Get to know our Executive Board members!
President- Shannon Parrish
Major: Masters in Business Administration with a Healthcare Management Certificate
Year: 1st year Masters Student
What I've Learned from AMA: I have learned so much from the AMA - how to be both a good team leader and a strong team member, how to introduce myself to professionals that I have never met before, that networking is more important than I used to think so, traveling with friends is one of the greatest things you will ever experience, and to have fun!
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory from the AMA was traveling to the New Orleans international conference this past year; most of us had become really close friends over the past year, so it made the trip even more fun to have them along.
Fun Fact: I am actually an outgoing introvert, I love being a part of the AMA and being the President this year. But sometimes I just want to shut the curtains and pull out a good book to read by myself at home!
Executive Vice President- Allison Flowers
Major: Marketing and Music Performance
Year: Junior
What I've Learned From AMA: During my experience in ECU AMA, I have learned many important skills that have helped me become a better student and marketer. The most important lesson that I have learned so far has been to not be afraid to put yourself outside of your comfort zone, and that when you do, great things can happen. By talking to local businesses in the Greenville area, I was able to build relationships with their owners and set up benefit nights for ECU AMA at their restaurants. Through talking with marketing professionals at AMA networking events, I was able to gain valuable advice and create contacts within the marketing industry. If I had not been willing to step out of my comfort zone, these opportunities might not have taken place.
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory of AMA was attending the AMA Intercollegiate Conference for the first time last March in New Orleans, Louisiana. Getting to meet AMA students from around the world, network with industry professionals, and attend seminars about the newest trends in marketing was what set this conference apart from any other professional event I had attended. Exploring New Orleans for the first time with my friends from AMA added to the overall experience of the conference and made it an amazing memory that I won't forget.
Fun Fact: I work for Amazon as a Brand Ambassador for ECU, and I enjoy doing yoga in my free time.
Treasurer - Ezra Liegel
Major: Finance
Year: Senior
What I’ve Learned from AMA: I am a brand new member of AMA and have only had the chance to participate in a couple AMA events when I jumped in this past spring semester. After meeting most of the AMA members, I can already tell this club is full of a diverse spread of talent among great individuals. I look forward to meeting all of you this semester!
Favorite AMA Memory: I really enjoyed the social event AMA had with the Financial Management Association (FMA) at Winslow’s Tavern in uptown Greenville. This was a great way of networking with members from both clubs.
Fun Fact: Some of the things I enjoy most are the great outdoors, live entertainment, music, sports, and cars. GO PIRATES!
Co-Vice President of Membership - Meredith Johnson
Major: Marketing and Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Year: Senior
What I've Learned from AMA: That anybody can sell things but only Marketers know how to sell best.
Favorite AMA Memory: Getting elected onto the 2015-2016 Exec Board
Fun Fact: I am obsessed with country music.
Co-Vice President of Membership - Miranda Ross
To be posted...
Vice President of Website Development - Molly Beasley
Major: Marketing and Public Relations
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: You can learn so much from others in different majors that all have a passion for marketing!
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite AMA memory is getting to know the rest of the executive board while working on our plans for the semester! I made so many new friends that day and it was nice to help plan AMA's upcoming events and seeing how we can grow as an organization!
Fun Fact: I love painting, crafting, reading and writing!
Vice President of Competitions - Angela Todd
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: I have learned how to write a pre-campaign report for a Google Adwords campaign.
Favorite AMA memory: Filming the Competition Committee's entry for the Doritos Superbowl Commercial Competition.
Fun Fact: I have a blue crayfish for a pet.
Co-Vice President of Sponsorship - Marissa Flood
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Sophomore
What I've Learned from AMA: I've learned how to branch out and set goals for myself. I now know how to be professional and make good connections with employers.
Favorite AMA Memory: I decided to go to an AMA meeting in the beginning of the freshman school year, and actually landed an internship through the organization. It was a big accomplishment for me and I had fun throughout the year!
Fun Fact: I could eat Chipotle every day if I wanted to.
Co-Vice President of Sponsorship - Cady May
Major: Marketing with Fine Arts Minor
Year: Senior
What I've learned from AMA: I am constantly learning from AMA. Every meeting I've been to, I have gotten something out of it. Whether it was about a future career, professionalism, networking, or making a friend. I actually look forward to AMA meetings and feel excited to hang out with everyone. It doesn't feel like work. And I am so happy I joined.
