Board of Directors

The Beta Alpha Psi Board of Directors is comprised of esteemed financial information professionals and distinguished professors specializing in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, and Digital Technology. This dedicated team also includes the chair of our Professional Partners and two alumni representatives, selected from recent graduates who were actively engaged in Beta Alpha Psi chapters.

We are deeply grateful for the invaluable service and commitment of our Board members, whose collective expertise and passion significantly enhance our mission to empower and develop the next generation of business leaders. Their leadership and dedication ensure that Beta Alpha Psi continues to provide exceptional opportunities and support to our members.

 

Dr. Raymond Elson
President
Michael Brown
President-elect
Dr. Patricia Poli, CPA
Past-President
Dr. Brian L. McGuire
Director of Administration
Dr. Mehmet C. Kocakülah
Director of Global Activities
Paul Short, CPA
At‑Large Director of Business, Technology & Analytics
Lindsay Patterson,
CIA, CPA
Director At-large
Kelly Rath, SHRM-SCP
Professional Partners Chair
Sarah Jordan
Professional Partners Chair-elect
Tammy Perri, CPA
3rd-year Chapter Advocate
Dr. Amelia Hart, CPA
3rd‑year Chapter Advocate
Chad Kelsey
3rd-year Alumni Advocate
Amber Young
2nd-year Alumni Advocate

Hear what our Professional Partners think about BAP!

I’ve seen firsthand how BAP empowers accounting students with leadership, networking, and career opportunities. Their partnership with IMA is invaluable in helping students succeed. 

Mary Patterson
Senior Manager Academic Relations
Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)