Board of Directors

Michelle Esquenazi is a Brooklyn native and third-generation bail professional with more than three decades of experience in the bail industry. She leads her family-owned business, Empire Bail Bonds, serving communities throughout New York.

Michelle currently serves as President of both the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA) and the New York State Bail Association. Her involvement in industry leadership grew as changes to New York’s bail laws began reshaping the profession, leading her to become an active voice on issues affecting bail professionals and the criminal justice system.

A proud Cuban-American, mother, and grandmother, Michelle remains committed to supporting bail professionals and preserving a profession to which she and her family have devoted generations.

Tommy Weatherholtz is a United States Marine Corps combat veteran and bail professional with more than 25 years of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, he has been committed to serving his community and advocating for the professional bail industry.

As President of the West Virginia Bail Association, Tommy has worked to help shape bail laws in West Virginia and has advocated for legislation affecting and strengthening the profession. His decades of experience provide him with a strong understanding of the challenges facing bail professionals and the importance of protecting the industry at both the state and national levels.

As Executive Vice President of the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA), Tommy considers it a privilege to serve alongside industry professionals from across the country. He remains committed to supporting NABA’s mission and helping advance, strengthen, and preserve the professional bail industry nationwide.

Charles C. Chase III is a longtime Georgia bail professional, business owner, licensed bail recovery agent, and private investigator with more than two decades of experience in the bail and recovery industry. He is the owner of All American Bail Bonds, LLC and founder of Square Investigations in Georgia.

Charles attended Georgia College and North Georgia Military College, where his studies included business management and military science. Throughout his career, he has been actively involved in professional bail organizations, including the Georgia Association of Professional Bondsmen and the Professional Bondsmen of the United States. He currently serves as a Senior Vice President of the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA).

A veteran of the Georgia Army National Guard, Charles served from 1984 to 1990 and was named Soldier of the Year for the 48th Infantry Brigade in 1986. He remains committed to professional development, industry collaboration, and advancing the bail profession nationwide.

Kelly Winkles is a veteran bail professional with more than 31 years of experience serving individuals and families throughout Georgia. Over the course of her career, she has helped countless people navigate the criminal justice system, providing guidance and support to families during some of their most difficult circumstances.

Kelly takes great pride in serving her community and helping individuals move forward during challenging times. Her decades of experience have given her a deep appreciation for the important role bail professionals play in supporting defendants, their families, and the communities they serve.

As Secretary of the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA), Kelly values the opportunity to connect and collaborate with bail and fugitive recovery professionals from across the country. She remains committed to strengthening the profession, supporting her colleagues, and continuing the work she has proudly dedicated more than three decades to.

Wendy Fordin-Saler is a Brooklyn native and longtime bail professional with decades of experience in the industry. Raised in a family of women with strong bookkeeping backgrounds, Wendy developed an instinct for numbers and financial management from an early age.

She began her career in the bail industry at just 18 years old, working alongside her family as their business grew. Over the years, Wendy developed extensive knowledge of the financial and operational sides of the profession, with particular expertise in accounting, banking, surety relationships, and risk management.

Today, Wendy oversees finances for Empire Bail Bonds and the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA). She also manages the administration of Empire’s secondary surety relationships.

As Treasurer of NABA, Wendy brings her financial expertise, decades of hands-on industry experience, and keen understanding of bail and risk management to the Association. She takes great pride in the profession that has been part of her life since she was a teenager and remains committed to supporting its strength and continued advancement.

Michael Woody is a lifelong resident of Western North Carolina, business owner, and criminal justice professional with more than 23 years of experience in law enforcement and the criminal justice system, including 15 years in the professional bail industry.

He is the CEO of 828 Bail Bonds, serving clients throughout North Carolina. Michael also serves on the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Bail Agents Association (NCBAA) and as Vice President of the National Association of Bail Agents (NABA).

A graduate of Mars Hill University with a degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice, Michael brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to professionalism, leadership, and the continued advancement of the bail industry. Outside of his professional roles, he is a proud husband, father, and grandfather.