MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

• business license, certificate, permit, and application portal
• employment advancement right now (EARN) program
• federal jobs for veterans
• occupational & professional licensing
• public records requests
• unemployment insurance
• workforce exchange [for job seekers]
• Maryland Workforce Expressway
• Port of Baltimore Worker Retention Program
• Port of Baltimore Worker Support Program

Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor (410) 230-6020
Jason Perkins-Cohen, Deputy Secretary (410) 230-6018
Elliot J. C. Schreur, Assistant Secretary, Family & Medical Leave Insurance (410) 230-6008
Rachel Torres, Assistant Secretary, Unemployment Insurance (667) 207-6520
Erin J. Roth, Assistant Secretary, Workforce Development & Adult Learning (410) 767-5870
Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation (410) 230-6361
Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry (410) 767-2961
John C. Dove, Jr., Commissioner of Occupational & Professional Licensing (410) 230-6226
Nicholas C. Sokolow, Principal Counsel (410) 230-6124

100 South Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21201 - 2709
(410) 230-6020; fax: (410) 333-0853; tty: (410) 383-7555
e-mail: secretary.labor@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/

OFFICE OF SECRETARY

MARYLAND EMPLOYMENT ADVANCEMENT RIGHT NOW (EARN) STAKEHOLDER WORK GROUP
Staff: (410) 230-6012

Co-Chair: Harry Coker, Jr., Secretary of Commerce
Co-Chair: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor

OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA RELATIONS
Dinah Winnick, Director of Communications (410) 230-6020; e-mail: dinah.winnick@maryland.gov

Jennifer Esparza, Chief of Staff (410) 230-6020; e-mail: jennifer.esparza@maryland.gov
Ashley N. Sharp, Deputy Chief of Staff (410) 230-6069; e-mail: ashley.sharp@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Manager of Constituent Services
Andrea Hollen, Chief of Digital Products (443) 826-8713; e-mail: andrea.hollen@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Director, Performance Management Program (410) 230-6071

DEPUTY SECRETARY
Jason Perkins-Cohen, Deputy Secretary (410) 230-6018
e-mail: jason.perkins-cohen@maryland.gov

BOARD OF APPEALS
(P00A0111)
FY2025 appropriation: $2,060,596; authorized positions: 12

Appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval to 6-year terms:
Matthew A. Lawrence, Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor, 6-year term), 2029
Kimberly McCoy Burns, Esq., 2025; Eileen M. Rehrmann, 2027.

LOWER APPEALS DIVISION
(P00A0112)
FY2025 appropriation: $5,483,398; authorized positions: 37.50
Debyn W. Purdie, Esq., Director & Chief Hearing Examiner (410) 767-2421
e-mail: debyn.purdie@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
(P00B0101, formerly P00B0103)
FY2025 appropriation: $8,903,844; authorized positions: 66
Elizabeth L. (Liz) Williams, Director (410) 767-2997; e-mail: liz.williams@maryland.gov
Fatimah H. Pierce, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-1495; e-mail: fatimah.pierce@maryland.gov
BUDGET
Kimberly Grandy, Chief (410) 767-9652; e-mail: kimberly.grandy2@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Deputy Chief (410) 767-2152; e-mail:

GENERAL SERVICES
(P00B0104)
FY2025 appropriation: $7,049,611; authorized positions: 33
Jamar L. Short, Director (410) 767-2199; e-mail: jamar.short@maryland.gov
Rachelle Lott, Deputy Director (410) 767-2199; e-mail: rachelle.lott@maryland.gov

FACILITIES
Willie J. Pack, Jr., Manager (410) 767-2310
e-mail: willie.pack@maryland.gov

RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Jamar L. Short, Records Officer (410) 767-2199; e-mail: jamar.short@maryland.gov


HUMAN RESOURCES
(formerly P00B0106)
Aaron Jacobs, Director (410) 230-6302
e-mail: aaron.jacobs1@maryland.gov

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(P00B0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $5,372,804; authorized positions: 37
Tara D. Murphy, Acting Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2882; e-mail: tara.murphy@maryland.gov
Tara D. Murphy, Deputy Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2882; e-mail: tara.murphy@maryland.gov

Vlad Udachin, Webmaster (410) 767-2861; e-mail: vlad.udachin@maryland.gov

PC/WEB DEVELOPMENT
PRODUCTION SUPPORT

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
David A. Stine, Chief Technology Officer (410) 767-2889
e-mail: david.stine@maryland.gov

OPERATIONS
Josephe R. Petrosino, Manager (410) 767-2852
e-mail: joe.petrosino@maryland.gov

SECURITY
Vacancy, Chief Security Officer (410) 767-2880
e-mail:

PROCUREMENT
Raelene Glasgow, Chief (410) 230-6031
e-mail: raelene.glasgow3@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF COUNSEL
(P00A0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $4,778,457; authorized positions: 25.97
Nicholas C. Sokolow, Principal Counsel (410) 230-6124; e-mail: nicholas.sokolow@maryland.gov
Leza Griffith, Deputy Counsel, Advice (410) 230-6268; e-mail: leza.griffith1@maryland.gov
Kris M. King, Deputy Counsel, Litigation (410) 230-6114; e-mail: kris.king@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF FAIR PRACTICES
(P00A0108)
FY2025 appropriation: $618,639; authorized positions: 5
Yvette A. Dickens, Director (410) 230-6326
e-mail: yvette.dickens@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE & REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Andrew A. Fulginiti, Director (410) 230-6020
e-mail: andrew.fulginiti@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF PROGRAM ANALYSIS & AUDIT
(P00A0102)
FY2025 appropriation: $550,840; authorized positions: 4
Samuel K. Pannoh, Director (410) 767-2214
e-mail: samuel.pannoh@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY ASSISTANCE
Vacancy, Executive Director (410) 230-6296
e-mail: osbra.inquiry@maryland.gov

STATE CUSTOMER SERVICE & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS TRAINING PROGRAM

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION

Michael J. Sprouse, Deputy Commissioner for Depository Activities (410) 230-6214; e-mail: michael.sprouse@maryland.gov
Kathleen P. Hyland, Deputy Commissioner for Non-Depository Activities (443) 970-4791; e-mail: kat.hyland@maryland.gov

STATE COLLECTION AGENCY LICENSING BOARD
Ayanna Daugherty, Administrator (410) 230-6019; e-mail: ayanna.daugherty@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/finance/collagboard.shtml

Chair: Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation (410) 230-6361

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms: Eric S. Friedman; Sandra Holland; Shawn P. Kennedy; Tracy D. Rezvani. Terms expire 2026.

ADMINISTRATION
Michelle A. Denoncourt, Director (410) 230-6161
e-mail: michelle.denoncourt@maryland.gov

CONSUMER & EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Meredith A. Merchant, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6099
e-mail: meredith.merchant@maryland.gov


CONSUMER SERVICES
Karen Brooks, Acting Director (410) 230-6002; e-mail: karen.brooks@maryland.gov


OUTREACH & EDUCATION
Toni White-McCoy, Director (443) 826-8585; e-mail: toni.white-mccoy@maryland.gov


TREND ANALYSIS & REPORTING
Brendan Armbruster, Director (410) 230-6106; e-mail: brendan.armbruster2@maryland.gov

DEPOSITORY CORPORATE ACTIVITIES
Stephen J. Clampett, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6104
e-mail: stephen.clampett1@maryland.gov

DEPOSITORY SUPERVISION
Teresa M. Louro, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6022 e-mail: teresa.louro@maryland.gov

NONDEPOSITORY SUPERVISION
Shereefat Balogun, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6390
e-mail: shereefat.balogun@maryland.gov

ENFORCEMENT
Dana Allen, Director (410) 230-6391; e-mail: dana.allen@maryland.gov


LICENSING


NONDEPOSITORY LICENSING
Arlene F. Williams, Director (410) 230-6068; e-mail: arlenef.williams@maryland.gov


MONEY SERVICES & CONSUMER CREDIT SUPERVISION
Sabrina S. Brown, Director (410) 230-6091; e-mail: sabrina.brown@maryland.gov


MORTGAGE SUPERVISION
Christine A. Brooks, Director (410) 230-6074; e-mail: christine.brooks@maryland.gov


NONDEPOSITORY OPERATIONS
Clifford J. Charland, Director (410) 230-6167; e-mail: clifford.charland@maryland.gov


POLICY & STUDENT LOAN OMBUDSMAN
Amy P. Hennen, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6094; e-mail: amy.hennen@maryland.gov

LEGISLATIVE RESPONSE & SPECIAL PROJECTS
Vacancy, Director (410) 230-6094
STUDENT LOAN OMBUDSMAN
Amy P. Hennen, Student Loan Ombudsman (chosen by Commissioner of Financial Regulation) (410) 230-6077; e-mail: studentloan.ombudsman@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE INSURANCE

DIVISION OF LABOR & INDUSTRY

Vacancy, Senior Advisor

EQUAL PAY COMMISSION
Staff: vacancy (410) 764-8604
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/equalpaycomm.shtml

Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Melissa R. Wells, 2019; Raymond D. Butler, 2023; Patricia M. Baldwin, 2024; Melissa A. Osborne Groves, Ph.D., 2024; Michelle Daugherty Siri, Esq., 2024; Nune Hovhannisyan, Ph.D., 2025; Tin Zhang, Ph.D., 2026; four vacancies.

