Executive Director
Jehan "Gigi" Sutton, MBA
Jehan "Gigi" Sutton, MBA
Executive Director
Gigi Sutton is the executive director of ACES and resides in the Chicagoland area. With many years of experience managing various trade and professional associations throughout her career, Gigi is actively involved with organizations such as ASAE and the Association Forum Chicago. She is also the president of the Gilberts Town Center Homeowners Association. When she's not working or volunteering, Gigi enjoys reading, cooking, and especially traveling with her husband and daughter.
Professional Development Manager
Maria Coxwell, CMP
Maria Coxwell, CPM
Professional Development Manager
Maria Coxwell is a certified meeting professional with more than 15 years of experience in event planning and program management. She specializes in creating impactful learning experiences, both in person and virtually, and enjoys collaborating with volunteer committees and subject matter experts to develop content that is timely, relevant, and engaging.
Passionate about professional development, she is committed to helping individuals achieve their goals through high-quality learning opportunities. Maria holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Georgia State University and lives in upstate South Carolina with her husband and two dogs.
In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, biking, and relaxing with a good book. She is currently working on visiting all of the U.S. national parks.
Editor/Membership Coordinator
Christine Steele
Christine Steele
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Event Coordinator
Abby Foss is the event coordinator for ACES with a background in non-profit event and program management.
She has a degree in art history and arts management that kickstarted her love for non-profit work. She currently lives in Chicago and is volunteering for her local adoptee community organization. In her free time, Abby loves reading, sewing for historical costuming, and trying out other various creative hobbies.
Event Coordinator
Abby Foss
Abby Foss
Event Coordinator
Abby Foss is the event coordinator for ACES with a background in non-profit event and program management.
She has a degree in art history and arts management that kickstarted her love for non-profit work. She currently lives in Chicago and is volunteering for her local adoptee community organization. In her free time, Abby loves reading, sewing for historical costuming, and trying out other various creative hobbies.