The UMA Board of Directors is a diverse group of individuals with a wide range of skills. It is united by a commitment to community, to UMA’s mission, and to governance of UMA’s financial health and operational excellence in accordance with the UMA Board Bylaws and Non-Profit Board best practices.
The Board meets every third Thursday of the month. These meetings are now being recorded for public review. (see below). Subcommittees meet at the discretion of each committee.
Public comments are invited via Zoom or in person (please RSVP) by emailing Lori Ardai, Clerk. You may use this Zoom link to join the board meeting.
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Board of Directors and Officers
Emmanuel Marsh – President
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Eden Garhart-Smith – Treasurer
Jonathan Bekemeier – Vice President
Lori Ardai – Clerk
Jennifer LeGarde
Board Updates
- Annual meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026.
Subcommittees
Programming- Membership and engagement: finding ways to engage and meet the community they are present at fundraisers, address community groups work with marketing team, intern team and others. This Committee should also focus on DEIA as it pertains to the work we are doing and the community as a whole
Development / Fundraising Committee: supporting fundraising plans and ideas throughout the year. Goal is to raise 20k per year with 3-4 events and several online fundraisers. Community engagement is a must, meetings of this committee are monthly and participation is required.
Finance: oversight of financial management and integrity
Nominations: oversee board nomination process and outreach
Help shape the future of UMA and consider being part on one of our subcommittees!