The Board

The Pohnpei Port Authority is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors who are appointed by the Government and confirmed by the State Legislature. The Board meets once a month and can also meet in special meetings to consider pressing issues, reviews and approve the operating budget, lease and contracts and other policy matters necessary for the efficient operation of the authority. Members of the Board shall serve a four-year term, subject to reappointment and until his or her successor is appointed and confirmed. The Board is composed of Mrs. Limanman Helgenberger, Chairwoman; Mr. Joseph Saimon, Vice-Chairman; Ms. MaryAnn Eperiam, Secretary; Mrs. Sihna Lawrence, member; and Mr. Aurelio Joab, member.

Board of Directors

  • Limanman Helgenberger
    Chairwoman
    • Sihna Lawrence
      Member
    • Joseph Saimon
      Vice Chair
    • MaryAnn Eperiam
      Secretary
    • Aurelio Joab
      Member

Executive Committee
  • Limanman Helgenberger (Chairwoman)
  • Joseph Saimon
  • MaryAnn Eperiam
Airport Standing Committee
  • Aurelio Joab (Chairman)
  • Sihna Lawrence
  • MaryAnn Eperiam
Seaport Standing Committee
  • Joseph Saimon (Chairman)
  • Limanman Helgenberger
  • MarryAnn Eperiam 
Personnel & Finance Standing Committee
  • Sihna Lawrence (Chairwoman)
  • Limanman Helgenberger
  • MarryAnn Eperiam