Mary Ellen Howard

Mary Ellen Howard has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Mary Ellen began their career in 2000 as a Supported Employment Manager at Mattingly Edge and then moved on to work as a Program Manager at Day Spring from 2001 to 2006. At Day Spring, they coordinated the move-in process for residents and led a team of Direct Care Professionals. From 2006 to 2019, Mary Ellen served as the Marketing & Events Manager at Day Spring, where they designed collaterals and managed donor communications.

In 2011, they worked as a Graphic Design Consultant at WaterStep. In 2019, Mary Ellen joined Volunteers of America Mid-States as the Communications & Creative Services Manager, overseeing visual branding and providing event support. Mary Ellen later held the positions of Director of Communications & Marketing and Senior Director of Communications & Marketing at the same company.

Overall, Mary Ellen Howard has demonstrated expertise in communications, marketing, event coordination, graphic design, and program management throughout their career.

Mary Ellen Howard completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology at the University of Louisville from 1993 to 1998. Mary Ellen then pursued a Master of Science degree in Social Work at the University of Louisville Kent School of Social Work from 1999 to 2002. Later, from 2009 to 2012, they obtained an Associate's degree in Graphic Design from Jefferson Community and Technical College.