EMIL MARA

Emil Mara joined APTS in February 2010. As Vice President of Finance and Administration, Emil manages the financial affairs of the association and oversees day-to-day management of the administrative functions. He also ensures the continuing innovation of the financial and technology operations.

Prior to joining APTS, Emil served as the Chief Financial Officer at the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards in Washington, DC, where he was responsible for oversight, development and implementation of accounting controls, financial reporting and analysis. Previously, Emil was the Senior Vice President of Operations and Finance for the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association, where he directed the oversight of operational functions for the organization. He also served as Controller for the American Petroleum Institute, where he was responsible for financial operations.

Emil graduated with honors from Georgetown University with a B.S. in Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He is also a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and a member of American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).