行政与行政
康妮梅多斯
Connie joined the AEE staff in 2004, assisting with Membership and Conference Registration. She later took on the role of Conference Registration Director and in 2023, she moved into the Accounting Assistant role where she handles all general accounting duties. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Georgia State University.
玛丽·伊莉丝·考克斯
Mary Elise Cox is a seasoned professional with a robust background in project and contract management, sales, business development, and strategic partnerships. As the Senior Director for Global Development at AEE, she brings over 17 years of experience in the energy efficiency industry. Mary Elise is a recognized leader who has held various positions at the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Her key accomplishments include leading global growth and expansion, striving to fulfill the organization’s vision for a clean and sustainable future, building and maintaining relationships across cultures, demonstrating passion and commitment to making a positive difference. Mary Elise is dedicated, passionate, accomplished, and committed to making a positive impact in the world.
Nina Palmieri
Nina joined AEE in 2024 as the Office Manager. Living in Metro Atlanta all her life, Nina graduated from Georgia State University in 2021 with a bachelor’s in film and media and a minor in journalism. With a background in the film industry, photography, journalism, radio, and a passion for environmental sustainability, she plays a significant role in managing administrative projects at AEE.
Catelyn McGovern
Catelyn joined AEE in 2024 as the US Business Development Director. She has over 10 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, including a background in solar and storage EPC, federal contracting, energy savings performance contracting, and residential demand response and virtual power plants. She specializes in relationship building, contract administration, business development, and sales and marketing . Catelyn holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics from Wofford College and an MBA from The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina.
Ahmed Alsammarraie
Ahmed joined AEE in 2024 as the Business Analyst & Database Manager. In his role, he is responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, and security of the AMS and Certification System. With a strong focus on planning and implementation, he plays a vital part in the development and maintenance of testing protocols, workflow documentation, and process guidelines for the AEE AMS and Certification systems.
Martijn Prak
Martijn joined AEE in 2024 as the Training Development Program Manager. In his role, he is responsible for managing all AEE training programs, beginning at development, through implementation, and ongoing maintenance. Driven by his passion for addressing climate change, he brings with him several years of experience working in the renewable energy industry and managing training programs in the non-profit sector. Martijn is a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), and holds a Bachelor’s in Public Administration and Organization Science and a Master’s in Political Science.
会员资格
国际的
Annie Sandlin
Annie joined AEE in 2023 as the International Administrator. She works with all members of the international team and strives for efficient and effective operations for a high-quality experience for all partners. She graduated from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management and a minor in Spanish.
认证
Katy Meyer
Katy joined AEE in 2024 as the Accreditation Program Manager. In her role, she is responsible for project management to develop and launch newly accredited residential certification programs and manage additional accredited certification programs. She brings with her a decade of experience in content development and project management, along with 20 years in customer service. Her impressive background includes managing successful live and online educational courses, leading cross-functional teams, and developing adult educational materials. Katy’s ability to handle complex projects is evident in her work leading initiatives and guiding teams. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, IL.
训练
Cathy Mitchell
Cathy is a Florida native who currently lives in Grayson, Georgia. She is the proud mother of two adult daughters and equally proud grandmother to eleven amazing grandchildren. Cathy holds a Master of Arts Degree in Management from Webster University and a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Edward Waters University.
As a lifelong learner, she enjoys researching, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating learning content. Cathy has a knack for connecting with learners through relevant and engaging material that supports blended learning for all audience types. She brings over twenty-five years of experience in the Learning and development space with fifteen years of experience in leading training teams, facilitating leadership workshops, building departments, and helping employees tap into their highest potential.
Cathy’s passion for life is rooted in progressive learning — she has held positions as an educator for Duval County Public Schools; an Adjunct Professor, and several Leadership positions. She is a Certified Life Coach and a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach – who believes that when we operate in our natural talents, we are most effective and happier in our careers. Cathy is an advocate for Leadership Development and Relationship Building and uses her knowledge to strengthen the teams that she is responsible for.
Cathy has an array of hobbies including roller skating, gardening, baking, walking, and spending time with her family and close friends.
Ryan Ayala
Ryan joined AEE in 2024 and is the U.S. Public Training Coordinator. He was born and raised in San Diego, California and graduated from The University of Alabama in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising. Ryan handles the coordination of all U.S. CEM and non-certification training programs.
Emily Kimis
Emily joined AEE in 2024 as the US Private & Chapter Training Coordinator. She coordinates all private and chapter trainings from end to end and ensures each event runs smoothly. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Leadership Studies from the University of Central Florida. She also holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology. Her background spans across various fields of education, and she is very passionate about promoting accessible learning opportunities for all.
会议、展览和活动
雷切尔霍布森
营销传播
Paulina Cervantes
Paulina joined AEE in 2023 as the Marketing Specialist. In her role, she works as the department coordinator and is responsible for executing email marketing efforts. Paulina earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing with an Area of Emphasis in Digital Marketing from the University of Georgia in May of 2021.