MARCEE AUDE
Lone Tree,CO
Summary
Accomplished leader in nonprofit healthcare advocacy, with a proven track record of managing multidisciplinary teams and developing innovative programs. Skilled in strategic planning and coalition building, effectively advancing legislative priorities and enhancing community engagement across diverse stakeholders.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President, Mission & Advocacy
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
Denver, CO
01.2022 - Current
- Lead advocacy, public policy, community engagement, and mission-focused initiatives across Colorado and Wyoming.
- Directed statewide advocacy and legislative initiatives focused on healthcare access, patient protections, and chronic disease policy reform.
- Led and supported successful policy efforts resulting in passage of key legislation, including: Seizure Safe Schools Act (HB21-1133), Specialty License Plate Bill (HB22-1014), Insurance Step Therapy Reform (HB22-1370), Medicaid Step Therapy Reform (HB23-1183), Epilepsy-Related Mortality Awareness (SB26-077).
- Cultivated strategic relationships with legislators, state agencies, healthcare systems, advocacy organizations, and coalition partners, enhancing policy advocacy efforts.
- Led advocacy engagement efforts with federal legislators through Teen Speak Up!, the National Epilepsy Foundation’s signature federal advocacy initiative in Washington, D.C.
- Oversaw statewide mission and advocacy initiatives, driving strategic planning, implementation, evaluation, and operational leadership to align with organizational goals.
- Managed multidisciplinary staff and volunteers across programs, advocacy initiatives, and statewide events.
- Developed innovative and nationally recognized programs, including youth leadership camps and mental health initiatives supporting individuals living with epilepsy.
- Collaborated with executive leadership and Board members to align advocacy priorities with organizational strategy and mission objectives.
- Increased organizational visibility and influence by fostering strategic partnerships and engaging in coalitions to amplify advocacy efforts.
- Strengthened advocacy infrastructure and community participation across Colorado and Wyoming.
- Helped position the organization as a recognized voice in statewide healthcare and rare disease advocacy efforts.
- Progressively promoted through leadership roles within a statewide nonprofit healthcare organization serving individuals and families impacted by epilepsy.
Director of Community Initiatives
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
Denver, CO
01.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Program Manager
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
Denver, CO
01.2007 - 01.2018
Interim Executive Director
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Managed day-to-day operations, budgeting, fundraising, and staff leadership for six-person team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Directed the organization through executive transition and restructuring efforts.
- Partnered closely with the Board of Directors, Professional Advisory Board, and national leadership during transition planning.
- Steered organizational operations through Intent to Merge process with National Epilepsy Foundation, facilitating collaboration and integration.
- Ensured continuity of community partnerships, mission delivery, and communications during leadership transition, preserving stakeholder trust and engagement.
- Supported onboarding and transition of incoming Executive Director.
Social Worker
Department of Human Services & Project Pathfinder, Inc.
, MN
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Performed therapy services and psychosexual evaluations in juvenile justice programs, contributing to informed decision-making for youth rehabilitation.
- Oversaw complex family support cases regarding child welfare and abuse/neglect findings, ensuring comprehensive support and resources for affected families.
- Delivered case management, counseling, and therapeutic services to vulnerable children, families, and court-involved youth, enhancing support across social service and mental health settings.
- Collaborated with courts, multidisciplinary teams, schools, and community agencies to support client outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Psychology & Counseling
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MNBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Criminal Justice
Iowa State University
Ames, IASkills
- Government relations and advocacy
- Public policy strategy
- Healthcare advocacy
- Coalition building
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic partnerships
- Executive leadership
- Strategic planning
- Program development
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid
- Volunteer Management Certification — Spark the Change Colorado
- Seizure Recognition & First Aid Instructor Training
- Still Quiet Place Mindfulness Program Certification
Board And Community Leadership
- Vice Chair & Member, Colorado Rare Disease Advisory Council, Provide leadership and strategic guidance on rare disease policy priorities and patient advocacy initiatives across Colorado.
- Advisory Committee Member, Chronic Care Collaborative (CCC), Provide support to the CCC as an advisory committee member in their efforts to evaluate and develop a sustainable membership model.
- Member, Colorado Patients Taking Action (COPTA), Collaborate with a coalition of patients, healthcare providers, and advocates to amplify patient voices in healthcare policy.
- Volunteer Gala Sponsorship Coordinator, SkyView Academy Foundation, Increased sponsorship revenue fivefold between 2023–2024 through strategic donor outreach and partnership development.
- Leadership Award Recipient, Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
Timeline
Vice President, Mission & Advocacy
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
01.2022 - Current
Director of Community Initiatives
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
01.2018 - 01.2022
Interim Executive Director
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
08.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Program Manager
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming
01.2007 - 01.2018
Social Worker
Department of Human Services & Project Pathfinder, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2007
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Psychology & Counseling
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Criminal Justice
Iowa State University