EMAP Staff

Nicole M. Ishmael
Executive Director
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Ms. Ishmael provides executive-level supervision and day-to-day management of EMAP, including: directing daily operations, including assessment and accreditation processes; overseeing preparations for and conduct of EMAP Commission and committee meetings in accordance with the needs of the organization and bylaws; managing the finances of EMAP including budget development, financial management and reporting; development/fund raising, and grants management; hiring, training, and supervising staff in accordance with reporting lines established by CSG and the EMAP Commission; and educating and working with stakeholder organizations and decision-makers on related issues and projects.

Geni Jo Brawner
Logistics & Assessment Coordinator
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Ms. Brawner assists with the coordination and organization of EMAP assessment and accreditation activities.  She is responsible for management of programs through the assessment process, including logistics and travel planning for assessment teams, organizing assessment schedules and assessor teams and materials for both programs and assessors.  Ms. Brawner staffs the Program Review Committee and the Assessment Subcommittee.

Jarad Downing
Training & Technology Assistant
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Mr. Downing is responsible for overseeing a comprehensive training and education program for EMAP for both programs as well as assessors.  Mr. Downing coordinates all technology needs for the organization including the website, development and implementation of survey and data collection tools, and resources for programs and assessors. 

Christine Y. Jacobs
Projects Coordinator
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Ms. Jacobs coordinates special projects, including EMAP's current pilot programs.  Ms. Jacobs is responsible for assisting with the identification, securing of support for, and implementation of special projects related to EMAP's standards and accreditation activities and support of EMAP's mission.

Jessica Ruble
Administrative Coordinator
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Ms. Ruble provides primary administrative support and day-to-day office management for EMAP.  Ms. Ruble manages EMAP inquiries, subscriptions, training registrations, training logistics and committee logistics, as well as marketing for the organization. 

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