Governor Announces Appointments

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today he has made appointments to the Secure Choice Savings Plan Board, the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and the State Board of Health.

Name: Miriam Martinez
Position: Member - Secure Choice Savings Plan Board

Governor Bruce Rauner has appointed Miriam Martinez to the Secure Choice Savings Plan Board. Martinez is currently the Deputy Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer at the Chicago Treasurer's Office and brings more than 30 years of experience to the position.

In the Chicago Treasurer's Office, Martinez oversees the day-to-day activities of the City Treasurer's portfolio and is responsible for ensuring the city's various portfolios achieve the highest returns while meeting established liquidity needs and investment policy standards. Prior to coming to Chicago, Martinez worked for the New York State Insurance Fund as its Director of Investments. In that position she oversaw a diversified $16 billion portfolio.

Martinez earned her bachelor's degree in economics from Hobart and William Smith Colleges. She lives in Chicago.

Name: Maureen Josh
Position: Member - Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority

Governor Bruce Rauner has reappointed DeKalb County Circuit Clerk Maureen Josh to the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority. Her years of experience in managing court records will provide the board with valuable insight. She also previously served on the ICJIA from 2000-2006.

Josh has been the DeKalb County Circuit Clerk for the past 31 years, where she is the keeper of court records. She manages a team of 35 other clerks, while working with members and agencies of the court system, as well as the general public. Prior to becoming clerk, she worked as a secretary for the DeKalb County State's Attorney.

Josh earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. She lives in Sycamore.

Name: Jose Sanchez
Position: Member - State Board of Health

Governor Bruce Rauner has appointed Jose Sanchez to the State Board of Health. Sanchez' 30 years of experience as a hospital administrator and healthcare executive make him an excellent addition to the board.

Sanchez is currently the President and CEO of the Norwegian American Hospital. He oversees the hospital's operation that covers 200 beds and more than 1,000 employees and doctors. In four years, he turned the hospital's net margin from a loss of $4.5 million to a profit of $1 million.

Prior to this, Sanchez worked for Generations+/Northern Manhattan Health Network as its Senior Vice President. The company is one of the largest healthcare networks in the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation.

Sanchez earned his bachelor's degree from City College of New York and his master's degree in social work from Adelphi University. He lives in Chicago.

Name: David Banaszynski
Position: Member - State Board of Health

Governor Bruce Rauner has reappointed David Banaszynski to the State Board of Health. He has served on this board since 2012, and brings 18 years of experience in public health to the board.

Banaszynski has worked for the Village of Hoffman Estates since 1997 and is currently a Health Officer. In this role, he inspects a number of establishments and businesses to ensure they're safe for patrons including: child care centers, pools and spas, tanning establishments, and massage therapy centers. He also responds to questions and complaints about common public health issues like lead, radon, mold and West Nile virus.

Banaszynski earned his bachelor's degree from Northern Illinois University. He lives in Huntley.

Name: Beth Fiorini
Position: Member - State Board of Health

Governor Bruce Rauner has reappointed Beth Fiorini to the State Board of Health. In addition to her experience as a healthcare administrator and nurse, Fiorini has served on this board since 2014.

Fiorini is currently the Public Health Administrator and CEO of the Whiteside County Health Department. In this role, she is responsible for all areas of the public health department and community health center. Prior to this, she was the Director of Nursing.

In addition to her prior service on this board, Fiorini also serves on the Ebola Task Force. She also previously served on the Maternal and Child Health Advisory Board.

Fiorini earned her bachelor's degree from Northern Illinois University and her master's degree in hospital administration from the College of St. Francis. She lives in Rock Falls.