May 21, 2020
Sherri Hooker – Industry Group &
Data Contribution Coordinator
Portland, Oregon
Hello all, my name is Sherri Hooker– I was born and raised in Michigan and ended up in a long-distance relationship, moved to Oregon and married the love of my life 28 years ago. But let me tell you, when I broke the news to my parents that I decided I was moving to Oregon to become a Hooker, I think I permanently traumatized my family with that news. Lol All kidding aside, Oregon life has been amazing, and together, my husband and I raised 3 children as well as enjoying 4 adorable grandchildren.
Prior to NACM I worked at a local bank for almost 20 years and was part of a large company layoff which lead me to NACM which I now call home. I have been with NACM for 4 months as an Industry Group – Data Contribution Coordinator. I currently have 10 groups I support: Advertising SD, Electrical SD, Transportation, Electrical Spokane, Electrical Las Vegas, HVSC Plumbing So Cal, Mountain West & Trucking. I split my time between with these groups and working on our data files. Over the last couple of months due to the Covid-19 restrictions I have been working from home. I worked remotely for the bank for the last 5 years and though I miss my co-works A LOT this feels pretty routine for me. I am eternally grateful that the staff is able to continue working, thanks to all the hard effort our managers put forth to keep business moving forward.
Over the last 15 years In my spare time, I work with international exchange students and have been able to enjoy some amazing travel adventures visiting the students and their families. My heart has been shared all over the world and I love being just a small part of their life’s journey. If I am not busy enough with my students, I am busy with my family and my “Velcro” Brittany Spaniel puppy – Sadie.
Megan Lange – Customer Service & Industry Group Coordinator
Spokane, WA
My name is Megan and I work at NACM Commercial Services. I am a Customer Service Representative for the Washington and Colorado Region. I am also an Industry Group Coordinator for our Colorado Groups. I work hand in hand with our Account Executives and Group Administrators to support our members anyway necessary.
Just a little tidbit about myself. I own two cats named Ridley and Bruce. Ridley is the playable cute one and Bruce is the big snuggle bear. I have graduated from Eastern Washington University with my BA, I majored in Art and minored in Earth and Space Science. Living in the Inland Northwest gives me the opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors with my family and friends.
Working from home has been a big change. Going from working in the office with two screens, desk phone, retrieving mail, seeing all my coworkers to working with one screen, and every animal in the house wanting to play or bark at the mailman. But on the bright side, the commute to work is marvelous!
Whether it’s remote work from home or working in the office we are able to still connect and help our members any way we can.
Phil Duran – Account Executive
Denver, CO
I joined NACM Commercial Services as an Account Executive in the greater Denver market in December of 2019. I am a native of Southern California. I attended the University of California and, in 2019, relocated to the Denver area. I administer several groups, including Denver Construction and Heavy Equipment. With everyone staying home, the groups are all on a Zoom and teleconference. It has been very different but we are all adapting well and making extra efforts during this time.
I have a strong background in banking, financial products & insurance. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and mountain sports, including snowboarding and skiing.