompassing the weekly newsletter, social media, website content, meeting announcements, and related initiatives.
…Midweek Express newsletter, press releases, website updates, social media….