{"id":867,"date":"2026-09-06T13:53:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-06T13:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laaiafoundastg.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=867"},"modified":"2026-09-22T01:07:38","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T01:07:38","slug":"our-board","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/?page_id=867","title":{"rendered":"Our Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Leadership with purpose.<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Led by dedicated industry executives committed to shaping the future of Risk Management & Insurance.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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GOVERNANCE & VISION<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Experienced leadership. Enduring impact.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

The LAAIA Foundation is guided by a board of seasoned insurance leaders, agency owners, and industry advocates. With decades of combined expertise across risk management, claims, underwriting, and agency operations, our directors volunteer their time and vision to ensure the Foundation\u2019s scholarship and internship initiatives create lasting, meaningful impact for the next generation of industry talent.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Volunteer Board<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Every director serves on a volunteer basis, keeping the Foundation focused on student opportunity and responsible stewardship.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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MEET OUR FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

The people guiding our mission.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Six industry leaders united by a shared commitment to education, opportunity, and the future of insurance.<\/p>\n\t\t

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PRESIDENT<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Maria Fisk<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Maria Fisk serves as President of The LAAIA Foundation and brings more than 35 years of experience in the insurance industry. As a partner in her insurance agency, she has built her career around serving clients, growing her business, and contributing to the broader insurance community.Maria has been actively involved with the LAAIA since 2013 and has served the association in numerous leadership roles, including President during the 2019\u20132020 term. One of her proudest accomplishments was helping create and establish the LAAIA Scholarship Program, reflecting her longstanding commitment to developing the next generation of insurance professionals. She believes strongly in giving back, creating opportunities for others, and helping ensure the industry continues to grow and thrive for generations to come.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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VICE PRESIDENT<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

David Milton<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

David Milton serves as Vice President of The LAAIA Foundation and Director of Operations at TelaClaims. With five years of experience in the insurance industry, he is also pursuing a master\u2019s degree in Risk Management & Insurance, giving him a firsthand understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing today\u2019s students.David brings a longstanding commitment to philanthropy, having supported school-supply drives, helped raise $30,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, contributed to an event that raised $17,000 for the Buoniconti Fund, and participated in initiatives promoting awareness of eating disorders. Through the Foundation, he looks forward to building relationships with emerging insurance professionals and helping students access the resources, connections, and opportunities needed to succeed in the industry.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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SECRETARY<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Yolaine Bahamonde<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Yolaine Bahamonde serves as Secretary of The LAAIA Foundation and Vice President of Business Development for National Partners Premium Finance. With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, she has spent much of her career working alongside independent insurance agencies, building strong relationships and supporting their continued growth.A longtime supporter of the LAAIA, Yolaine is passionate about attracting and developing the next generation of insurance professionals. She believes investing in emerging talent is essential to preserving the legacies of multigenerational agencies while creating rewarding career opportunities for new professionals. Her commitment to service also extends to supporting organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation, reflecting her dedication to creating hope, opportunity, and stronger communities.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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TREASURER<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Marianna Correa<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Oversees financial stewardship, reporting, and scholarship fund allocation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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DIRECTOR<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Marlen Sanchez<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Marlen Sanchez serves as a Director of The LAAIA Foundation and as a director with the LAAIA South Florida Chapter. She is currently Regional Sales Manager for AmTrust Financial and brings 41 years of experience in the insurance industry.Throughout her career, Marlen has remained deeply committed to supporting the insurance community and helping others grow within the profession. She is especially proud of her work in helping fulfill the LAAIA\u2019s commitment to the Creative Art Studio at Holtz Children\u2019s Hospital, an initiative created to bring comfort, creativity, and moments of joy to children receiving treatment. Through her service to the Foundation, Marlen looks forward to continuing that spirit of giving back while supporting the next generation of insurance professionals.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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DIRECTOR<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Barry Sanders<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Barry Sanders serves as a Director of The LAAIA Foundation and is the owner of Knight Insurance. With 18 years of experience in the insurance industry, he understands the importance of attracting new talent and bringing fresh perspectives, energy, and innovation into the profession.Barry believes that giving back is not simply a choice, but an obligation. He has supported LifeNet4Families for more than 20 years and is currently involved with WestCare in its efforts to assist women and children affected by abuse. Through his service to the Foundation, Barry is committed to helping create opportunities for young professionals and strengthening the future of the insurance industry.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

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OUR COMMITMENT<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Governance built on service and trust.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Our board combines professional expertise with personal commitment to ensure every partnership advances the Foundation\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n\t\t

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Responsible Stewardship<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Thoughtful oversight keeps scholarship resources aligned with student impact.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Industry Connection<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Board relationships connect scholars with mentors, internships, and career pathways.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Long-Term Vision<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Strategic leadership supports sustainable growth and broader university partnerships.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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CONNECT WITH OUR LEADERSHIP<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Partner with our board.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Interested in corporate sponsorship, a named scholarship, or learning more about our work? Our board is ready to connect.<\/p>\n\t\t

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Leadership with purpose. Led by dedicated industry executives committed to shaping the future of Risk Management & Insurance. GOVERNANCE & VISION Experienced leadership. Enduring impact. The LAAIA Foundation is guided by a board of seasoned insurance leaders, agency owners, and industry advocates. With decades of combined expertise across risk management, claims, underwriting, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-867","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"blocksy_meta":[],"featured_image_src":null,"featured_image_src_square":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/867","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=867"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/867\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":925,"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/867\/revisions\/925"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/laaiafoundation.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=867"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}