Board of Directors

"In 1970, my brother Luke asked us for help for his ambitious project to reverse the health picture of the children of the Amazon.  We responded by forming Esperança in Phoenix.  Over the years, this has involved a considerable amount of work and sacrifice on our part but I am proud to have been able to provide significant help.  I regard Esperança as one of the greatest accomplishments of my lifetime."  Jerry Tupper

Our Board of Directors is comprised of a variety of Valley wide professionals who share an interest in the mission of Esperança, Inc.  Our Board meets monthly, from September through May, to help aid in fundraising and increased visibility and awareness of Esperança, Inc. and its programs.

Individuals interested in being nominated for Board membership may contact the offices of Esperança, Inc. to receive membership criteria, annual dues, and information regarding the nomination process.

Chairman:	Bill Wichterman
Chairman Elect:	Brian Roberts
Secretary:	Jerry Morgan
Treasurer:	Charlie Broucek
Directors:	Gregg Abbott	Rosie Hernandez
	Rick Baker	Rick Kalinowski
	Kathryn Bradley	Jake Logan
	Bryant Colman	Michael Maledon
	Sandra Erickson	Eric McGlothin
	Max Fose	Beth Mulcahy
	Ruben Gomez	Mara Pemick
	Ralph Heap, MD	Bryan Slaughter
Lifetime Board of Directors:	Robert Church	Ed Grant
	Ed Fleming	Chuck Hauff
	Keith Galbut	Scott Smith
Director Emeritus:	Jerry Tupper