How I Got Here: Brandi Gerew, CAE

Associations Now March/April 2018 Issue

Brandi Garew, CAE, started as a gymnastics coach, but today she’s a senior association manager. A look at her career path so far.

Brandi Gerew, CAE
Senior Association Manager
Capitol Hill Management Services, Inc.
Raleigh, North Carolina

Brandi Gerew, CAE, says every job she’s held—from working with children to working with association boards—has required effective listening skills. “Sometimes you may think you know exactly what they need, but be sure to listen,” she says. “That’s where you’ll find the opportunities for growth.” A glimpse at her career journey:

If you’re able to bring collective knowledge back to your association’s board, you’ll be instrumental in helping them succeed.
—Brandi Gerew, CAE, Capital Hill Management Services, Inc.

A Working History

2001 - 2002 Children’s Gymnastics Coach at YMCA

2007 - 2008 Office Manager at StrikeIron

2008 - 2010 Accounting Specialist/Office Manager at Sunquest Information Systems

2010 - 2016 Association Manager/Accounting Specialist at Association Management, Inc.

2016 - Present Senior Association Manager at Capitol Hill Management Services, Inc.