Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE
Executive Director
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
New York City

Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE, has more than 25 years of association experience. Today, as executive director of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, she says she strives to contribute her passion for strategic thinking and activation, ideation and innovation in products and services, and member engagement every single day. Here is a glimpse at her career journey so far:

I've always been a serious lifelong learner, which I credit with getting me where I am today.—Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

A Working History

1989–1996 Membership Services Director at Promotional Products Association International

1996–1998 Vice President of Member Services at Automotive Services Association

1999–2002 Business Development Officer at Canadian Consulate General

2002–2013 Associate Executive Director of Policy and Advocacy at National Athletic Trainers’ Association

2013– Executive Director at National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners