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Board of Directors
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 and to UMA’s mission.
The Board meets every third Wednesday of the month. Subcommittees meet at the discretion of each committee.
Emmanuel Marsh
Interim President
Karen Lynch
Interim Vice President
Lori Ardai
Clerk
Brian Boswell
Treasurer
Lissette Alvarado
Jonathan Bekemeier
Eden Garhart-Smith
Ari Taylor
Help shape the future of UMA and consider being part of the UMA Board of Directors or one of our subcommittees!
Board Updates
9/26/24 – Annual Meeting with Board Updates. Doors are at 6pm. Meeting starts at 6:30pm. RSVP here.
1/10/24 – Jonathan Bekemeier selected for member seat position.
12/21 – We are thrilled to announce Karen Lynch’s re-election to the board and look forward to her joining us for another term.
12/6 – Eden Garhart-Smith and Lisette Alvarado appointed to UMA Board. The UMA Board is still looking to fill two appointed seats. Apply today!
Subcommittees
Community Outreach- 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 / Event Committee: supporting fundraising plans and ideas throughout the year. Goal is to raise 25k 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