AIG Announces New Board of Directors and Leadership

AIG welcomes newly elected and returning Board members and announces its officers and Executive Committee.

The Association of Inspectors General (AIG) is pleased to announce the results of its 2026 Board of Directors election and the selection of its officers and Executive Committee.

The announcement was made during AIG's 2026 Annual Training Conference in Miami, Florida, where more than 400 oversight professionals gathered to celebrate the Association's 30th anniversary and its continuing commitment to excellence in independent oversight, accountability, and integrity in government.

This year's Board election saw record participation from AIG members, reflecting the strength and engagement of the Association's growing membership.

Newly Elected Board Members

AIG congratulates and welcomes three newly elected members of its Board of Directors:

• Steven Anderson
• Leigh Anderson
• David Harper

Reelected Board Members

AIG also congratulates five returning Board members who were reelected to continue their service:

• Brigitte Bishop
• Kim Raines Chatelain
• John Curry
• Joseph Maleszewski
• Ivelisse Torres Rivera

AIG Officers

The Association is pleased to announce its officers:

• Kim Raines Chatelain, President
• Isabel Mercedes Cumming, First Vice President
• Carol "Jodie" Breece, Second Vice President
• Jeffrey S. Shapiro, Secretary
• Darwyn Jones, Treasurer

Executive Committee

The following individuals will serve on AIG's Executive Committee:

• Dan Ahern
• Ned Benton
• Brigitte Bishop
• John Curry
• David Harper
• Kelly Madigan
• Darren Miller
• Flora Miller
• Melinda Miguel
• Steven Anderson

Recognizing Our Outgoing Board Members

AIG extends its sincere gratitude to the outgoing members of its Board of Directors for their leadership, dedication, and service to the Association:

• Maxene Bardwell
• Natalie Beckwith
• Melissa Dondero
• Kamau Marable
• Lora Manon
• Pat Russo
• Amarik Singh
• Kristofer Sullivan
• Adam Wandt
• Michael Westfall
• Deborah Witzburg

Their contributions have helped strengthen the Association, advance its mission, and support the inspector general community nationwide.

Looking Ahead

As AIG celebrates 30 years of advancing independent oversight, its Board of Directors and leadership team will play an essential role in guiding the Association's continued growth, strengthening professional education and certification programs, and supporting the work of inspectors general at every level of government.

AIG congratulates its newly elected and returning leaders and thanks all members who participated in this year's election.

We look forward to another successful year of service to the inspector general community.