Board of Directors

Board Chair
Member Since 2017

Matt Benjamin is a senior financial executive and retired senior partner from Deloitte. Matthew has devoted a great deal of time serving on nonprofit boards over the years and is a guest lecturer at Arizona State University’s WP Carey School of Business.

Board Vice Chair
Member Since 2019

Amy Davidson has more than 20 years of leadership experience in the technology industry, currently serving as New Build Manager at Cox Communications. Since joining the UMOM board, she helped create the Young Professionals Council.

Board Secretary
Member Since 2022

Katie Richards is the Director of Customer Experience Operations at Arizona Public Service Company (APS) with oversight over phone and digital communication channels, compliance, and training functions.

K Campbell Consultants
Member Since 2023

Kristen has more than 25 years’ experience advising professional service executives and companies on new business development and marketing strategy, corporate development, workforce analysis, and practice management.

Snell & Wilmer
Member Since 2018

Matt Chiarello is an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. He regularly assists employers in the design, administration and documentation of qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, health and welfare plans, and executive compensation programs.

MMA
Member Since 2022

Mike has been an employee benefits insurance broker/consultant with Lovitt & Touché since 1998, recently spending most of his time educating clients about the opportunities within the Affordable Care Act. Mike helps medium to large companies manage the cost and quality of their insurance programs, ensuring that their businesses are successful and their employees are protected from financial risk so that they can have productive lives.

Highnoon
Member Since 2023

Maria serves as the communication hub for Highnoon’s employee efforts. She is responsible for all talent operations efforts for the Agency, the culture program, training & education and talent development. Maria’s mission is to ensure that Highnoon is not just a place to work, but a meaningful company that provides purpose to our employees and acts as an effective partner within the community.

IHS Market
Member Since 2019

Wendy Englehardt is a marketing consultant with more than 20 years of marketing and sales experience as a multimedia expert. Wendy’s passion for non-profit work led her to join UMOM’s board after many years of volunteering with organizations across the Valley.

BCBS
Member Since 2023

Maureen is Chief Strategy Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Maureen works collaboratively with her Chief Executive Officer and other members of the Executive Team to create and implement the organizations strategic growth plan including activities that advance the health of Arizona’s communities.

Kenew Construction Management
Member Since 2019

Chad Hafstrom is a principal and co-owner of Kenew Construction Management; a Native-owned business that specializes in providing owner representative services and consulting on a variety of construction projects.

Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA)
Member Since 2023

Jenica Hickey serves as AMA’s Special Projects Manager where she focuses on community involvement programs that engage Arizona residents in building stronger and healthier communities for all. Programs she has spearheaded include raising funds and awareness for UMOM New Day Centers, as well as other local charities. Jenica previously served as the Activities Chair for the UMOM New Day Center's Young Professionals Council.

Salt River Project
Member Since 2023

Reuben Judd is a credentialed leader in finance, accounting, internal auditing, and information technology. He is adept in developing and implementing high-value internal audit and enterprise risk management services.

Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty
Member Since 2021

Theresa Krakauer is a realtor licensed in both Arizona and California. With more than 30 years of experience in home sales, Theresa knows Maricopa County’s housing market well.

Goodmans Interior Structures
Member Since 2020

Kari Luther is the Director of Project Development at Goodman’s Interior Structures, a well-respected Phoenix company that specializes in the corporate furniture industry.

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. (Retired)
Member Since 2021

Candace (Candy) Schwarz is a retired Assistant Controller of McCarthy Building Companies.

BMO Commercial Bank
Member Since 2023

Malini has broad experience in retail, small business, and commercial areas; and has supported both for-profit companies and non-profit organizations acting as a dedicated resource for their banking needs and as an advisor to help with their business cycles of growth and change.

Nationwide Member since 2024

Amber serves as the Senior Vice President of Professional Specialty Programs at Nationwide E&S/Specialty, has more than 27 years of experience in the insurance industry. She has a proven track record of strategic planning, managing financial results and working with multiple business units and departments. and Nationwide Private Client. She is well respected for her collaborative and inclusive leadership.

DSWAC Methodist Church Member since 2024

Rev. Melissa Rynders was born in Provo, Utah and grew up in various parts of Utah, Arizona, and Southern California. After participating in several conference Boards, including the Conference Council on Youth Ministries; The Strategic Planning Committee; Covenant Council; and The Young Adult Conference Committee; Melissa felt a call into ordained ministry. She recently completed one year as the senior pastor of Catalina UMC before moving into the role of East District Superintendent

STORE Capital Member since 2024

Lori Markson is the Executive Vice President of Portfolio Operations at STORE Capital. Lori has served in leadership roles at STORE for seven years. Lori has 25 years of broad-based commercial lending and real estate experience. Prior to joining STORE, she had a 15-year career at GE Capital where she served as Managing Director of Underwriting and Portfolio Management and Vice President of Underwriting. Prior to GE, Lori held positions in commercial real estate underwriting, valuation and loan origination.

American Roofing Member since 2024

CopperPoint Insurance Member since 2024