Ex officio: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry; Glendora C. Hughes, designee of Executive Director, Commission on Civil Rights.

Meetings:

BUILDING CODES ADMINISTRATION
(P00D0109, formerly S00A2203, formerly 37.01.21.03)
FY2025 appropriation: $670,434; authorized positions: 3
Robert Emard, Director (410) 767-0548
e-mail: rob.emard@maryland.gov
e-mail: dldlibuildingcodes-labor@maryland.gov
web: www.labor.maryland.gov/labor/build/

MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE PROGRAM
Staff: Jun Zhao (410) 767-2349; e-mail: jun.zhao@maryland.gov
MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Johns W. Hopkins, Jr., 2014; Richard G. Murphy, 2015; Harold W. Boling, Jr., 2016.

William V. Funk, Jr., 2017; Raymond C. O'Brocki III, 2018; Ghanshyam K. Patel, 2020; Jason C. Green, 2023; Shawn P. Hagan, 2023; Edward G. Landon, 2023; Eric R. Landon, 2023; Steven M. Lichter, 2023; Richard W. Eichelberger, 2026.

twelve vacancies

Ex officio: Carol A. Beatty, Secretary of Disabilities; Carol Anne Gilbert, designee of Secretary of Housing & Community Development; Portia Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Collin Ingraham, designee of State Historic Preservation Officer; Jason M. Mowbray, Acting State Fire Marshal.

Meetings:

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & CLASSIFICATION
(P00D0102)
FY2025 appropriation: $3,233,448; authorized positions: 31.50
Tralene Putman, Director (410) 767-2373
e-mail: tralene.putman@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Tralene Putman, Administrator (410) 767-2373
e-mail: tralene.putman@maryland.gov

Window washers, Lombard St., Baltimore, Maryland, May 2011. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

WORKER CLASSIFICATION PROTECTION UNIT
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail:

LIVING & PREVAILING WAGE PROGRAMS


LIVING WAGE UNIT
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail:

PREVAILING WAGE UNIT
(P00D0107)
FY2025 appropriation: $966,899; authorized positions: 9
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail:
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/prev/

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH
(P00D0108)
FY2025 appropriation: $12,031,527 ; authorized positions: 97
Michael A. Penn, Acting Assistant Commissioner for Occupational Safety & Health (410) 527-2062
e-mail: michael.penn@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/mosh/

Michael A. Penn, Chief of Compliance (410) 527-2062; e-mail: michael.penn@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/labor/mosh/moshadvbd.shtml

Appointed by Commissioner of Labor & Industry with approval of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
Neil B. Christopher, Chair (chosen by Commissioner of Labor & Industry), 2028
Richard Ruehl, 2021; Carol A. Dodson, 2023; Edward R. Arellano, 2027; Clifford S. Mitchell, M.D., 2027; Steven A. Connelly, 2028; John Gibula, 2028; Elizabeth (Sissy) Martin, 2028; Francisco (Frank) Trujillo, 2028.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

Meetings: quarterly

CONSULTATION SERVICES
Barry Dillow, Supervisor (410) 527-4475
e-mail: barry.dillow@maryland.gov

OUTREACH, TRAINING, & EDUCATION
Arathi Kemparaju, Administrator (410) 527-2089
e-mail: arathi.kemparaju1@maryland.gov

RESEARCH & STATISTICS
Trinity Long, Administrative Officer (410) 527-4463
e-mail: trinity.long@maryland.gov

SAFETY & HEALTH COMPLIANCE SERVICES
Cristina Campbell, Program Director & Industrial Hygiene Supervisor (410) 527-2079; e-mail: cristina.campbell@maryland.gov
Brian Timberlake, Assistant Chief of Compliance (301) 791-4699; e-mail: e-mail: brian.timberlake@maryland.gov

SAFETY INSPECTION
(P00D0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $7,210,947; authorized positions: 48
David F. Dearborn, Program Manager (410) 767-0909
e-mail: david.dearborn@maryland.gov

AMUSEMENT RIDE INSPECTION
Robert Finecey, Amusement Ride Supervisor (410) 767-2348
e-mail: dldlisafetyinspection_dllr@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/amus.shtml
STATE AMUSEMENT RIDE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/amusbd.shtml

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Glenn D. Fishack, Sr., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2026
Steven M. Rothenberg, 2024; Victor Isailovic, 2025; Gordon B. Trimper, 2025; Samantha B. La Mell, Esq., 2026; Stephan Pastusak, 2026; Roy E. Shaw, 2026; Karen C. Nicklas, 2027; one vacancy.

