Executive Director
David A. Lichter, D.Min.
As Executive Director, David is the representative of the Board of Directors in the management of the Corporation pursuant to the Constitution and Bylaws and in accordance with its mission, vision and values. He is directly accountable to the Board of Directors in the implementation of the strategic plan and overall management of the corporation. He provides leadership, strategic visioning, and guidance of NACC activities, and also represents the NACC to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, professional chaplain organizations, and other community agencies.
Director of Operations
Kathy Eldridge
Kathy oversees the daily operations of the national office. This includes management of Human Resources, the assignment and monitoring of work flow, supervision of support staff, and, in consultation with the Executive Director, other duties relative to the overall operation of personnel and facilities.
Director of Education and Professional Practice
Susanne Chawszczewski, Ph.D.
Susanne is responsible for all matters and activities related to the professional education of membership in order to support members in meeting current standards of practice and maintaining certification. She arranges education opportunities, plans conferences, and coordinates the provision of educational resources through the National Office.
Administrative Specialist/Certification
Rose Mary Blanco-Alvarado
Rose Mary (known as "Mar") carries out matters and activities related to the certification and renewal of certification of chaplains and supervisors under the direction of the Director of Operations and in conjunction with the National Certification Commission. In particular she processes certification and renewal of certification requests, updates member records, requests ecclesiastical endorsement letters, orders and prints certificates, and sends renewal of certification notices.
Executive Assistant
Cindy Bridges
Cindy is responsible for preparing travel arrangements, accommodations, and meeting schedules. She is also responsible for corresponding with, making arrangements for, and providing documentation to the Board of Directors in preparation for its business meetings. She works closely with the NACC staff in assuring that members’ needs are being met.
Vision Editor
Laurie Hansen Cardona
Laurie is the editor of Vision, the serial publication of the NACC. She has years of experience in Catholic press, including the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s Catholic Herald, both as journalist and later managing editor, and with Catholic News Service.
Administrative Specialist/Special Projects
Philip Paradowski
Phil is the IT Network Administrator and the Webmaster for the NACC site. In addition, he provides clerical and computer support in all matters and activities relating to special projects, including the national conference, annual appeal, and other tasks/projects within the Strategic Plan.
Administrative Specialist/Finances
Sue Walker
Sue carries out matters and activities related to finances for the association. She assists the Executive Director in his work with the association treasurer, financial advisors, and the Board of Directors in stewarding the resources of the NACC. In particular she manages the budget process and handles the association bookkeeping and basic accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, taxes, and so forth.