Departments Leadership

Finance Director

Leadership

Palma Fouratt joined FHLI as Finance Director in September 2018. In this role, Palma will strengthen and align the fiscal functions of the Foundation, including budgeting, accounting, audit compliance and internal records, payroll, human resources, and contracting. Prior to joining the Foundation, Palma has worked in both nonprofit and corporate environments and has significant experience in fund accounting. She most recently served as the Director of Finance and Administration at Engineering World Health, a non-profit organization that brings biomedical solutions to developing countries. Palma holds a BA in Accounting from California State University, Fullerton and an MBA from Golden Gate University. She has also completed the Duke Non-Profit Management Program.

Acting President & CEO

Leadership

Carla joined FHLI as Vice President of Programs in December 2018 to guide and support the work of existing programs, as well as develop new program opportunities and partnerships. She was named Acting President and CEO of the organization in March 2020.

Prior to joining FHLI, Carla served as director of Care4Carolina from February 2017 to December 2018. Care4Carolina is a statewide coalition with the mission of closing the health insurance gap.

An NC Department of Insurance veteran of 32 years, Carla managed the state Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) from 1992 to 2010, before serving as Senior Deputy Commissioner of the Consumer Assistance Group. Carla is a dedicated supporter and advocate for the senior citizens and disabled persons of our state and has served on numerous boards and advisory committees related to these groups. She is currently a Board member of Care Share Health Alliance. Carla holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from East Carolina University. She lives in Fuquay Varina with her husband, John Obiol, and two daughters, Alex and Mary.