Governance

With a member-led governance model, you have a meaningful opportunity to influence the direction of the organization. Members are encouraged to serve on the GEM board and committees to shape both current initiatives and the future vision of the organization.

Board of Directors

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    Brett Davis

    Chair

    Park District Risk Management Agency

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    Ann Bennett

    Vice Chair

    Washington Cities Insurance Authority

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    Ryan Cole

    Secretary

    Arizona School Risk Retention Trust

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    Pallin Allen

    Director

    Wisconsin Municipal Mutual Insurance Company

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    Bryan Anderson

    Director

    Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority

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    Sheryl Brandt

    Director

    Enduris

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    Parker Chambers

    Director

    Texas Water Association Risk Management Fund

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    Alan Kalt

    Director

    Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool

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    Merna Lechman

    Director

    Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority

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    Gregory Womack

    Director

    Texas Council Risk Management Fund

Committees

Audit Committee

Merna Lechman

Committee Chair

Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority

Bryan Anderson

Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority

Alan Kalt

Nevada Public Agency Insurance Pool

Matthew Branson

Washington State Transit Insurance Pool

Executive Compensation & Benefits Committee

Ann Bennett

Committee Chair

Washington Cities Insurance Authority

Ryan Cole

Arizona School Risk Retention Trust

Brett Davis

Park District Risk Management Agency

Governance & Nominating Committee

Greg Womack

Committee Chair

Texas Council Risk Management Fund

Ann Bennett

Washington Cities Insurance Authority

Pallin Allen

Wisconsin Municipal Mutual Insurance Company

What Does GEM Provide?

For GEM, our success is rooted in the strength of collaboration. By pooling coverage, resources, and expertise, members gain tailored risk financing solutions, stability, and protection from disruptions in the marketplace.