The Marklund Board of Directors is made up of a group of volunteers from the suburbs and Chicago area who are committed to advancing the mission and vision of Marklund. Having diverse backgrounds, the Board members bring to the table experience from various business sectors, service organizations and personal connections to the developmental disabilities arena.
2024 Board of Directors
Mike Herlihy, Chair
Jerry Finis, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair
Jim Armbruster, Secretary,
Laura Karlins, Development Committee Chair
Dr. Maleeha Basha
Howard Brandeisky
Carie Carney
Carol Donahue
Gerry Estes
Karyn Fitch
Dan Foley
Yaneth Medina
Frank Murnane Jr., Immediate Past Chair
Julie Schrager
Ari Smith
David Van Daff
Dan Whiston
Meeting dates for 2025: May 22 (Finance only), June 19, August 7 (Board Retreat), October 30
Parents and guardians of Marklund residents/community clients/students are welcome to meet with the board but must make their request at least three weeks in advance of a meeting to allow for sufficient time. Requests must be made through Mary Kobbeman, Executive Assistant, at 630-593-5472.
