Association
Leadership

The 1/9 Association is led by Marines, Corpsmen, and family members who understand the value of service, sacrifice, and brotherhood. They carry the legacy of The Walking Dead forward, honoring the past while building a purposeful future. Meet the leaders who guide our mission and keep our brotherhood strong.

Officers and Directors

  • Matt Valenzuela

    VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
    Chairman Communications Committee
    Finance Committee
    Technology Committee

  • Michael Vallejo

    CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
    Finance Committee
    Technology Committee

  • Michael Saxton

    SECRETARY
    Technology Committee

  • Aaron Ambrose

    DIRECTOR
    Membership Committee

  • Matthew Balas

    DIRECTOR
    Chairman Technology Committee
    Finance Committee

  • Rod Fink

    DIRECTOR
    Chairman- Historical Preservation Committee

  • Wes Fortman

    DIRECTOR
    Membership Committee
    Phoenix Local Area Coordinator

  • Hugh Hopson

    DIRECTOR
    Chairman Membership Committee
    Finance Committee

  • Dave James

    DIRECTOR
    Chairman Reunion Committee

  • Tim Leonardo

    DIRECTOR
    Humanitarian Committee Chairman

  • Frank Ramirez

    DIRECTOR

  • Alphonso Smith

    DIRECTOR
    Membership Committee

  • Barry St. Onge

    DIRECTOR
    Membership Committee

  • James Vierstra

    DIRECTOR

  • Brian Welsh

    DIRECTOR
    Finance Committee
    Philadelphia Local Area Coordinator

  • Larry Mccauley

    STRATEGIC ADVISOR

  • Ray Linebaugh

    CHAPLAIN