Leadership and Support at Every Level
Stakeholders
Supporting members, chapters, and partners every step of the way
The National Staff of Business Professionals of America supports Administrative Services, Program Services, and Communication Services. Based in Columbus, OH, our experts specialize in nonprofit management, member services, program development, partnerships, finance, communications, events, and strategy. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, responsive services to BPA’s partners.
The National Staff
Meet the team driving BPA’s mission forward — our National Staff who lead, support, and strengthen every part of the organization.
Kenzie Bastian
executivecouncil@bpa.org
Leadership Development Specialist
Ric Cowles
finance@bpa.org
Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer
Michele Gordon
finance@bpa.org
Office Manager
Kristina Kerns
partner@bpa.org
Director of Development & Marketing
LaQuanda Paschal
education@bpa.org
Competitive Events Specialist
Patrick W. Schultz
ceo@bpa.org
Executive Director
Kelly Williams
education@bpa.org
Director of Education & Professional Learning
Want to Join the Team?
We’re always looking for people who care about student success.
