TMA Global Staff

Christine Melendes serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Turnaround Management Association, leading TMA’s global strategy and working with its members, chapters, volunteers, and partners to strengthen the organization and expand its impact around the world.

With more than 20 years of association leadership experience, Christine has built her career around growth, member value, and creating new opportunities for organizations and the communities they serve. Before joining TMA, she held senior leadership roles at the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and other national associations, leading initiatives across membership, events, education, marketing, partnerships, and revenue growth. She is a Certified Association Executive (CAE).

Outside of TMA, Christine enjoys reading, reformer Pilates, traveling, spending time with her son and dogs, and exploring mountains and oceans whenever she can.

Adam Gilgour leads TMA Global’s operations and governance, overseeing the systems, processes, and day-to-day work that keep the organization running effectively. He works across the organization to strengthen operations, improve the member experience, and support TMA’s chapters, volunteers, partners, and members.

In his governance role, Adam leads the planning and execution of TMA Global’s Board of Directors and Executive Board meetings, supports board and committee operations, and works closely with volunteer leaders and staff to ensure effective governance and decision-making.

Prior to joining TMA, Adam worked in corporate workplace hospitality, bringing a background in operations, relationship management, and organizational coordination to his role at TMA.

Outside of TMA, you can find Adam enjoying live theater, traveling, and spending time with his dog, Albert.

Phyllis Collins supports TMA Global’s day-to-day operations and helps members navigate TMA’s systems, services, and resources. She manages our information, membership, and conferences inboxes, where she resolves registration, billing, and technical issues members encounter. She also serves as a key point of contact for explaining membership benefits and communicating the value of TMA membership.

Phyllis compiles, analyzes, and processes membership applications, renewal payments, and student memberships, as well as conference registrations. Since joining TMA in 2020, she has become a familiar and helpful resource for members, volunteers, and colleagues across the organization.

Phyllis brings experience from the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, along with a strong commitment to customer service. She is known for her positive, can-do approach and her willingness to help members find the answers and support they need.

Outside of TMA, Phyllis enjoys spending time with family, music, art, and traveling.

Tawana Roberts supports the systems and data that help TMA Global better understand and serve its members. With more than 20 years of experience working with membership database systems, she brings deep expertise in data management, reporting, technical support, and problem solving.

Her technical experience includes Crystal Reports, SQL scripting, Power BI dashboards, and Protech. Tawana works across teams to translate business needs into practical data and technology solutions, helping improve reporting, processes, and the overall member experience.

Outside of TMA, Tawana enjoys crocheting, baking, and spending time with her family.

Ashleigh Hill leads TMA Global’s education and certification programs, overseeing in-person and online learning opportunities designed to support professionals throughout their careers. She works closely with TMA’s Education Oversight and Conference Committees and supports educational programming across TMA’s major global conferences.

Ashleigh holds an MA in Gender Studies from DePaul University and has volunteered with Chicago-area animal rescues for more than 10 years. She enjoys reading, live theater, and swimming.

Ashleigh has been with TMA since October 2023 and has a background in adult, community, and legal education.

Ashlynn Hill manages TMA Global’s awards and recognition programs, helping celebrate the people, companies, chapters, and transactions that demonstrate excellence across the TMA community. She coordinates programs including the Turnaround and Transaction of the Year Awards, Chapter and Individual Awards, conference recognition programs, and TMA’s Industry Hall of Fame.

Ashlynn also supports TMA’s certification programs and member initiatives, working with volunteers and colleagues to strengthen programs and the member experience. Known for her organization and collaborative approach, she helps committees stay aligned, anticipates needs, and keeps complex projects moving forward.

Ashlynn has been with TMA since 2022. She holds a bachelor’s degree in corporate communication and a minor in social media, is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and was selected for Association Forum’s 2025 Emerging Leaders Program cohort.

Outside of TMA, Ashlynn enjoys getting lost in a good thriller and practicing ballroom and Latin dancing.

Lori Carney manages TMA Global’s conferences and events, working across the organization to create experiences that bring members together, strengthen connections, and deliver value to the TMA community. She works closely with staff, volunteer leaders, speakers, sponsors, venues, and partners to manage the many details that go into successful TMA events.

Lori brings extensive event and project management experience, including the planning and execution of large-scale conferences, complex event budgets, and programs serving more than 1,000 attendees. She is known for her detailed approach, strong relationships, and ability to keep complex events moving from planning through execution.

Outside of TMA, Lori enjoys adventures with her husband and three children, traveling, staying active, and reading.

Scott Zeller leads TMA Global’s sponsorship and business development strategy, creating partnerships and opportunities that deliver value to TMA, its members, and the broader turnaround and restructuring community. He works closely with sponsors, industry partners, and prospective organizations to develop meaningful collaborations, strengthen relationships, and expand TMA’s non-dues revenue.

Since joining TMA in 2019, Scott has been instrumental in advancing TMA’s conferences, events, and volunteer engagement initiatives. His work spans strategic partnerships, sponsorship experiences, event development, and chapter collaboration, bringing together members and industry leaders to create impactful opportunities for connection and engagement.

Scott also serves as staff liaison to the Chapter Presidents Council (CPC), working with TMA’s chapter leadership to support collaboration and strengthen the connection between TMA Global and its chapters.

Outside of TMA, Scott enjoys traveling to new places, getting his hands dirty in the garden, hiking scenic trails, discovering great food and music, and finding any excuse to be outdoors and explore.