Meetings:

BOILER & PRESSURE VESSEL SAFETY INSPECTION
Steven F. Noonan, Chief Boiler Inspector (410) 767-2333
e-mail: steven.noonan@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/boil.shtml
BOARD OF BOILER RULES
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/boilbd.shtml

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Ashwani K. Gupta, Ph.D., Chair (chosen by Board), 2027
Eric R. Harvey, 2025; Brian M. Wodka, 2025; Phillip W. Kruer, 2028; Daniel J. Weber, 2028; Zoe Baynard, 2029; Jennifer Bullock, 2029; Jeffrey B. Pope, 2029; Ronald K. Warden, 2029.

Ex officio: Devki Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

ELEVATOR SAFETY INSPECTION
R. Kaese Dillman, Chief Inspector (410) 767-2350
e-mail: ralph.dillman@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/elev.shtml

RAILROAD SAFETY & HEALTH
(P00D0103)
FY2025 appropriation: $470,850; authorized positions: 4
Vacancy, Chief Inspector (410) 767-2052
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/rail.shtml

DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL LICENSING

Patricia (Danielle) Evans, Executive Assistant (410) 230-6221; e-mail: patricia.evans@maryland.gov

Matthew McKinney, Director of Government Affairs (443) 676-9098; e-mail: matthew.mckinney@maryland.gov
Danielle P. Anderson, Policy & Communications Coordinator (410) 230-6197; e-mail: danielle.anderson1@maryland.gov

STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Johnston (Jay) Brown, Interim Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: johnston.brown@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/ath/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
David J. Norman, Esq., Chair (chosen by Commission), 2027
Brian D. Boles, 2025; Kristi G. Hall, Psy.D., 2029; James (Binky) Jones, 2029; Jerusa Cari Wilson 2029.

STATE BOARD OF BARBERS
Nicole Fletcher, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; e-mail: nicole.fletcher@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/barbers/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Lawrence K. Franklin, President (chosen by Governor), 2025
Wade H. Menendez, 2025; Andrew Campbell, 2028; Channing Trent, 2028; Lanine Swann, 2029; Toni Y. Wallace, 2029; Yasmine V. Young, 2029.

OFFICE OF CEMETERY OVERSIGHT
Deborah A. Rappazzo, Executive Director (appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval)
(410) 230-6228; e-mail: deborah.rappazzo@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/cem/

Edgar Allan Poe Tombstone, Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, West Fayette St. & Greene St., Baltimore, Maryland, August 2018. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

ADVISORY COUNCIL ON CEMETERY OPERATIONS
Appointed by Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Frank A. Porter, Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor), 2024
Yvonne Fisher, 2023; Erich March, 2023; Walter S. Tegeler III, 2023; J. Michael Bennett, 2024; David Zinner, 2024; Craig Huff, 2025; Bruce Hultquist, 2025; Christopher Palmer, 2025, John (Ron) Pearcey, 2025, two vacancies.

STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGISTS
Nicole Fletcher, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; nicole.fletcher@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cos/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term)
Shanay L. Dudley, 2024; Maurice Fains, 2025; Lisa Ennis, 2026; Rosalind Y. Holsey, 2027; April A. Kenney, 2027; Kelly L. Kirby-Canty, 2027; Katrina L. Lee, 2027.

STATE BOARD OF ELECTRICIANS
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/elec/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Chet M. Brown, Chair (chosen by Board in Jan., 1-year term), 2024
John C. Peterson, 2024; William Eric Smith, 2024; Walter D. Irvin, Jr., 2025; Steven M. Petri, Sr., 2025; Gregg S. Kaderabek, 2026; Donald Steinman, 2026; Amadou Magazi, 2027; one vacancy.

ELEVATOR SAFETY REVIEW BOARD
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/elev/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Edward M. Hord, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2025


Jason A. Danker; William D. Hosea; Thomas C. Lindsay, Jr.; Charles Meeks; Michael W. Moran; three vacancies. Terms expire 2025.

