Director of Strategic Partnerships at AIP Publishing (2026-03 – 2026-08)
Directed strategic growth initiatives across AIP Publishing's Publishing Partnerships and Conference Proceedings programs, advancing new partnerships while strengthening relationships with existing strategic partners. Spearheaded the commercial repositioning of Conference Proceedings, developing the business-development, pricing, revenue, customer acquisition, and operational frameworks to support its evolution from an operational service toward a strategic publishing business. Worked across editorial, operations, technology, finance, legal, and marketing to advance growth initiatives, strengthen customer and partner value, and expand AIP Publishing's strategic presence within the global scientific publishing community.
- Led the strategic repositioning of the Conference Proceedings program, developing the commercial framework, pricing strategy, margin models, revenue forecasts, customer acquisition approach, and operational processes needed to evolve the program from an operational service into a strategic publishing business.
- Built a structured strategic partnership pipeline to identify, qualify, prioritize, and advance new opportunities with scientific societies, research institutions, conference organizers, and other publishing organizations.
- Strengthened strategic relationships with existing publishing partners, engaging executive stakeholders, identifying opportunities for portfolio expansion, and developing strategies to enhance partner value and long-term growth.
- Developed business development and partnership strategies spanning prospect identification, opportunity qualification, negotiation, and contract execution, establishing a more disciplined approach to partnership growth.
- Developed commercial strategies for Conference Proceedings including pricing, margin analysis, revenue forecasting, and customer acquisition plans designed to support sustainable growth.
- Led partnership negotiations and strategic discussions with societies, institutions, and conference organizers, aligning emerging opportunities with AIP Publishing's financial objectives, publishing standards, and long-term strategy.
- Assessed emerging opportunities across the scholarly publishing landscape, including society publishing, institutional initiatives, open research, and new scientific communities, translating market intelligence into potential growth opportunities.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives involving editorial, operations, technology, finance, legal, and marketing teams to advance partnerships, improve workflows, and establish the infrastructure for future growth.
Director of Publishing Development at AIP Publishing (2014-12 – 2026-02)
Directed the strategic vision for a portfolio of scientific and academic publications, championing innovation, expanding market reach, and advancing editorial excellence. Partnered with cross-functional teams including editorial, technology, marketing, and operations to enhance content quality, improve user experience, and strengthen brand impact. Cultivated strong relationships with Member Societies and key stakeholders to align strategic initiatives with organizational goals and drive business growth.
- Product & Portfolio Management: Led the development, launch, and continuous enhancement of publishing products, ensuring high standards of quality, relevance, and market impact.
- Team Leadership: Managed and mentored Associate Publishers and Managers, fostering a high-performance culture centered on innovation, accountability, and professional development.
- Market Strategy & Growth: Collaborated with marketing and operations teams to increase author engagement, identify new revenue opportunities, and expand publications into emerging markets.
- Financial Stewardship: Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for the publishing portfolio, ensuring profitability while supporting strategic growth initiatives.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Served as a trusted advisor to Member Society executive leadership and editorial committees, incorporating stakeholder perspectives into AIP Publishing's strategic direction.
- Research Integrity & Compliance: Advanced research integrity and ethical publishing standards by ensuring compliance with editorial policies, peer review governance, data privacy requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
- Innovation & Process Optimization: Drove editorial innovation and operational improvements by introducing new content features, streamlining workflows, and implementing process enhancements that increased efficiency and customer value.
Journal Manager at AIP Publishing (2014-01 – 2014-11)
Managed a portfolio of academic journals, ensuring editorial excellence, content development, and successful publishing operations. Collaborated closely with editors, Member Society staff, and cross-functional teams to drive journal growth and align with organizational goals.
- Editorial & Content Strategy: Worked with journal editors and editorial boards to define the journal's direction, develop content strategies, and implement editorial policies.
- Stakeholder Relations: Built and maintained strong relationships with Member Society staff, editors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with business and publishing objectives.
- Financial Management: Oversaw journal P&L, monitoring financial performance, setting budgets, and ensuring profitability.
- Marketing & Outreach: Collaborated with marketing teams to create strategic campaigns aimed at increasing author submissions, readership, and overall journal visibility.
- Process Improvement: Streamlined publication workflows, ensuring timely publication schedules and high-quality peer review processes.
- Conference & Community Engagement: Represented the journal at industry conferences, engaging with the academic community to promote journals and develop author networks.
Partner Relations Manager at AIP Publishing (2010-10 – 2013-12)
Managed and strengthened relationships with publishing partners to support business growth, operational excellence, and successful journal management. Worked collaboratively across departments to ensure seamless execution of publishing projects and aligned partner goals with organizational objectives.
- Partner Liaison: Acted as the primary point of contact for Member Societies and publishing partners, ensuring smooth communication and addressing strategic, operational, and editorial needs.
- Business Development: Identified new opportunities to expand partnerships and provided recommendations for product and service enhancements to drive revenue growth.
- Operational Support: Coordinated with internal teams (e.g., editorial, production, marketing) to ensure the efficient execution of publishing projects and adherence to business goals.
- Reporting & Analysis: Prepared and delivered comprehensive reports, including financial performance, usage statistics, and other key metrics, to both partners and internal stakeholders.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborated with partners to develop long-term publishing strategies, ensuring alignment with market trends and organizational priorities.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Attended meetings and conferences with journal editorial boards and partner leadership to provide operational and strategic support for journal growth and development.
Client Services Coordinator at AIP Publishing (2009-03 – 2010-09)
- Streamlined project management processes by coordinating between operations, development, and client-facing teams.
- Managed division databases for project tracking, ensuring timely communication and updates.
- Assisted with business planning, service contracts, and renewal agreements.
Operations Manager at Bristol Consulting (2007-09 – 2009-03)
- Led operations for HQ, managing HR, sales, marketing, and technical support functions.
- Conducted full-charge bookkeeping and managed monthly cash flow.
- Oversaw a research team supporting the sales department and facilitated the rollout of a new recruiting database.
Office Manager at Endeavor Capital Management Group (2005-06 – 2007-04)
- Provided administrative support for senior management, managing scheduling, HR, and investor relations.
- Coordinated office relocation efforts and handled payroll and benefits.
Paralegal/Office Manager at Law Office of Michael D'Amelio
