Board of Directors

2025-2026

Premier Community HealthCare, Inc. is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that provides oversight, accountability, and strategic guidance. The board is comprised of local business leaders, community residents, public officials, and patients who support Premier’s mission and help ensure access to high-quality, affordable care across our communities.

Tony Coleman

Chair

Valerie Anderson-Stallworth

Vice Chair

Steven Knobl, Ph.D.

Governance Chair

Lillian MutavaNdugwa

Treasurer/Finance Chair

Nick Carideo

Secretary

Marla Banta

Director

Dell O. Barnes Sr.

Director

Nelson Cruz

Director

Emily Gilbert

Director

Fr. Elliot Rodriguez

Director

William Rowe

Director

Board members:

• Meet monthly
• Operate under a committee and structure
• Are active in the business affairs of the organization
• Attend training conferences related to community health center operations
• Participate in strategic planning sessions every three years
• Regularly address the board’s compliance with all Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC) expectations and related requirements to continue operating as a Federally Qualified Health Center. This is inclusive of hiring and evaluating the Chief Executive Officer, adopting policies and procedures, approving the annual budget and schedule of hours in which the community health center operates.

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a member of the Board of Directors, please contact Susan Roberts at 352-518-2000 ext. 9000 or [email protected]

Click Here to download a Board of Directors membership application.