Ex officio: Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

STATE BOARD OF STATIONARY ENGINEERS
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/stateng/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Brian M. Wodka, Chair (chosen by Board, 1-year term), 2023
Lance R. Brown, 2021; Gary W. Brown, 2023; John F. Arizaga, 2025; Christa M. Tichy, 2026; two vacancies.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Steven F. Noonan, Chief Boiler Inspector

STATE BOARD OF FORESTERS
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/for/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 5-year terms:
Michael J. Huneke, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2027
Anthony H. DiPaolo, 2024; Jake R. Martin, Esq., 2024; Brian F. Knox, 2025; John P. Markovich, 2026; Daniel Ray Rider, 2028; G. Jill Rhyne-Grey, 2029.

STATE BOARD OF HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR-CONDITIONING, & REFRIGERATION CONTRACTORS
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/hvacr/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)
Richard C. Ludlow, 2021; Ezio S. Rebechi, Jr., 2022; Michael J. Giangrandi, 2025; Amadou Magazi, 2025; David E. Politzer, 2026; Michael R. Weglarz, 2026; Kabir A. Ahmed, 2027; Dwight Needham, 2027; Robert Parker, 2028.

MARYLAND HOME IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION
David R. Finneran, Executive Director (410) 230-6169; e-mail: david.finneran@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/mhic/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Joseph A. Tunney, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2023
Robert A. Altieri, 2024; Heather L. Connellee, 2025; Chandler C. Louden, 2025; Michael Thomas, 2025; Michael D. Shilling, 2026; Irma Jean P. White, 2026; Lauren E. Lake, Esq., 2028; William B. Quackenbush, Jr., 2028.

STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pl/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Joseph A. Radtka, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2028
Keith R. Horton, 2021; Richard C. Bowers, 2024; Leif Hancock, Sr., 2024; Hayward F. Hinkhaus, Jr., 2026; Robert Parker, 2026; Megan Klepsig, 2028; two vacancies.

STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cpa/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board)
Leslie A. Mostow, 2021; Macon M. Ware III, 2023; Tamara B. Bensky, 2024; Joseph P. Petito, Esq., 2024; Brian M. Dunne, 2025; Jan L. Williams, Ph.D., 2025; Barrett E. Young III, 2025; Pamela Wright Gray, 2026.

STATE COMMISSION OF REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS, APPRAISAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES, & HOME INSPECTORS
Todd Blackistone, Executive Director (410) 230-6165; e-mail: todd.blackistone@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/reahi/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Robert S. Troxell, Chair (chosen by Commission in Jan., 1-year term), 2024
Jeremiah P. Hosford, 2024; Coleen M. Courtney-Morrison, 2025; William McCain, 2025; Gerald M. Pickholtz, 2025; Todd D. Warren, 2025; Stacy A. Harman, 2026; Onyemaechi C. Nweke, 2026; Thomas E. Owen, 2026; Karen J. Trendler, 2026; Melanie Gamble, 2027; Nneka N'namdi, 2027; Rachel Oslund, 2027; Eddie L. Hawkins, Jr., 2028; one vacancy.

STATE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
Raquel M. Meyers, Interim Executive Director (410) 230-6227; e-mail: raquel.meyers@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/mrec/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Donna L. Horgan, Chair (chosen by Commission in July, 1-year term) 2025
Jacinta R. Bottoms-Spencer, 2025; Nea Maloo, 2026; Sandra M. Olson, 2026; Jean-Jacques M. Ellong, 2027; Demetria C. Scott, 2027; Michael Thomas, 2027; Michael W. Lord, Esq., 2028; Kambon R. Williams, Esq., 2028.

STATE BOARD OF INDIVIDUAL TAX PREPARERS
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/taxprep/

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms with advice of Attorney General, Comptroller, & Secretary of Labor:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board)
Jacqueline D. Clarke, 2020; Jane M. Bourassa, 2023; Victoria Eve Kelly, Esq., 2024; Symon M. Manyara, Ph.D., 2024; Alex Franks, 2025; Javier N. Solis, 2025; Brian E. McCurdy, 2027; Janice Shih, Esq., 2027; Nayo K. Carter-Gray, 2028.

REGISTRATION OF LAND PROFESSIONALS
Staff: Sean A. Heeter (410) 230-6196; e-mail: sean.heeter@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/oilgas/

LICENSURE OF LOCKSMITHS
Staff: Antoinette P. Thembi (410) 230-6159; e-mail: antoinette.ramirez1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/locksmiths/

LICENSURE OF SECONDHAND PRECIOUS METAL OBJECT DEALERS & PAWNBROKERS
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pm/

LICENSURE OF SPORTS AGENTS
Johnston (Jay) Brown, Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: johnston.brown@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/sports/

PROFESSIONAL LICENSING BOARDS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Assistant Executive Director (410) 230-6263

OVERLAPPING PRACTICE PANEL


STATE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/arch/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Cynthia E. Shonaiya, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2028
Kevin G. Sneed, 2024; Mark R. Flemming, 2025; Paul D. Edmeades, 2026; Douglas J. Polt, 2027; Casey Dawkins, 2028; Gretel M. Lott, 2029.

STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pe/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Sallye E. Perrin, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2027
Pastor Farinas, 2025; Judith Ann Miller, 2025; Edward A. Hubner, 2026; Karl J. Rickert, 2027; Dhrubajyoti (DJ) Biswas, 2028; Kathryn O'Connor Gunkel, 2028; Tracey Lee Clark, 2029.

STATE BOARD OF CERTIFIED INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cid/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Robyn I. Dubick, Chair (chosen by Board in June, 1-year term), 2025
Suzanne Frasier, 2024; Michael A. Daly, 2025; Nichole Ann McCollum, 2025; Cynthia M. Berardo, 2026; Carmen Parsons Sneed, 2026; one vacancy.

STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/ls/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Thomas L. Frazier, Jr., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2027
John V. Mettee III, 2025; Jeanne L. Nebre, 2025; Derrick W. McLaughlin, 2027; Erick R. Quintanilla, 2029; Tammy Y. Moore Rollins, 2029.

STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/la/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Christopher L. Schein, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2025
Cameron C. Duncan, 2025; David S. Thaler, 2025; Heather English, 2026; Grace E. Fielder, 2026.

STATE BOARD OF PILOTS
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/bp/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 2-year terms:
Alexander C. Sandy Steeves, Esq., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2024
Kevin L. Hanna, 2023; Shimon D. Horowitz, 2023; David R. Chenowith, 2024; Michael S. Derby, 2024; John R. Kinlein, 2024; Michael R. Reagoso III, 2026.

Ex officio: John C. Dove, Commissioner, designee of Secretary of Labor; Eric A. Nielsen, President, Association of Maryland Pilots.

DIVISION OF RACING

Harness racing, east of Denton (Caroline County), Maryland, August 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

STATE RACING COMMISSION
(P00E0102)
FY2025 appropriation: $81,031,538 ; authorized positions: 4
(410) 296-9682
e-mail: racing@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
George P. Mahoney, Jr., Chair (chosen by Governor in July, 1-year term), 2026
Konrad M. Wayson, 2024; Jennifer Wright, D.V.M., 2024; Shawn Wright, 2024; Nicole D. Earle, 2025; Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., 2025; Terry West, 2026; Robert J. Lillis, 2027; Ellen M. Zavian, Esq., 2027.

Appointed by Governor: George L. Doetsch, State Lottery & Gaming Control Commission Liaison

MARYLAND-BRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cricket Goodall, Administrator (410) 252-2100
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/advi.shtml

Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 1-year terms:
Terry West, Chair (1-year term), 2025
Albert F. Allen, III; William K. (Billy) Boniface; Georgeanne Hale; Kent Murry; Katherine Voss. Terms expire 2025.

MARYLAND STANDARDBRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cheri Stambaugh, Fund Administrator (410) 775-0152
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/fund.shtml

Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., Chair (1-year term), 2025
James Ladwig, 2026; Michael Hall, 2027; Lisa Watts, 2027; Bobbi Jones, 2028; Gary White, 2028.

DIVISION OF UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

Margaret M. Rekstis, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 767-2488 e-mail: margaretm.rekstis@maryland.gov

BENEFITS
Julie Moore, Director (301) 723-2043; e-mail: julie.moore@maryland.gov
Pamela Holland, Deputy Director (410) 767-2600; e-mail: pamela.holland@maryland.gov

BENEFIT PAYMENT CONTROL
Nakia Jordan, Director (301) 723-2118
e-mail: nakia.jordan1@maryland.gov

CONTRIBUTIONS
Robert Poler, Director (410) 767-2492; e-mail: robert.poler5@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Deputy Director (410) 767-2492; e-mail:

ACCOUNT MAINTENANCE
Cecilia Stephens, Chief (410) 767-2685
e-mail: cecilia.stephens@maryland.gov

ACCOUNTING & FUND MANAGEMENT
John Fahnbutu, Chief (410) 767-4366
e-mail: john.fahnbutu@maryland.gov

LEGAL SERVICES
Orbie Shively, Chief (410) 767-2813; e-mail: orbie.shively@maryland.gov


TAX ENFORCEMENT
Sandeep Parikh, Chief (410) 767-2612
e-mail: sandeep.parikh@maryland.gov

FISCAL & SUPPORT SERVICES
Likivu Speaks, Director (410) 767-4146
e-mail: likivu.speaks@maryland.gov

POLICY & PLANNING
Soon Kang, Director (410) 767-2469
e-mail: soon.kang@maryland.gov

RE-EMPLOYMENT
Ann Marie Gunning, Manager (410) 767-9664
e-mail: annmarie.gunning@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & ADULT LEARNING

John S. Feaster III, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 767-5870; e-mail: johns.feasteriii@maryland.gov

APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING
(P00D0106, formerly 34.04.01.06)
Christopher D. MacLarion, Director of Apprenticeship & Training (chosen by Secretary of Labor) (410) 767-3969
e-mail: christopher.maclarion@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/employment/appr/
APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COUNCIL
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor and Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Brian S. Cavey, Chair (chosen by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor, 4-year term), 2025
Neil E. Wilford, Jr., 2024; Stephanie L. Anderson, 2025; Shaunta J. Chapple, DNP, R.N., 2025; Norbert R. Klusmann, Sr., 2025; Grant B. Shmelzer, 2025; Lateefah Durant, 2026; Terriea Small, 2026; Minah Woo, 2026; Tasha Cornish, 2027; Harry F. Preston, 2027; Christopher W. Hadfield, 2028.

Consultants appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor: three vacancies.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Charles S, Wallace, Assistant State Superintendent for Career & College Readiness, State Dept. of Education; Nick Burdick, State Director, Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, U.S. Department of Labor - Multi-State Navigator.

YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Staff: Jeffrey W. Smith (410) 767-0227; e-mail: jeffrey.smith1@maryland.gov


Appointed by Governor:
Grant B. Shmelzer, Chair
Michelle L. Butt; Brian S. Cavey; Diana Ellis; Jason Dee Hardebeck; Jill M. McClune; David S. Thaler; Kelly M. Winters; two vacancies.

Ex officio: Sarah D. Sheppard, designee of Secretary of Commerce; Shauntia Lindsay, designee of Secretary of Juvenile Services; Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Erin J. Roth, Assistant Secretary for Workforce Development & Adult Learning; Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools.

COMMUNICATIONS
Susan R. Kaliush, Manager (410) 767-2041
e-mail: susan.kaliush@maryland.gov

MARYLAND EMPLOYMENT ADVANCEMENT RIGHT NOW (EARN) PROGRAM
Mary C. Keller, Administrator (410) 767-2017
e-mail: mary.keller@maryland.gov

MONITORING & COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
Tanya Y. Washington, Manager (410) 767-2098
e-mail: tanya.washington@maryland.gov

NEW AMERICANS WORKFORCE PROGRAM
Joana Winningham, Coordinator (410) 767-2822
e-mail: joana.winningham@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/newamerwrkforce.shtml

POLICY
Robert Ruffins, Director (410) 767-2268
e-mail: robert.ruffins@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY SERVICES
(P00G0112)
FY2025 appropriation: $3,192,977; authorized positions: 14
Perketer M. Tucker, Director (410) 767-4150
e-mail: perketer.tucker@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/gedmd/
ADULT HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM SECTION
Perketer M. Tucker, Chief (410) 767-4150
e-mail: perketer.tucker@maryland.gov

ADULT INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES SECTION
Douglas Weimer, Chief (410) 767-0161
e-mail: douglas.weimer@maryland.gov

GED TESTING SERVICE SECTION
Molly H. Dugan, Chief (410) 767-0069
e-mail: molly.dugan@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION
(P00G0113, formerly R00A0115, 36.01.01.15)
FY2025 appropriation: $25,704,051 ; authorized positions: 148
Ruschelle Reuben, Director of Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions (410) 767-9769
e-mail: ruschelle.reuben@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/ce/

CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION COUNCIL
Co-Chair: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor
Co-Chair: Carolyn J. Scruggs, Secretary of Public Safety & Correctional Services

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Jennifer Gauthier; Yariela Kerr-Donovan; Antoine Maurice Payne; Jack R. Weber, Jr. Terms expire 2024.

Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools: Michael J. Martirano, Ed.D.

Representing a local correctional facility: Mary Ann Thompson

Ex officio: Harry Coker, Jr., Secretary of Commerce; Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools; Sanjay K. Rai, Ph.D., Secretary of Higher Education; Carim Khouzami, Chair, Governor's Workforce Development Board; James S. Klauber, President, Hagerstown Community College; Jack B. Cunning, D.C., Acting Director, Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions.

