Christine Berman Named New Superintendent of Finance and Administrative Business Services
The Winnetka Park District recently hired Christine Berman as the new Superintendent of Finance and Administrative Business Services for the District. Previously, Berman most recently was employed by the accounting firm of Lauterbach & Amen as an Assistant Director of Finance assigned to the Village of Glenview. Prior to that, she spent 8 years at the Park Ridge Park District as the Superintendent of Business and Finance.
“Christine comes to us with some great municipal government background,” said Executive Director John Muno. “We are looking for her to make great strides as we work on improving our business operations, budget process, financial reporting and long range planning and financial forecasting.”
Ms. Berman has a BS degree in Political Science and Organizational Communication from Carroll College and a Master of Arts in Public Administration from Northern Illinois University.
Kelsey Raftery Named New Marketing Brand Manager
The Winnetka Park District recently hired Kelsey Raftery as the new Marketing Brand Manager for the District. Previously, Raftery was employed by SmartWatt, an energy services company, as their Director of Marketing.
“Kelsey has had an accelerated career at SmartWatt and was a major influence on their rapid business growth. She rose within the executive ranks of their company from intern to department head, said Executive Director John Muno. “Her overall understanding of marketing strategies, combined with her experience with brand development and lead generation in this digital marketing age, will help build upon our marketing foundation and guide it to the next level.”
Ms. Raftery has a BS degree in Business Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Mary Cherveny Named New Administrative Services Manager
The Winnetka Park District recently named Mary Cherveny to the post of Administrative Services Manager. Cherveny formerly served in the capacity of Communication/Marketing Manager for the agency.
“This change in responsibilities will allow our agency to better utilize her organizational skill set and parks and recreation background,” said Executive Director John Muno. “Mary will be an invaluable source of agency and community knowledge, and has created a very positive environment enabling a smooth transition within the marketing department.”
Her new position will focus on agency communication; board and district administration; staff development, engagement and communication; research and special projects.
Ms. Cherveny is a certified parks and recreation professional (CPRP) with over 25 years of parks and recreation experience. She has a BS degree in Parks and Recreation Administration from Illinois State University.
On Tuesday, July 19, 2017 the Winnetka Park District Lakefront staff conducted a mock rescue scenario with the cooperation of the Winnetka Fire and Police Departments. In advance of this drill patrons were notified that Tower Road Beach water access would be unavailable between 2:50 – 3:45 pm, while the District’s other two swim beaches, Elder Lane and Maple Street Beaches remained opening for swimming.
coordinating it.” – Brian O’Connell – Winnetka Police Department
