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How I Got Here: Kristin Witters
The manager of member services at the National Association of College and University Business Officers in Washington, DC takes a trip down memory lane.
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Kristin Witters’ career began almost 18 years ago when she worked as a hostess at a 1950s-themed diner. As the current manager of member services for the National Association of College and University Business Officers, she says every job—even one that required her to wear a poodle skirt—has left her with at least one takeaway.
A great supervisor can have almost the same impact on you as a great teacher.
Two that have stayed with her: “Preschoolers can teach you a lot about patience and the impact you have on a daily basis” and “A great supervisor can have almost the same impact on you as a great teacher.”
1995–1996: Hostess at 1950s-themed diner
1996–2000: Resident assistant while in college
2000–2002: Graduate assistant during grad school (residence life and student organizations)
2002–2004: Student-development coordinator at for-profit institution
2004–2005: Preschool teacher
2005–2008: Membership associate at the American Council on Eduacation
2008–: Manager of member services at the National Association of College and University Business Officers
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