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Dan Hoover is the director of operations for the Filene Research Institute. His entrepreneurial experiences include being a vital part of a start-up software company where he was director of operations, handling all aspects of the business, including project management, facilities, human resources, internal IT/IS, budgets, customer service and sales/marketing. Dan also has familiarity with credit unions with 12 years of industry experience. He was the Manager of the CUNA Councils for CUNA Affiliates. Additionally, Dan was a branch manager for UW Credit Union in Madison, WI where he was a part of the team to introduce the retail branch experience.
Andrea Nilsen is the director of membership for the Filene Research Institute. Prior to joining Filene, Andrea was director of championships and events at the University of Wisconsin Department of Athletics. While there she was involved with all aspects of event planning for a range of events including the 2006 NCAA Ice Hockey Championship in Milwaukee and the 2002 NCAA Men’s Basketball Midwest Regionals held at the Kohl Center in Madison. Originally from Southern California, Andrea moved to Madison, WI in 1989 when she took a position as the assistant women’s volleyball coach for the Wisconsin Badgers.
Marnie Renteria is the Relationships Project Manager for the Filene Research Institute. She serves as the key contact for all Research Fellows, Research Council and i3 members. Marnie is also in charge of Filene sponsored event planning. Prior to Filene, Marnie was the Director of Client Relations and Marketing for a representative at an insurance and investment company. In her spare time, she enjoys catching up on her food blog.
Monica Titley is the project manager at Filene where she is accountable for the overall management of Filene’s innovation lab and serves as a key point person for Filene's publication portfolio. Additionally, she manages innovation media communications, publications, and program/project inquiries. Prior to joining the Filene team, Monica experienced a number of opportunities, including development and real estate within a growing wind development company, and she handled all aspects of a clothing manufacturing company as general manager including, project management, human resources, accounting, financials, business development, and marketing.
Krystal Wumkes is an integral part of the Institute, Krystal Wumkes is involved in all aspects of running the Institute. From invoicing and database management, to expense tracking and performance goal measurements, Krystal coordinates key elements of revenue collection and operational efficiency. Prior to joining Filene, Krystal was in the advertising, marketing, and human resource industries. Her puppy, Jackson, volleyball, and photography hobby keep her busy outside of work.
