Ms. Menis has worked in advancement for both public and private P-20 educational institutions, in association management, and for area not-for-profits for over 30 years. She most recently directed the Annual Giving program at the College of DuPage. Previously Ms. Menis also served as Director of School Advancement for Science & Arts Academy and as the Executive Director of the National School Foundation Association. From 2010-2013 she helped support the A+ Foundation and a collaborative community initiative with West Aurora School District 129, “Aurora Regional Pathways to Prosperity”, in partnership with Harvard Graduate School of Education and Jobs for the Future. She also served as Director of Community Relations at Naperville School District 203 (Oct. 2003–July 2010).