Committee Members

The Greeting Card Association has multiple standing committees in which GCA member employees may participate. Read below for who serves on each committee.

Committee appointments are generally for one year, with the option to continue for additional years or move to different committees. There is also the option for project-based work, for those who prefer a shorter commitment. Interested in volunteering on a committee? Fill out this form. Have questions? Email gca@greetingcard.org.

** BOLD indicates Committee Chair

Noted: The Greeting Card Expo Committee – Committee members work with the Chair and Co-Chair to assist with the general promotion of the event, the selling of exhibit space, development of educational panels, finding the right location for future Noted events, and much more.

First Name Last Name Organization
Christy Asper Paper Baristas
LeeAnn  Brissett Add Pink and Stir
Alexandra Burrow Sublime & Co.
Jason Carberry Fine Moments
Amy Frazer Keller Design Co
Jan Golden Age Friendly Vibes
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Kate Murray Quick Brown Fox Letterpress
David Phipps Avanti Press, Inc.
Sarah Schwartz Stationery Trends
John Smyth A Smyth Co.
Brigida Swanson Yardia
Brad Woods Maginating
George White Up With Paper
Katie Biely Biely & Shoaf
Kim Shannon Neenah Paper
Mitzi  Sampson Ampersand M Studio
Debbie Jones Heavenly Debbie
Alyson O’Connor Rust Belt Love
Nicki Ball Mary Engelbreit
Lauren-Ashley Barnes Pineapple Sunday Studio

 

 

Workshop & Retreat Committee – Committee members work with the Chair and Co-Chair to help plan the agenda, spot talented presenters, and identify new programming all while improving the overall attendee experience.

First Name Last Name Organization
Fred Stancer UPC Displays
Christy Asper Paper Baristas
Monika Brandrup Up With Paper
Jason Carberry Fine Moments
Sue Charlier Leader Paper
Daniel Deardorff Ecological Fibers, Inc.
Jory Kate Haslett Leanin’ Tree, Inc.
Lindsay Henry Inklings Paperie
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Kate Murray Quick Brown Fox Letterpress
Sarah Schwartz Stationery Trends
Mary Beth Sibert American Greetings Corporation
Mike Smith Crown Point Graphics
Brad Woods Maginating

 

Louie Awards Committee – The Louie Awards Committee develops thematic branding and collateral, leads the GCA’s planning, logistics, and promotion efforts, recruits judges and paid/in-kind sponsors. It works with Associate members and coordinates with GCA staff on logistics and budget.

First Name Last Name Organization
Christy Asper Paper Baristas
Alexandra Burrow Sublime & Co.
Michele Byrne paper and stuff
Sue Charlier Leader Paper
Andrew Fegler That is so Andrew
Fern Gimbelman Designer Greetings, Inc.
Karen Kennedy and the moon will rise
Tanja Konwinski Rose Hollow Designs
Loo McNulty Happy Just Happy
Kate Murray Quick Brown Fox Letterpress
Alyson O’Connor Rust Belt Love
Mitzi Sampson Ampersand M Studio
Sarah Schwartz Stationery Trends
Mary Beth Sibert American Greetings Corporation
Ashley Sutton Hustle & Hope
Sadie Teper Twentysome Design
Brad Woods Maginating
LeeAnn  Brissett Add Pink and Stir
Jory Haslett Leanin’ Tree
Dana Lynch Blue Kite Press
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Katie Biely Biely & Shoaf
Robyn Kozlowski R is for Robo
Kathryn Christenson She Said It Cards
Nicki Ball Mary Engelbreit

 

Membership Committee – This committee continues to introduce new members to the GCA and is looking for help in maintaining that momentum. Add your voice and energy to new initiatives and help shape the future of new and existing programs.

First Name Last Name Organization
Nicky Burton Calypso Cards
Sue Charlier Leader Paper
Mike DeClouet Designer Greetings, Inc.
Alan Harnik Notes & Queries, Inc.
Carlos LLanso Legacy Publishing Group (Seedlings)
Dana Lynch Blue Kite Press
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Kate Murray Quick Brown Fox Letterpress
Mike Smith Crown Point Graphics
John Smyth A Smyth Co.
Grace Kim Sandesa 
Jane Smith Freckled Jane Ink

 

Public Affairs Committee – The GCA’s relationship with legislators and the USPS is better than ever thanks to the hard work of this committee. Help us continue to strengthen our relationship with the government and promote the importance of card-sending via the USPS.

First Name Last Name Organization
Erin Brower Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Marina Kishkovich Ampersand M Studio
Carlos LLanso Legacy Publishing Group (Seedlings)
Dana Lynch Blue Kite Press
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Rafe Morrissey Morrissey Strategic
Sarah Schwartz Stationery Trends
Tom Shoaf Biely & Shoaf
David Stover Stover, David
Kimberly Thomas Kimberly’s Arts and Crafts
George White Up With Paper

 

PR and Communications Committee – This committee is crucial in developing sales and marketing plans for Noted: The Greeting Card Expo, including social media, advertising, and more. Committee members will also help develop engagement and marketing strategies for Thinking of You Week,” the annual USPS Holiday Marketing Campaign, and the GCA Louie Awards.

First Name Last Name Organization
Tina Chapman American Greetings Corporation
Jan Golden Age Friendly Vibes
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
Jessica Noble Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Diana Parker Betsie Cards
Dave Phipps Avanti Press
Chelsea Romero Designer Greetings, Inc.
Sarah Schwartz Stationery Trends
Amy Zhang Shop Amy Zhang

 

Thinking of You Week Committee – Committee members work with the Chair to assist with the general promotion of the event and development of any promotional materials. Add your voice and energy to new initiatives and help shape the future of this international movement to celebrate the joy of sending and receiving hand-written notes and greeting cards.

First Name Last Name Organization
Nicky Burton Calypso Cards
Janine Kwoh Kwohtations
Carlos LLanso Legacy Publishing Group (Seedlings)
Amy Loewenberg NY Now /Emerald Expositions
Andy Meehan Designer Greetings, Inc.
David Phipps Avanti Press, Inc.
Ashleigh Pritchard CharmCat Creative LLC

 

 

 

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