Public Announcements
National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals, Arizona Chapter Installs New Board
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 28, 2025
Contact: Jenny Weaver, Communications Chair – Arizona Chapter
480.716.7889, [email protected]
National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals, Arizona Chapter Installs New Board
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals, Arizona Chapter (NABIPAZ), an organization of health insurance agents, brokers and benefits professionals, installed its 2025-2026 board.
Alana Mayer was installed as NABIPAZ president. Alana brings over 25 years of health insurance experience spanning customer service, sales, account management, and business development. Currently with Black, Gould & Associates, she has also held key leadership roles within NABIP since 2018 and is a 7-time Triple Crown winner, LPRT-certified, and a graduate of the Leadership Academy. Known for her award-winning career and commitment to professional growth, Alana continues to be a driving force in the benefits community.
“Local agents and brokers serve as a source of truth about healthcare coverage that links the needs of citizens, business and policymakers to create a healthy, more fiscally responsible American healthcare system,” Mayer said.
The 2025-2026 Board:
· Alana Mayer, President, Black Gould & Associates
· Sheila Prior, Immediate Past President, Cigna Healthcare
· Charlene Hogeland, President Elect, Black Gould & Associates
· Phillip Magnuson, Secretary/Treasurer, Magnuson & Associates
· Jennifer Farrell, Legislative Co-Chair, Black Gould & Associates
· Rory Stone-Walsh, Legislative Co-Chair, Hershenberg & Stone-Walsh Insurance Services LLC
· Patti Johnson, Professional Development Co-Chair -Tucson, Blue Cross Blue Sheild of Arizona
· Maddy Robinson, Professional Development Co-Chair - Phoenix, AmWins,
· Jessica Cheney, Membership Chair, Arcwood Benefits Consulting, LLC
· Morgan Whitaker, Membership Experience Chair, Banner|Aetna,
· Peter Rowe, NABIP Political Action Committee (PAC) Chair, Arcwood Benefits Consulting, LLC
· Sarah Gollwitzer, Awards Chair, Avesis, LLC
· Jenny Weaver, Communications/Media Chair, PES Benefits – AllyHealth Division
· Netta Garcia, DEI&B Chair, Magnuson & Associates
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals represents more than 100,000 professional health insurance agents and brokers who provide insurance for millions of Americans. NABIP is headquartered in Washington, DC. For more information, visit our web site at www.nabip.org.
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