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**Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE**  
 Executive Director  
 National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners  
 New York City

Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE, has more than 25 years of association experience. Today, as executive director of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, she says she strives to contribute her passion for strategic thinking and activation, ideation and innovation in products and services, and member engagement every single day. Here is a glimpse at her career journey so far:

> I’ve always been a serious lifelong learner, which I credit with getting me where I am today.—Cate Brennan, MBA, CAE, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

**A Working History**

**1989–1996** Membership Services Director at Promotional Products Association International

**1996–1998** Vice President of Member Services at Automotive Services Association

**1999–2002** Business Development Officer at Canadian Consulate General

**2002–2013** Associate Executive Director of Policy and Advocacy at National Athletic Trainers’ Association

**2013–** Executive Director at National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners

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