Charissa Reul

Charissa L. Reul, CMP has over 20 years of experience in operational management, event planning, and nonprofit leadership. As the Director of Operations at The Philadelphia Society, she leverages her passions for culture, liberty, and hospitality to serve a diverse membership and drive organizational success. Throughout her career, Charissa has demonstrated talent in creating impactful conferences, organizing strategic programs, and streamlining operations in both domestic and international settings. Her involvement with the Acton Institute and other freedom movement organizations has helped support meaningful causes and foster valuable personal connections. In 2017, Charissa achieved the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation, underscoring her commitment to excellence in event management. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she founded Sonrisa Consulting, offering specialized services in event design, virtual programs, and operations management to a diverse clientele. She has a B.A. in Philosophy from Ave Maria University, where she also participated in two international exchange programs. In her personal time, she loves to cook, read, travel, and spend time on Lake Michigan. Charissa and her husband, Chad, have two grown sons and two active rescue dogs.