ADULT CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION FIELD SERVICE
Jack B. Cunning, D.C., Field Director (410) 767-0079
e-mail: jack.cunning@maryland.gov

CENTRAL MARYLAND


JESSUP CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Jessup)
Cynthia L. Blackwell, Principal (410) 799-0100, ext. 2803; e-mail: cynthia.blackwell@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - JESSUP
Ja'Ken T. Caston, Principal (410) 540-6785; e-mail: jaken.caston@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION FOR WOMEN - JESSUP
Shakera Lambert, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: shakera.lambert@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL PRE-RELEASE SYSTEM
Edward W. Schwabeland, Principal (410) 540-6687; e-mail: edward.schwabeland@maryland.gov

METROPOLITAN TRANSITION CENTER (Baltimore City)
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS TRAINING CENTER (Baltimore City)
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov

PATUXENT INSTITUTION (Jessup)
Christina L. Sparr, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: christina.sparr@maryland.gov

EASTERN MARYLAND


EASTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Westover)
June C. Brittingham, Principal, East School (410) 845-4207; e-mail: june.brittingham@maryland.gov
Melissa P. Murphy, Principal, West School (410) 845-4205; e-mail: melissa.murphy@maryland.gov

WESTERN MARYLAND


MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - HAGERSTOWN
Laura Martin, Principal (240) 420-1340; e-mail: laura.martin@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL TRAINING CENTER (Hagerstown)
Deron R. Crawford, Principal (240) 420-1602; e-mail: deron.crawford@maryland.gov

NORTH BRANCH CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7599; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov

ROXBURY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Hagerstown)
Peggy M. Stanford, Principal (240) 420-3291; e-mail: peggy.stanford@maryland.gov

WESTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7149; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov

PROGRAM COORDINATION SERVICES

ACADEMIC & ADVANCED EDUCATION
Patrick G. Hruz, Coordinator (410) 767-0498; e-mail: patrick.hruz1@maryland.gov

CORRECTIONAL LIBRARIES
June C. Brittingham, Supervisor (410) 845-4000, ext. 6423; e-mail: june.brittingham@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
Tamara L. Barron, Coordinator (301) 767-9761; e-mail: tamara.barron@maryland.gov

SPECIAL EDUCATION
Katherine Lander, Coordinator (410) 767-0492; e-mail: katherine.lander1@maryland.gov

TECHNOLOGY
James D. Boden, Information Technology Specialist (301) 766-9443; e-mail: james.boden@maryland.gov

TRANSITION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Erica N. DuBose, Coordinator (410) 767-9764; e-mail: erica.dubose@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
(P00G0107, formerly P00G0103, formerly P00G0104)
FY2025 appropriation: $97,290,936; authorized positions: 284.70
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995
e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov

BUSINESS SERVICES
Ann Marie Gunning, Manager (410) 767-9664; e-mail: annmarie.gunning@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/busservices.shtml

DISABILITY & YOUTH SERVICES
Kristen Patterson, Coordinator (410) 767-4736; e-mail: kristen.patterson@maryland.gov


DISLOCATION SERVICES
Sheila Bouloubassis, Administrator (410) 767-2833; e-mail: sheila.bouloubassis@maryland.gov

PROFESSIONAL OUTPLACEMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER
Suja Joseph, Director (301) 362-1646; fax: (301) 362-9719
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/poac/

AMERICAN JOB CENTER CAREER SYSTEM
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995; e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/county/

LOCAL ONE-STOP CAREER CENTERS

MARYLAND RE-ENTRY INITIATIVE
Vacancy, Administrator (301) 767-2018


SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Lorella Dicks, Manager (410) 767-2093; e-mail: lorella.dicks@maryland.gov


SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Josephine Cabi, Coordinator (410) 767-2160; e-mail: josephine.cabi@maryland.gov


VETERANS SERVICES
LeRoy A. Thomas, Coordinator (410) 767-2015; e-mail: leroy.thomas@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/veteranservices.shtml

OFFICE OF WORKFORCE INFORMATION & PERFORMANCE
Carolyn J. Mitchell, Director (410) 767-2953
e-mail: carolyn.mitchell@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/lmi/index.shtml

Adam Greeney, Chief Economist (410) 767-2253
e-mail: adam.greeney@maryland.gov

BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2265

MARYLAND WORKFORCE EXCHANGE
Chad H. White, Manager (410) 767-2103; e-mail: chad.white@maryland.gov
web: https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx

PERFORMANCE & DATA QUALITY UNIT
Lynda G. Weber, Manager (410) 767-2902; e-mail: lynda.weber@maryland.gov

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