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Who We Are

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What is ACC?

The American Connection Corps (ACC) is a program of Lead For America, a national nonprofit organization focused on building a leadership force of moral, dynamic, and locally-rooted leaders committed to serving the communities they call home in every corner of this country. ACC is Lead For America’s boots-on-the-ground service corps, aimed at activating local leaders in rural and emerging communities to tackle critical, bi-partisan challenges to advance economic prosperity. Through ACC, Lead For America ensures that national service opportunities are indeed available in “every corner of this country.” 

 

As a program of Lead For America, American Connection Corps shares LFA’s 501c(3) status, as well as a talented executive team overseeing financial and operational management.

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Meet The Team

AMERICAN CONNECTION CORPS
PROGRAM STAFF

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Communications Officer

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VP of Civic Ventures

ACC Founder

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Senior Manager of Recruitment and Selection

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Recruitment and Selection Associate

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Director of Programs

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Program Officer

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Community Partnerships Manager

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Program Officer

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Director of National Service

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VP of Government Relations

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LEAD FOR AMERICA SHARED STAFF

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Staff Accountant

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Senior Vice President

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Senior Communications Strategy Advisor

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Chief of Staff

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Senior Advisor

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Contracts Manager

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Team
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