Favorite AMA Memory: I think the most recent one was from the other night at Buzzadelic's Brainstorming meeting. It was so fun to come up with ideas together and possibly help another company out.
Fun Fact: I guess I like to challenge myself by doing things I'm scared to do. I love the feeling I get after. I went scuba diving in the middle of the ocean over spring break and I'm terrified of sharks. I went sky diving last summer and I am afraid of heights. It turned out that the experiences were amazing and I actually enjoyed them.
Co-Vice President of Fundraising - Nick Kalning
Major: Business with a concentration in entrepreneurship and a minor in philosophy
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: One of the most important things I've learned from being apart of AMA, is how to make connections. I've met so many people through AMA, from vastly different businesses. I learned how to converse with them and make a connection.
Favorite AMA Memory: I absolutely loved the group trip to New Orleans for the AMA conference. On top of enjoying the city of New Orleans, the conference was a one of a kind experience.
Fun Fact: I actually co-teach the Tae Kwon Do club at ECU. I've practiced for over 10 years now.
Co-Vice President of Fundraising - Candace Carter
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from the AMA: This is my first year with AMA and I am so happy that I made the decision to join this awesome organization and become active in the fundraising committee as well as the social media and promotions committee. Through the AMA I have learned the importance of networking, to always send follow-up emails after interviews, and tips on making my LinkedIn profile more professional.
Favorite AMA Memory: One of my favorite memories so far is helping the marketing firm, Buzzadelic, brainstorm marketing ideas for one of their clients.
Fun Fact: I enjoy fostering dogs and the second dog I fostered I actually ended up adopting!
Vice President of Social Media and Promotions - Kristen Porter
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory of AMA is hard to choose from. There are a lot of things about AMA that are memorable but my favorite would have to be my first meeting I ever attended, Fall of 2014 school year. I had recently changed my major from Hospitality to Marketing so I was excited to see what organizations I could be apart of. The meeting was so fun and everyone was so welcoming and excited to see me there. I felt like I was apart of something and since that day AMA has felt like a family.
What I've Learned from AMA: Something that I have learned while being in AMA is how to be more professional. This included professionalism in my resume, LinkedIn page, emails and even the way I dressed for business casual events. I am very thankful for this skill that AMA has taught me because it is something that will carry over to when I start my career.
Fun Fact: A little fun fact that no one really knows about me is that my birthday is on the greatest holiday ever -- CHRISTMAS!
Vice President of Social Media and Promotions - Chris Foley
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I’ve Learned from AMA: I would say each meeting I learn something new. I think one of the most important things I have learned through AMA is how to make connections. At the very first meeting I made a connection that led to my summer internship. Which taught me the importance of networking.
Favorite AMA Memory: I would say my favorite memory is being selected for the position of Vice President of Social Media and Promotions. I have been looking for ways to be involved and this position is a great opportunity for me to become more involved.
Fun Fact: I love to rock climb!
Co-Vice President of Event Coordination - James “Alex” Charlton
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I Learned from AMA: How to organize my self better as a professional, as well as leadership skills from watching other members and executives.
Fun Fact: I own two small business.
Co-Vice President of Event Coordination - Victoria Centeno
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Senior
What I learned from AMA: AMA helped me grow and develop my professional networking circle. Through AMA I gained valuable resources that helped me get an internship for a marketing company in Raleigh.
Fun Fact: I kissed the Stanely Cup when I was 12 years old.
Co-Vice President of Community Service - Ashley Konarski
Major: Double major in Marketing and Religious Studies
Year: Freshman
What I've Learned from the AMA: I've learned to to be afraid and to push yourself, because great things will come. Also, to not be scared to talk to people and tell them who you are and what you stand for.
Favorite AMA Memory: Although I'm only a freshman and just started this, my favorite memory so far is all the laughs I've shared with the different people in the organizations and the relationships I've gotten the opportunity to build.
Fun fact: I'm from a small town called Braselton which is in Georgia, I love coffee, and strangely enough I was born with 12 fingers.
Co-Vice President of Community Service - Ashleigh Jennings
Major: Business - Marketing
Year:
What I've Learned from the AMA: I have learned so much from AMA and am constantly learning new things from all of the interesting speakers that come to our meetings. So far I have learned about LinkedIn, tips for resumes, networking tips and so much more to really be able to present myself strongly to the job market after graduation.
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite thing about AMA is the people I have met through this organization. With this being my first year I'm sure great memories will be made!
Fun Fact: I love country music, Mac and cheese and spending time with my dog, Tucker.
