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Branch Leader Guide

Frank Gaidjunas – Director of Marketing and Communications (frank@cmtausa.org)

Frank has joined the CMTA after 20+ years successfully leading important programs and
initiatives in the CPG (Consumer Products Goods) industry. In his new role at the CMTA,
he is responsible for overseeing the marketing, communications, and public relations
strategies and activities of the organization to ensure delivery of the highest quality
mission services to the CMT community.

As a person with CMT, Frank is passionate about the work of the CMTA and wants to
help deliver its vision of a world without CMT. He has a strong appreciation for the
magnitude of the research, community services and fundraising activities that are
required to both manage and cure this disease.

Frank lives in the Chicago area with his wife and two children. He likes to swim, bike and
take in the local music scene.

Andi Cosby – National Events Manager (andi@cmtausa.org)

Andi has joined the CMTA to spearhead the Walk 4 CMT, as well as build out additional
fundraising events. Andi has more than 15 years of management experience in national
voluntary health agencies both on the local and national levels.

Before coming to the CMTA, Andi served in leadership roles at the Crohn’s and Colitis
Foundation and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Cosby is a graduate of Truman
State University in Missouri and lives in Old Greenwich, Connecticut with her husband
and three children.

Leslie Nagel – Marketing Coordinator (leslie@cmtausa.org)

As Marketing Coordinator, Leslie manages the planning, execution, maintenance and
performance of the CMTA’s digital presence as well as other marketing and
communication platforms.

With a background in digital marketing, writing and relationship-building, Leslie is
passionate about making the CMTA’s voice strong through effective communication,
analytical problem-solving and teamwork. As someone with a close relationship to CMT,
Leslie is thrilled to have the opportunity to work for this cause and community that are
close to her heart.

Leslie lives in Michigan and enjoys biking, reading and throwing dinner parties.

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