The AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) Associate Board includes young professionals and emerging leaders who are passionate about the fight for HIV/AIDS services and prevention in the Chicagoland area. Members of the Associate Board act as ambassadors for AFC by taking part in fundraising, community service, and advocacy activities that create health equity and justice for people affected by HIV/AIDS and other related chronic diseases. 

Chris Hamilton
Chris is an attorney currently working in the federal court system. Prior to his current role, Chris was a senior associate at a large law firm, where he focused his robust pro bono practice on advancing LGBTQ+ rights and reproductive justice. He looks forward to continuing that important work on AFC’s Associate Board. He also regularly volunteers at Howard Brown Health and is committed to AFC’s mission of providing vital healthcare and services to individuals living with HIV. In his spare time, Chris loves to read, try out new restaurants in Chicago’s impressive culinary scene, and spend time with his husband and two cats.
Marcus Lawrence
Marcus is currently the Assistant Commercial Property Manager at Mon Ami Real Estate for commercial and residential properties located in Chicago throughout the USA. Served 9 years in the US ARMY and been in the property management field for over 8 years. In addition to the AFC, I serve as a Volunteer Coordinator for the PRIDE Chicago parade, Associate Board on Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) foundation and Marketing Team on Stonewall Chicago. Originally from North Carolina, I have lived in the Lakeview neighborhood for little over a year.  
Beau Cobb
Beau works in relationship management for Teladoc Health, bringing over 15 years of experience in the healthcare space. Beau is entering his 4th year with T2End Aids and is passionate about health equity, and ensuring that all people everywhere have equal, affordable access to high quality care. In his free time he loves solo traveling to explore different cultures and getting lost is one of his favorite activities.  
Ali Ishkuntana
Ali Ishkuntana is a finance and technology professional working in Wholesale Payments at JPMorgan Chase. With a passion for community impact and inclusive innovation, he brings a strategic mindset and a heart for service to his work. Outside of the office, Ali is deeply committed to social equity and enjoys volunteering, exploring Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods, and spending time with family. 
Armin Gabela
Armin Gabela (he/him) is a medical student at Chicago Medical School and an aspiring cardiologist with a deep passion for LGBTQ+ advocacy and HIV/AIDS prevention. He is dedicated to advancing health equity through inclusive, compassionate care and is proud to support the mission of AIDS Foundation Chicago. 
Brandy Nogueira 
Brandy Nogueira is a user experience researcher and AI strategist based in Chicago with a background in health policy, government, and social impact. She is passionate about policy, social movements, and grassroots organizing, and has worked across sectors to advance equity in housing, healthcare, and technology. As a new member of the Associate Board, Brandy is excited to contribute her policy experience and activist perspective to support AFC’s mission.