Major: Masters in Business Administration with a Healthcare Management Certificate
Year: 1st year Masters Student
What I've Learned from AMA: I have learned so much from the AMA - how to be both a good team leader and a strong team member, how to introduce myself to professionals that I have never met before, that networking is more important than I used to think so, traveling with friends is one of the greatest things you will ever experience, and to have fun!
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory from the AMA was traveling to the New Orleans international conference this past year; most of us had become really close friends over the past year, so it made the trip even more fun to have them along.
Fun Fact: I am actually an outgoing introvert, I love being a part of the AMA and being the President this year. But sometimes I just want to shut the curtains and pull out a good book to read by myself at home!
Executive Vice President- Allison Flowers
Major: Marketing and Music Performance
Year: Junior
What I've Learned From AMA: During my experience in ECU AMA, I have learned many important skills that have helped me become a better student and marketer. The most important lesson that I have learned so far has been to not be afraid to put yourself outside of your comfort zone, and that when you do, great things can happen. By talking to local businesses in the Greenville area, I was able to build relationships with their owners and set up benefit nights for ECU AMA at their restaurants. Through talking with marketing professionals at AMA networking events, I was able to gain valuable advice and create contacts within the marketing industry. If I had not been willing to step out of my comfort zone, these opportunities might not have taken place.
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory of AMA was attending the AMA Intercollegiate Conference for the first time last March in New Orleans, Louisiana. Getting to meet AMA students from around the world, network with industry professionals, and attend seminars about the newest trends in marketing was what set this conference apart from any other professional event I had attended. Exploring New Orleans for the first time with my friends from AMA added to the overall experience of the conference and made it an amazing memory that I won't forget.
Fun Fact: I work for Amazon as a Brand Ambassador for ECU, and I enjoy doing yoga in my free time.
Treasurer - Ezra Liegel
Major: Finance
Year: Senior
What I’ve Learned from AMA: I am a brand new member of AMA and have only had the chance to participate in a couple AMA events when I jumped in this past spring semester. After meeting most of the AMA members, I can already tell this club is full of a diverse spread of talent among great individuals. I look forward to meeting all of you this semester!
Favorite AMA Memory: I really enjoyed the social event AMA had with the Financial Management Association (FMA) at Winslow’s Tavern in uptown Greenville. This was a great way of networking with members from both clubs.
Fun Fact: Some of the things I enjoy most are the great outdoors, live entertainment, music, sports, and cars. GO PIRATES!
Co-Vice President of Membership - Meredith Johnson
Major: Marketing and Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Year: Senior
What I've Learned from AMA: That anybody can sell things but only Marketers know how to sell best.
Favorite AMA Memory: Getting elected onto the 2015-2016 Exec Board
Fun Fact: I am obsessed with country music.
Co-Vice President of Membership - Miranda Ross
To be posted...
Vice President of Website Development - Molly Beasley
Major: Marketing and Public Relations
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: You can learn so much from others in different majors that all have a passion for marketing!
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite AMA memory is getting to know the rest of the executive board while working on our plans for the semester! I made so many new friends that day and it was nice to help plan AMA's upcoming events and seeing how we can grow as an organization!
Fun Fact: I love painting, crafting, reading and writing!
Vice President of Competitions - Angela Todd
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: I have learned how to write a pre-campaign report for a Google Adwords campaign.
Favorite AMA memory: Filming the Competition Committee's entry for the Doritos Superbowl Commercial Competition.
Fun Fact: I have a blue crayfish for a pet.
Co-Vice President of Sponsorship - Marissa Flood
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Sophomore
What I've Learned from AMA: I've learned how to branch out and set goals for myself. I now know how to be professional and make good connections with employers.
Favorite AMA Memory: I decided to go to an AMA meeting in the beginning of the freshman school year, and actually landed an internship through the organization. It was a big accomplishment for me and I had fun throughout the year!
Fun Fact: I could eat Chipotle every day if I wanted to.
Co-Vice President of Sponsorship - Cady May
Major: Marketing with Fine Arts Minor
Year: Senior
What I've learned from AMA: I am constantly learning from AMA. Every meeting I've been to, I have gotten something out of it. Whether it was about a future career, professionalism, networking, or making a friend. I actually look forward to AMA meetings and feel excited to hang out with everyone. It doesn't feel like work. And I am so happy I joined.
Favorite AMA Memory: I think the most recent one was from the other night at Buzzadelic's Brainstorming meeting. It was so fun to come up with ideas together and possibly help another company out.
