Sylvia Prickett joined NASAA in 2013. She provides operational and financial leadership that positions NASAA to effectively and efficiently fulfill its mission. Responsibilities include supervising NASAA’s technology systems and human resources, leading compliance and accountability efforts, managing NASAA’s budget, and serving as the primary contact for issues related to member dues.
Before joining NASAA, Sylvia led operations and production in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors for more than 25 years. She served as an independent consultant, providing management, marketing and editorial services to clients ranging from the American College of Cardiology and U.S. Chamber of Commerce to National Geographic, Time Life and Stone Soup Films. Prior to that, Sylvia was senior director of operations and production for PBS’s Brand Management & Promotion department. Her experience with professional associations has included the management of chapter relations, communications and fundraising for The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and Accountants for the Public Interest. Sylvia graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, with a degree in cultural anthropology. She enjoys traveling, a good book and nearly any outdoor activity.