The ASPA National Capital Area Chapter is proud to recognize Paula Acevedo for her outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to both the chapter and the public service profession.

Paula has been a member of ASPA for 11 years and served on the NCAC Board of Directors for nine years, from 2017 to 2026. During her tenure, she played a critical role in supporting the chapter’s communications and member engagement efforts, serving as Communications Chair, Newsletter Managing Editor, and website manager.

Throughout her years of service, Paula consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a willingness to step forward wherever support was needed. Her contributions helped strengthen communication with members, enhance the chapter’s visibility, and ensure important chapter information remained accessible and engaging.

Beyond her volunteer leadership, Paula exemplifies the values of public service in her professional role as a Grants Management Specialist at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. During the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, she continued to serve with dedication and professionalism while maintaining the positive, can-do attitude that colleagues and fellow board members have come to know and appreciate.

Paula’s leadership has been marked not only by her hard work and reliability, but also by her kindness, resilience, and unwavering commitment to supporting others. She has been a valued colleague, a trusted board member, and a role model for both public servants and ASPA members.

On behalf of the ASPA National Capital Area Chapter, we extend our sincere gratitude to Paula for her years of service and congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition.