Commissioners and Staff

The Arizona Commission of African-American Affairs consists of nine governor-appointed members, executive leaders from eight key state agencies, and a dedicated operational staff. Together, our experienced professionals and passionate community leaders work tirelessly to advocate for and empower the African-American community across Arizona, addressing unique challenges and driving meaningful opportunities for growth and equity.

Executive Staff

Jerry J. McPherson

Jerry J. McPherson

Executive Director

Appointed Commissioners

Commissioners are appointed by the Governor and serve three-year terms.

Commissioner Anderson's Headshot

Ashley Anderson

Commissioner, Chair
Jeff Glover Headshot

Col. Jeffrey Glover

Commisioner
Jimmy Hart Headshot

Jimmy Hart

Commissioner
Beretta Hodge Headshot

Hon. Berdetta Hodge

Commissioner
Khara House Headshot

Hon. Khara House

Commissioner
Jackie johnson headshot

Jackie Johnson

Commissioner
Dianne Post Headshot

Dianne Post

Commissioner
Robbie Sherwood headshot

Robbie Sherwood

Commissioner
Dr. Tonya Strozier Headshot

Dr. Tonya Strozier

Commissioner

Ex-Officio Commissioners

The executive (or their appointed representative) of each agency serves as an Ex-Officio Commissioner.

Tanesha Charity

Tanesha Charity, MPA

Executive Office to Deputy Director Teresa Welborn
Jennifer Cunico

Jennifer Cunico

Director, Arizona Department Of Health Services
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Arizona Department of Economic Security

Arizona Department of Economic Security
Tonya Hamilton Headshot

Tonya Hamilton

Ex-Officio Member
Art Harding Portrait

Art Harding

Department of Education, Chief Operations Officer
Governor Katie Hobbs

Governor Katie Hobbs

Governor
Leah Landrum Taylor

Hon. Leah Landrum Taylor

Founder & Ex-Officio Member
Kris Mayes

Kris Mayes

Attorney General
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Office of Tourism

Office of Tourism
Sandra Watson

Sandra Watson

President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority