Meet the current board members of Ad 2 Madison. If you want to meet the board and learn more about Ad 2 Madison, come see us at one of our events.
Kara Rheingans
President
Job: Communications Manager at the UW Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication
What do you do for the Ad 2 Board? As President of Ad 2 Madison, I lead our club and maintain our relationship with Ad 2 National.
What is your favorite thing about being part of Ad 2? My favorite thing is all of the fun events! Ad 2 events are a great way to broaden your horizons and learn something new while also getting to know people that you might not otherwise meet.
What was your first concert? My first concert was Carrie Underwood at Country USA.
Allison Kelley
Immediate Past President
Job: Content Specialist at KennedyC
What do you do for the Ad 2 Board? I manage communications for our club by updating the website, coordinating the blog, and sending our email newsletter to keep our members up-to-date on our exciting news and events. I also assist the president with any club operations needs.
What is your favorite part of Ad2? Ad 2 is an opportunity to surround yourself with like-minded people who are passionate about the work that they do. I’ve had the opportunity to network with some amazing young professionals and fuel my own passion for the field of work. I owe my current job to Ad 2!
What was your first concert? My first concert (and first love) was Aaron Carter!
Grace Davenport
Membership Chair
Job: Project Manager at TDS Telecommunications
What do you do for the Ad 2 Board? As the Membership Chair of Ad 2 Madison, I keep track of our current membership numbers and work to recruit new Ad 2 members through outreach efforts in the Madison community.
What is your favorite thing about being part of Ad 2? My favorite part of Ad 2 is learning new skills and meeting new friends. I had never written a press release, entered a national advertising competition, or planned and coordinated in-person/virtual events before I joined Ad 2. I have gotten lifelong friends and many jobs through this small but mighty organization.
What was your first concert? My first concert was Aretha Franklin when I was 7!
