Board of Directors

Modia Butler

Board Chairman

Mo Butler is a highly respected public affairs expert with extensive experience in government relations, political campaigns, and strategic communications in New Jersey and Washington,…

Jacquelyn A. Suárez

Commissioner, Department of Community Affairs

Jacquelyn A. Suárez was appointed Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) on May 20, 2024 making her the first Hispanic commissioner to lead…

Aaron Binder

State Treasurer

Aaron Binder is currently serving as New Jersey State Treasurer. He was appointed by Governor Mikie Sherrill and began his service in her cabinet when…

Jennifer Davenport

Attorney General

Jennifer Davenport became the Acting Attorney General of New Jersey on January 20, 2026 following her nomination by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, then was confirmed to…

James T. Plousis

Chairman, Casino Control Commission

Chairman Plousis is a veteran public service and law enforcement professional well known for his leadership skills. He was sworn in as the eighth chairman…

Marty Small, Sr.

Mayor, City of Atlantic City

Marty Small was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey on March 25, 1974 to the late Ms. Annette Ann Small. Marty is a lifelong resident…

Mike Beson

Mike Beson is a small business owner in Monmouth County. His company, Guide Publications, specializes in online recruitment tools that have matched thousands of job…

Christian Cole

Bio coming soon.

Daniel Cosner

Daniel Cosner, is the Business Manager and Financial Secretary of Electrical Workers Local Union 351, a labor union which represents over 2,600 members. Mr. Cosner…

Frank Formica

Bio coming soon.

Michael I. Hanley

Michael I. Hanley is a Principal at NW Financial Holdings, Inc. The company owns a number of companies including NW Financial Group, LLC and NW…

Michael Laughlin III

Michael is currently President of the Atlantic and Cape May County Building Trades Council and Assistant Business Manager with International Union of Painters and Allied…

William T. Mullen

William T. Mullen is the President of the New Jersey State Building & Construction Trades Council. As President of the Building Trades Council, Mr. Mullen…

Paulina Banasiak O’Connor

Paulina Banasiak O’Connor is a seasoned veteran of New Jersey politics with years of experience in the executive and legislative branch as well as the…

William C. Sproule

William Sproule is the Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC). EASRCC represents more than 41,000 members in Delaware, District…

Joseph Tyrrell

Joe Tyrrell has an extensive career in the private sector and public service in the fields of governmental affairs, gaming, sports wagering, internet and digital…