Our Committees
GNEMA thrives thanks to the dedication and hard work of many Members who generously volunteer their time to contribute to our five active GNEMA Committees. These committees play a vital role in shaping the direction and initiatives of our organization.
We encourage all GNEMA members to consider getting more involved in our community. If you're interested in participating, you're in luck! Any GNEMA member is welcome to join our committee meetings, which are held virtually throughout the year. This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with fellow members, share your ideas, and help drive the mission of GNEMA forward.
For more information on how to join or to express your interest, please reach out to Pattie Cowley, GNEMA Executive Director. Your involvement can make a significant impact, and we look forward to having you!
Finance Committee
The role of the Finance committee is primarily to provide financial oversight for the organization. Typical task areas include budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting, and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies.
Pete Borowsky, Chair
- David Benedict
- Tom JeBran
- Heath Ochroch
- Michelle Petelicki
Legislative Committee
The role of the Legislative committee is primarily to review, monitor and address legislative issues and proposals. The issues are related to both State and Federal legislation and mostly include regulatory concerns that have an impact for the Association members.
Michelle Petelicki, Chair
- Pete Borowsky
- Chris Crean
- Glenn Every
- Tom JeBran
- Dennis Lyons
- Heath Ochroch
- Jason Sharenow
- Courtney Villani
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee is responsible for engaging, supporting, and growing the Association’s membership while advancing its mission, values, and goals. The committee leads efforts in member recruitment and retention, oversees member engagement strategies, and provides input on programs and services that bring value to members. Additionally, the committee plays a key role in planning membership meetings, educational and recognition events, social functions, and marketing initiatives that strengthen the Association’s community and visibility.
Tom Taylor, Chair
Meg Lewis, Co-Chair
- Ryan Bane
- David Benedict
- Heather Colache
- John Henry
- Adam Jacobson
- Sandie Marquis
- Pam Martinez
- Rick McCarrick
- Steven O'Shea
- Shannon Rinker
- Alison Sherman
- Frank Smith
- HJ Stout
- Steve Weiss
Safety and Risk Committee
The role of the Safety and Risk committee is to identify key and emerging risk management issues that affect the members of the Association. The committee will work to ensure safety and risk management best practices are in line with the Association's mission and relate to our commitment to safety.
Salvatore Caccavale, Chair
Pam Martinez, Board Liaison and Co-chair
- Chris Crean
- Jeffrey Dupoux
- Anthony Griffith
- Dennis King
- Larry Kreiser
- Jimmie Lytle
- Mike McDonal
- Michelle Petelicki
- Mark Renne
- Newel Scoon
- Steven O’Shea
- Chad Sleeper
- Buddy Sload
- Tom Taylor
- Rich Tisone
Scholarship Committee
The role of the Scholarship Committee is to review blind applications received for the Scholarship Program annually and to provide recommendations to the Board for the two recipients.
- Brad Decker
- Roy Furo
- Dennis King
- Meg Lewis
- Jonathan Robbins
- Steve Weiss