September 9 marked the first meeting of the newly formed ADL Associate Board. The Associate Board is a platform for exemplary young leaders and professionals to stay connected to ADL in a meaningful way.

The meeting was led by Associate Board co-chairs Nicole Soussan and Allison Wilden. Southwest Regional Board Chair Ian Scharfman was present to welcome and thank the group, and Associate Director of Development Randy Barnes, who is the staff liaison to the Associate Board, also extended a welcome and thank you on behalf of the ADL team.

The board discussed goals, joining Regional committees, and dates for future meetings and events. Members of the Associate Board include Regional Board member Robert Carlton, as well as  Jeff Bentch, Samantha Berezowsky, Michelle Eber, Michael Eber, Joel Gluskin, Jared Grodin, Erin Guill, Jonathan Kessler, Erica Robinson, Cory Roth, Jennifer Gustafson, Steve Simon, and Andrea Starkschall.