Fun Fact: I guess I like to challenge myself by doing things I'm scared to do. I love the feeling I get after. I went scuba diving in the middle of the ocean over spring break and I'm terrified of sharks. I went sky diving last summer and I am afraid of heights. It turned out that the experiences were amazing and I actually enjoyed them.
Co-Vice President of Fundraising - Nick Kalning
Major: Business with a concentration in entrepreneurship and a minor in philosophy
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from AMA: One of the most important things I've learned from being apart of AMA, is how to make connections. I've met so many people through AMA, from vastly different businesses. I learned how to converse with them and make a connection.
Favorite AMA Memory: I absolutely loved the group trip to New Orleans for the AMA conference. On top of enjoying the city of New Orleans, the conference was a one of a kind experience.
Fun Fact: I actually co-teach the Tae Kwon Do club at ECU. I've practiced for over 10 years now.
Co-Vice President of Fundraising - Candace Carter
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I've Learned from the AMA: This is my first year with AMA and I am so happy that I made the decision to join this awesome organization and become active in the fundraising committee as well as the social media and promotions committee. Through the AMA I have learned the importance of networking, to always send follow-up emails after interviews, and tips on making my LinkedIn profile more professional.
Favorite AMA Memory: One of my favorite memories so far is helping the marketing firm, Buzzadelic, brainstorm marketing ideas for one of their clients.
Fun Fact: I enjoy fostering dogs and the second dog I fostered I actually ended up adopting!
Vice President of Social Media and Promotions - Kristen Porter
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite memory of AMA is hard to choose from. There are a lot of things about AMA that are memorable but my favorite would have to be my first meeting I ever attended, Fall of 2014 school year. I had recently changed my major from Hospitality to Marketing so I was excited to see what organizations I could be apart of. The meeting was so fun and everyone was so welcoming and excited to see me there. I felt like I was apart of something and since that day AMA has felt like a family.
What I've Learned from AMA: Something that I have learned while being in AMA is how to be more professional. This included professionalism in my resume, LinkedIn page, emails and even the way I dressed for business casual events. I am very thankful for this skill that AMA has taught me because it is something that will carry over to when I start my career.
Fun Fact: A little fun fact that no one really knows about me is that my birthday is on the greatest holiday ever -- CHRISTMAS!
Vice President of Social Media and Promotions - Chris Foley
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I’ve Learned from AMA: I would say each meeting I learn something new. I think one of the most important things I have learned through AMA is how to make connections. At the very first meeting I made a connection that led to my summer internship. Which taught me the importance of networking.
Favorite AMA Memory: I would say my favorite memory is being selected for the position of Vice President of Social Media and Promotions. I have been looking for ways to be involved and this position is a great opportunity for me to become more involved.
Fun Fact: I love to rock climb!
Co-Vice President of Event Coordination - James “Alex” Charlton
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Junior
What I Learned from AMA: How to organize my self better as a professional, as well as leadership skills from watching other members and executives.
Fun Fact: I own two small business.
Co-Vice President of Event Coordination - Victoria Centeno
Major: Business - Marketing
Year: Senior
What I learned from AMA: AMA helped me grow and develop my professional networking circle. Through AMA I gained valuable resources that helped me get an internship for a marketing company in Raleigh.
Fun Fact: I kissed the Stanely Cup when I was 12 years old.
Co-Vice President of Community Service - Ashley Konarski
Major: Double major in Marketing and Religious Studies
Year: Freshman
What I've Learned from the AMA: I've learned to to be afraid and to push yourself, because great things will come. Also, to not be scared to talk to people and tell them who you are and what you stand for.
Favorite AMA Memory: Although I'm only a freshman and just started this, my favorite memory so far is all the laughs I've shared with the different people in the organizations and the relationships I've gotten the opportunity to build.
Fun fact: I'm from a small town called Braselton which is in Georgia, I love coffee, and strangely enough I was born with 12 fingers.
Co-Vice President of Community Service - Ashleigh Jennings
Major: Business - Marketing
Year:
What I've Learned from the AMA: I have learned so much from AMA and am constantly learning new things from all of the interesting speakers that come to our meetings. So far I have learned about LinkedIn, tips for resumes, networking tips and so much more to really be able to present myself strongly to the job market after graduation.
Favorite AMA Memory: My favorite thing about AMA is the people I have met through this organization. With this being my first year I'm sure great memories will be made!
Fun Fact: I love country music, Mac and cheese and spending time with my dog, Tucker.