"Melanie Storey has been named the new President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), effective May 1, 2025. Her appointment ends a nine-month search after former President Justin Draeger resigned in June of 2024," College Aid Services writes.

... "Storey brings a wealth of experience to her new role, with a career that spans both public and private sectors within higher education. Her leadership journey includes key roles at The College Board and the American Council on Education, where she championed financial aid policy and led impactful public service campaigns. Most recently, Storey served as the Director of Policy Implementation and Oversight at the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), where she spearheaded initiatives related to the FAFSA Simplification Act and efforts to address federal student loan debt relief."

... "Storey’s appointment has been met with widespread support within the higher education community."

"Dr. Raymond Nault, President of College Aid Services, praised Storey’s dedication and expertise. 'On behalf of our team, I extend sincere congratulations to Melanie Storey on her selection as NASFAA’s next president and CEO,' Nault said. 'Her deep experience, dedication to student success, and collaborative leadership style will serve the association and its members well. We look forward to working with her as she leads NASFAA into its next chapter, advancing the mission of equitable access to higher education for all.'"

... With Storey at the helm, NASFAA is poised to continue its vital work in supporting financial aid professionals and advocating for policies that enhance student access to higher education.

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Publication Date: 3/25/2025