Charlia Acree, Ms, Pmp, Csm Cspo
About Charlia Acree, Ms, Pmp, Csm Cspo
Charlia Acree is a Creative Portfolio Manager at Fannie Mae in Washington, D.C., with a diverse background in strategic communications and nonprofit management.
Current Position at Fannie Mae
Charlia Acree currently holds the position of Creative Portfolio Manager at Fannie Mae in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, she focuses on managing and overseeing creative projects, ensuring they align with the organization's strategic objectives. She leverages her extensive background in communications and project management to drive innovation and enhance the company's creative processes.
Previous Role at AARP
From 2017 to 2021, Charlia Acree served as Advisor, Executive Communications at AARP in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. During her four-year tenure, she was responsible for advising on executive communications strategies, crafting messages that resonate with AARP's target audiences, and enhancing the overall communication effectiveness of the organization's leadership.
Educational Background
Charlia Acree's educational background is diverse and robust. She earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Management (Nonprofit and Association Management) from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication (Public Relations) from the University of Maryland. Additionally, she completed a certificate in Social Impact Storytelling from Georgetown University. Her high school education was completed at Saint John's College High School.
Certifications
Charlia Acree holds several professional certifications that underscore her expertise and commitment to excellence. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), as well as a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO). These certifications reflect her proficiency in project management and agile methodologies, enabling her to effectively lead and manage complex projects.
Experience in Strategic Communications
Charlia Acree has a rich background in strategic communications, having worked in various capacities including advisor, consultant, and manager. Notably, she served as a Strategic Communications Consultant at Disability Partnerships and as a Program Manager at The Myositis Association. Her roles have consistently involved developing and implementing strategic communication plans that drive community engagement and organizational impact.