MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

• Recruit, welcome, and retain members
• Plan events and outreach activities
• Conduct member surveys and needs assessments
• Develop outreach campaigns to raise awareness of WOEM's work

Emily holds Bachelor’s degrees in Emergency Management and Psychology from Northwest Missouri State University. Since 2021, she has served as an Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Aurora, Colorado. In her role, Emily leads continuity of operations planning (COOP), drives community outreach initiatives, and strengthens cross‑sector partnerships that support whole‑community resilience. Emily is known for her vibrant, people‑centered approach to emergency management. She has built a diverse and well‑connected professional network across the county and loves leveraging those relationships to support trainings, events, exercises, and collaborative preparedness efforts that boost the resilience of Aurora and neighboring communities. A bubbly extrovert at heart, Emily thrives on bringing people together and creating meaningful connections. She is excited to bring her enthusiasm, relationship‑building spirit, and passion for community to the Women of Emergency Management organization.

Emily Madden: emadden@auroragov.org

• Build, maintain, and leverage professional relationships amongst members
• Exchange information, resources, and support
• Accelerate career growth, uncover unadvertised opportunities, gain industry insights, and establish credibility. 
• Establish mutually beneficial connections and long-term, lasting partnerships.
• Plan events and outreach activities
• Develop outreach campaigns to raise awareness of WOEM's work

 Serena is an Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Specialist at Arapahoe County Public Health, where she strengthens community resilience through partnership-building, equitable preparedness planning, and community engagement. She began her public health career as a COVID-19 Case Investigator for Mesa County before moving into disease surveillance and later serving as the COVID-19 Operations Supervisor, overseeing critical response efforts during an unprecedented time. Her transition into EPR felt like a natural progression, offering valuable cross-training and the chance to support the broader public health system. Serena has led planning for individuals with access and functional needs, authored the department’s Crisis and Emergency Risk Communications (CERC) Plan, and serves as the Liaison Officer for the Public Health Incident Response and Support Team (PHIRST). She also serves on the leadership team for Women of Emergency Management, representing the Outreach and Membership Committee and fostering meaningful connections and professional support across the field. 

Serena Alvarado, salvarado@arpaoahoegov.com

• Manage internal and external communications
• Maintain website, social media, and newsletters
• Develop and maintain marketing and branding for the organization

 Lindsay Brown is an Emergency Preparedness and Response Specialist with Arapahoe County Public Health (ACPH), where she leads the training and exercise initiatives within the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program. Ms. Brown is a seasoned public health professional with expertise in emergency management, crisis response, and preparedness training. She holds a Master of Public Health from Baylor University and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences – Public Health from Northern Arizona University. In addition to her role at ACPH, Ms. Brown currently serves as a Reservist with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), supporting disaster response efforts across the country. Her contributions have been vital in national emergency operations, including deployments for Hurricane Idalia (2023) and Hurricane/Tropical Storm Helene (2024). Previously, Ms. Brown served as the Department Operations Center Coordinator at the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, where she played a key role in coordinating statewide emergency response activities. Her leadership was instrumental during major public health emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the Denver migrant response, and the Mpox outbreak. Her ongoing commitment to public health preparedness and her leadership in both local and national response efforts reflect a deep dedication to building resilient communities. 

Lindsay Brown, lbrown3@arapahoegov.com