Board of directors

Lauren Lacasse
Position: Vice President

Contact membership@ahja.org

Laura Brown
Position: Secretary | Points & Standings Director

As Secretary Laura oversees all administrative responsibilities, including meeting minutes, board correspondence, and supporting organizational communication efforts. Laura is also responsible for tracking competition results and overseeing the AHJA Points & Standings system. Please contact points@ahja.org with any questions or discrepancies.

Valerie Robert
Position: Treasurer

Valerie, as Treasurer, manages the financial operations of AHJA, including budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring the financial health of the organization. For billing inquiries, please contact treasury@ahja.org.

Mary Bernando
Position: Director

Mary started riding horses at 6 years old. During her junior years, she achieved success in the hunter, equitation, and jumper divisions.  She then took time off to pursue higher education and career development and currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Tenet Physician Resources in Arizona.

As an adult, Mary has competed across the country with several of her horses but her most cherished victories include winning the AHJA Hunter of the Year title on two different horses and winning both the 3’ & 3’3” AHJA equitation finals.

Recently, she completed her term on the Zone 8 USHJA committee and is dedicated to giving back to the horse community and establishing an environment that promotes education and prioritizes the horse.