Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Region

President's Letter

Dear Friends,

Welcome to LMA-Mid-Atlantic! Whether you are new to our association or have been with us for a while, we want to make sure that you feel welcome, supported, and inspired here. We want to provide you with ample opportunities and resources to connect with and learn from your peers. We want you to feel compelled to rave about us to your friends because of how much you’ve gained from being a part of this group.

When I first joined LMA many years ago, I was early on in my career. At first, I was in awe of how poised and knowledgeable everyone was. Honestly, it was a little discouraging too. I felt I had a long way to go before I could see myself at their level. However, what I should have noticed was that I had already taken the hardest step: getting started. The rest, as I came to learn, just sort of falls into place after that.

Being involved in this association motivated me to become a better professional and more conscientious individual. Some of my growth can be attributed to simple osmosis – picking up good habits and traits just by being in the orbit of our amazing members. Some of my growth can be attributed to the kindness and generosity of our members who willingly gave their time, connections, and wisdom to help a fellow marketer. Some of my growth can be attributed to the ample educational and networking opportunities provided by LMA which were varied and well-run. I learned that when I simply embraced the journey instead of focusing so much on my desired end result, success found me, often in unexpected ways.

At LMA, we are all about helping you find success that is meaningful to you. We want to put resources, people, and opportunities in front of you so that you can discover your own path forward. Your success means we are succeeding.

2023 was a banner year for our region under the leadership of Katie Burke. We are looking to build on that this year. What can you look forward to? Engaging in-person educational programs, entertaining in-person socials, convenient virtual programming, our signature regional conference, and a few other surprises along the way! We have an amazing Board in place of experienced members, young talent, and industry veterans already working to make sure we deliver a seamless and worthwhile member experience to you.

I am honored and humbled to serve as your president this year. If we’re not connected already, please send me a request on LinkedIn. If you have any suggestions on how LMA can serve you better, I would love to chat. Let me support you and help you achieve your goals!

All the best,

Arthur-Uratani Arthur Uratani
LMA Mid-Atlantic Region President
Director of Marketing & Outreach
Bookoff McAndrews PLLC

 

 

 

 

 

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LMA Regional Board Members

 

Arthur Uratani
Director of Marketing & Outreach
Bookoff McAndrews PLLC
Washington, DC


2024 President

Diana Dillon
Director of Marketing
Wiley Rein LLP
Washington, DC


2024 President-Elect

Katie Burke
Director of Client Service Teams & Programs
Crowell & Moring LLP
Washington, DC


2024 Immediate Past President

Lisa Rory
Senior Business Development Manager
Venable LLP
Washington, DC


2024 Treasurer

Erin Baxendale
Director of Business Development and Marketing
Sidley Austin LLP
Washington, DC


2024 Treasurer-Elect

Heather Shepherd
Business Development Manager
Wiley Rein LLP
Washington, DC


2024 Secretary

Carolyn Hennessey
Marketing Manager
DLA Piper LLP (US)
Washington, DC


2024 Director, Marketing & Communications

Kiara Hughes
Solutions Advisory Director, OnePlace
Marketing & Business Development, Intapp
Washington, DC


2024 Director-at-Large, Diversity & Advocacy

Alice Simons
Marketing Manager
DLA Piper LLP (US)
Washington, DC


2024 Director-at-Large, Membership

Michael Bond
Vice President - Media Relations
Blattel Communications
San Francisco, CA


2024 Co-Director-at-Large, Regional Programming

Carlos Diggs
Marketing Therapist & Drummer
Three Seas
Washington, DC


2024 Co-Director-at-Large, Regional Programming

Cassey Povtak
Business Development Manager
Covington & Burling LLP
Washington, DC


2024 Director-at-Large, Sponsorship

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