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In this episode of On the Bar with the Kane County Bar Association, host Lori Schmidt welcomes KCBA Executive Director Gina Armstrong. Together, they discuss Gina’s personal and professional background and the journey that led her to her current role. Gina offers insight into her responsibilities as Executive Director, introduces key members of her team, and highlights several upcoming events. The conversation also touches on Gina's favorite parts of the job and aspirations for the future of the KCBA.
Gina Armstrong is the current Executive Director of the Kane County Bar Association (KCBA), a role she has held since April 2023. She has worked at many different companies such as Carson Pirie Scott, Met Life Group Medical Claims, Kane County Chronicle Newspaper, and numerous wealth management companies in various positions from administrative assistant to manager. Gina first joined the KCBA as the Front Office Coordinator, where her dedication and leadership quickly stood out. With the departure of Executive Director, Lori Hertel, she was encouraged to apply for the Executive Director position.
Since stepping into the role, Gina has brought fresh ideas and a renewed focus on member engagement, helping to grow and strengthen the KCBA community, and building its membership. She lives in St. Charles with her husband, Mark, and their daughter, Ellie. In her free time, Gina enjoys cooking, antiquing, card making, and gardening.
