Natalie Richards

What is your name?

Natalie Richards

 

What is your position?

President

 

What is your PUDM email?

president@pudm.org

 

Where is your hometown?

Muncie, Indiana

 

What is your Major?

Nursing and Psychological Sciences

 

Why did you want to be an executive?

I wanted to further my leadership in an organization where you are surround by the kindest friends, bravest families, and the best kiddos! PUDM is my home away from home and I want everyone to experience how amazing this organization is. I strive to make a difference in so many people’s lives and continue furthering PUDM’s legacy!

 

What is your previous PUDM involvement?

Riley R CM, Family Captain, and Riley R Exec

 

What is your favorite PUDM memory?

Staying all 24 hours at the bell tower on DOM with my best friend I met through PUDM or seeing all the smiles and spending time with the kiddos at the 2025 marathon!

 

What is a fun fact about you?

I love to run!

 

Whats your biggest dream? (Career goal, travel, bucket list, impact on the world, etc.)

To work at Riley as an oncology nurse! I want to continue advocating for the kiddos at Riley even after I am done with PUDM! I hope to be a light in their lives, just like our Riley kiddos have been in mine 🙂

 

What are your main duties as an exec?

I oversee our executive board and chamber while working alongside my VPs to ensure our organization keeps going in the right direction! I have a hand in every aspect of PUDM, while also supporting our team to execute all of the amazing things we do throughout the year. I am so grateful to work in so many different areas and people!