Originally from Northern Michigan, Emalie is a devout Catholic who brings over a decade of experience in advancement and donor relations to her role as Director of Advancement at GIVEN. Her career includes senior positions in advancement and alumni relations across several mission-driven organizations. Emalie is a seasoned public speaker and has a proven track record of strengthening donor engagement and fostering relationships that inspire generosity.

A proud GIVEN alumna of the 2022 Leadership Forum and Year of Mentorship, Emalie continues to grow her own GIVEN action plan, The Cantor Coach, offering professional vocal coaching and faith-centered resources for cantors, church choirs, and parish musicians. She feels deeply humbled to now serve on the GIVEN team, helping women discover and embrace their own God-given gifts and talents.

In her free time, Emalie enjoys traveling with her husband and young daughter, and spending time outdoors.

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” — Matthew 7:7-8