Board of Governors

Dr. Raquel “Rocky” Cruz Bono is a board-certified trauma surgeon and retired Vice Admiral who served for nearly 30 years in the U.S. Navy, becoming the first woman surgeon in the military to attain the rank of Vice Admiral. She is currently the Chief Health Officer for Viking Cruises, leading public health strategy across the organization. Previously, she served as Director of Washington State’s COVID-19 Health System Response and held leadership roles as CEO of the Defense Health Agency and Command Surgeon for U.S. Pacific Command. Dr. Bono is a Senior Fellow with the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and a Visiting Scholar at the University of Texas Value Institute.

Holly Petraeus is a longtime advocate for military families, with decades of experience in public service and consumer protection. She served as Assistant Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, leading the Office of Servicemember Affairs and working to strengthen financial education and protections for service members, veterans, and their families. Prior to CFPB, she directed BBB Military Line, a national program supporting outreach from local Better Business Bureaus to military communities. An active-duty Army spouse for over 37 years and a former Department of the Army civilian, Holly has been a tireless leader in military family programs. Holly has received numerous honors, including the Department of Defense Medal for Distinguished Public Service.

Frank Cumberland is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and seasoned communications leader with a lifelong passion for writing and public service. He served 20 years in the Air Force Medical Service Corps and held key roles, including Director of Communications and Customer Service for TRICARE. He later served as Senior Vice President for Communications, Marketing, and Business Development at Axiom Resource Management, where he led the firm’s proposal-writing team. His contributions have been recognized with the National Military Veterans Alliance Distinguished Service Award and the Government Communicator of the Year Award.

Jack White is an accomplished trial lawyer and legal strategist with deep expertise in civil litigation, regulatory enforcement, and congressional investigations. He advises clients across sectors, including defense, technology, education, and federal contracting, focusing on businesses operating in the federal space. A former U.S. Army Officer and West Point graduate, Jack served on the independent review panel investigating command climate and culture at Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood), later testifying before Congress. He also counsels clients on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and supports growing companies navigating legal and regulatory compliance.

Ann Campbell is a dedicated military family advocate, Air Force Veteran, and seasoned healthcare professional. With nearly 30 years of experience in emergency and critical care nursing, she has led volunteer efforts across 17 military moves, including leadership roles in Army Family Readiness Groups and military community councils. Ann currently serves on the Board of the National Military Family Association and holds leadership roles with Easter Seals DC/MD/VA and Centerstone Military Services, where she continues to champion support for service members, families, veterans, and Wounded Warriors.

General Herbert J. “Hawk” Carlisle (Ret.) served 39 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a four-star General. A command pilot with more than 3,600 flying hours, General Carlisle is a lifelong aviator and steadfast advocate for military families. Following his military service, he served as president and chief executive officer of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). His final active-duty assignment was as commander of Air Combat Command, after previously serving as commander of Pacific Air Forces and air component commander for U.S. Pacific Command. Throughout his career, he held key operational, strategic, and legislative roles, including director of operational planning and director of legislative liaison in the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force.

April Edrington is the founder and President of Edrington Consulting. She previously held senior leadership roles at Harvard University, including Senior Director for Strategic Priorities, Managing Director of Institutional Partnerships at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Earlier in her career, she worked with several nonprofit organizations, including the National Women’s Political Caucus and NARAL. April is a graduate of Harvard College and the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Dr. Allen M. Edwards serves as Principal Advisor for Government Programs at Delta Dental, where he leads strategic initiatives to improve oral health outcomes across federal and Medicaid programs. He brings extensive experience in federal healthcare policy, having previously served over a decade on the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services, where he authored major reforms to the military health system and TRICARE Dental Program. A Doctor of Dental Medicine and retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, Dr. Edwards combines clinical expertise with deep policy knowledge to advance innovative, data-driven healthcare solutions with military families top of mind.

Leslie Fautsch is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Leidos, bringing over two decades of experience as a senior HR executive and licensed employment attorney. She leads enterprise-wide human capital strategies that drive business growth, optimize workforce performance, and enhance the employee experience. Her recent work includes a comprehensive review of over $1 billion in total rewards offerings, resulting in enhancements designed to attract, retain, and engage top talent. Leslie is an accomplished human resources leader with deep expertise in HR operation and strategic planning, built on a foundation of senior roles in the defense industry and an early career as a labor and employment attorney.

Tina W. Jonas is a seasoned executive and nationally recognized defense, military, and aerospace policy expert. She served as Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) from 2004 to 2008, following senior roles at the FBI, the Office of Management and Budget, and the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee. She was president of UnitedHealthcare Military and Veterans in the private sector and held leadership roles in the aerospace and defense industry. She is an independent consultant and board member for several organizations, including the National Military Family Association, the Aerospace Corporation, the National Defense Industrial Association, and Airbus Group North America. Tina holds degrees from Arizona State University and Georgetown University, with additional executive studies at Harvard and the University of Virginia.

Gail McGinn once held the distinction of being the highest-ranking civilian woman in the Department of Defense, with a career dedicated to advancing support for service members and their families. A former military child and Army spouse, she brought her unique perspective to every personal and professional role. She served in senior leadership positions across the Pentagon, overseeing military community programs, education systems, family support, and personnel policy. She also led key initiatives focused on foreign language capability and sexual assault prevention. Gail’s service has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Presidential Meritorious Executive Rank Award and the Secretary of Defense Award for Distinguished Civilian Service.

Dr. Gene Migliaccio is a public health leader with over 35 years of federal service in health care leadership, education, and policy. He serves as Associate Dean for Applied Public Health, Professor of Global Public Health, and Director of the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Program. A former member of the Senior Executive Service, he held key leadership roles with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Health and Human Services, including overseeing an $11 billion annual budget for Veteran community care and leading occupational health services for 1.8 million federal employees. A retired Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Public Health Service and the U.S. Air Force Medical Service Corps, Dr. Migliaccio also served as Chief of Staff (Acting) for the U.S. Surgeon General. He is CEO of Public Health Strategies, LLC, and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the National Academy of Public Administration.

Dana Richardson is a Navy spouse and dedicated advocate for military families. As the spouse of Adm. John Richardson, former Chief of Naval Operations, Dana used her leadership to support military spouse initiatives, family programs, and access to critical family resources. She has served in leadership roles with organizations, including NMFA, the Naval Officer’s Spouse Club, and the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. Dana is also an advisor for Naval Services FamilyLine and played a role in creating a vibrant CORE community within the Navy League, with support from dedicated spouses.