Tara Sheehan

Tara Sheehan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in organizational leadership and membership management. Currently serving as Executive Director of the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management since 2010, Tara is instrumental in advancing the organization's mission to enhance public policy through research and education, overseeing activities such as the annual Fall Research Conference and the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management. Previous roles include Membership and Marketing Director at the Radio-Television Digital News Association and the United Motorcoach Association, where Tara focused on member engagement and advocacy. Earlier experience as a program assistant at the American Society for Microbiology provided a foundation in organizational dynamics. Tara holds a Master of Public Policy from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from New York University.