With more than 12 years in finance management, Aleece brings proven success in providing leadership necessary to guide financial operations through strong collaboration with senior management along with the effective building of financial management teams that actively support an organization’s mission and values. Prior to joining BA, Aleece gained her deep operational acumen though front-line roles with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Warwick Hotels & Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, SMASHotels, and most recently, Heitman LLC., a real estate investment management firm.

Aleece was born and raised in the suburban city of Highland Park, about 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and a Master of Accountancy from DePaul University. In her free time, Aleece enjoys travelling, training for marathons, and trying new restaurants around the city.