APRA STAFF |
APRA staff is here to help serve you, our valuable member! We are so pleased that you have chosen to commit your valuable time as a professional to the Park & Recreation industry. Staff play an essential role in the delivery of service to APRA members. Creating professional development and networking opportunities, member communications, website and event details, managing funds and ensuring the policies of the Association are followed. We are here to help you so don't hesitate to reach out anytime! The best way to reach us is via email as we are frequently out of the office attending meetings and events around the state, listed below you will find each staff members bio and contact information. |
Kade is an accomplished professional with a background in
recreation management and event coordination. He holds a Bachelor's degree in
Parks, Recreation, Tourism, from the University of Utah and is a Certified
Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP). Kade has served in pivotal roles
throughout his career in the private, nonprofit, and government sectors and is
eager to apply his diverse skill-set to the role of Executive Director. |
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Joe is a skilled professional with a background in parks and recreation management and special events. Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Joe began his career with the Tucson Parks and Recreation Department in August of 2012, right out of high school. He quickly advanced within the department and spent the past six years as a Program Coordinator, overseeing numerous special events and activities, including the Tucson Senior Olympics Festival.
Joe has also been actively involved with the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association since 2021. He served as a representative for the South Region on the APRA Young Professional Committee for two years, followed by two years as the elected Young Professional Chair on the APRA Board. In addition, he contributed to the APRA Awards Committee and the Programming Committee. Joe recently earned his Health and Wellness Specialist Certificate from Pima Community College in Tucson this past May. As the new Program and Membership Coordinator with APRA, Joe's personality and ability to network make him an ideal fit for the role.
Joe loves all sports and enjoys playing in a numerous amount of sports leagues in his free time. He also loves outdoor recreation such as hiking, hunting and fishing.
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Ecstatic to be joining APRA as the Marketing and Events Coordinator, Anahi has a deep passion for community and public service. She began her journey in Parks and Recreation with the City of Casa Grande at the age of 19 in 2021, where she discovered a love for recreation while serving as the Marketing and Events Aide alongside her incredible team. The impact of the programming on the Casa Grande community only fueled her passion for serving and continuing to grow her skills in the field. Her co-created program won the Outstanding Adaptive Recreation and Special Event awards for populations of 25,000 to 99,000 from APRA in 2023. With expertise in visuals, brand identity, strategic marketing, and event planning, Anahi looks forward to elevating APRA and its mission.
Anahi is on track to complete her Bachelor’s degree in Communications, followed by a Master’s degree in Public Relations. She is also the owner of a multimedia company that has contributed to successful political campaigns, lifestyle portraits, and small-business marketing since 2018. In her rare free time, Anahi enjoys live music shows, hiking, and traveling with her favorite people. As an Arizona native, she cherishes the beauty and vibrancy of her home state and is excited to continue contributing to its dynamic community.
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